1303 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303 (MLS# 1345156)

1303 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303

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$494,900

Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 5 Square Footage: 3,300 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 51,401 Status: Active

Current Price: $494,900 List Date: 6/18/2026 Last Modified: 6/23/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 1303 W Madison Avenue, a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated historic home situated on a double lot totaling approximately 1.18 acres in the heart of Athens. Offering over 3,300 square feet of living space, this 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick home seamlessly blends timeless character, rich history, and modern conveniences in a location that's hard to match. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home's stunning curb appeal. A charming brick walkway leads to a covered front porch adorned with elegant arches, creating a warm and inviting entrance that perfectly reflects the character found throughout the property. Inside, the oversized living room serves as the centerpiece of the home, featuring a beautiful fireplace, abundant natural light, and a grand staircase that creates an unforgettable first impression. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the completely renovated kitchen, where you'll find updated cabinetry, beautiful countertops, ... (Read more) Welcome to 1303 W Madison Avenue, a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated historic home situated on a double lot totaling approximately 1.18 acres in the heart of Athens. Offering over 3,300 square feet of living space, this 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick home seamlessly blends timeless character, rich history, and modern conveniences in a location that's hard to match. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home's stunning curb appeal. A charming brick walkway leads to a covered front porch adorned with elegant arches, creating a warm and inviting entrance that perfectly reflects the character found throughout the property. Inside, the oversized living room serves as the centerpiece of the home, featuring a beautiful fireplace, abundant natural light, and a grand staircase that creates an unforgettable first impression. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the completely renovated kitchen, where you'll find updated cabinetry, beautiful countertops, subway tile backsplash, and a matching Samsung glass-front appliance package, including a gas range. A spacious walk-in pantry provides ample room for small appliances, storage, and everyday essentials. Just beyond the kitchen is a generously sized flex space offering endless possibilities. Whether used as a second dining area, home office, mudroom, sitting room, or additional living space, this area provides exceptional functionality and includes abundant storage and a convenient laundry area. The main level continues to impress with a dedicated library, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious primary suite featuring its own fireplace, custom closet, and dedicated HVAC system for enhanced comfort. With its generous layout and separation from the remainder of the home, the primary suite area offers excellent potential for a private mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, or even a future apartment-style living space. One secondary bedroom also includes a private half-bath ensuite, making it ideal for guests or flexible living arrangements. Upstairs, you'll find two oversized bedrooms with large closets and an additional full bathroom, providing plenty of room for family, guests, hobbies, or work-from-home needs. Outside, the property is every bit as impressive as the interior. The rare double lot offers approximately 1.18 acres within the Athens city limits, creating a level of space and privacy that is increasingly difficult to find. The fenced backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, recreation, pets, and entertaining. A charming stone patio creates the perfect outdoor gathering space, and the hot tub will convey with the property, offering a relaxing retreat year-round. Additional features include a detached garage/workshop, an additional storage building, and ample parking. A unique advantage of this property is its dual points of access, with driveways from both West Madison Avenue and Matlock Avenue, providing exceptional convenience and flexibility for large families, multi-generational living, home-based businesses, or hosting guests. Located just minutes from downtown Athens, you'll enjoy convenient access to local dining, shopping, schools, parks, and community events while still enjoying the privacy and space of this remarkable property. Beautifully and thoughtfully renovated while preserving the character and charm that make historic homes so desirable, 1303 W Madison Avenue offers a rare combination of history, modern updates, acreage, and location. Opportunities like this rarely become available in the heart of Athens.

Listing Details MLS# 1345156

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 1303
St Dir: W
Street Name: Madison
St Suffix: Ave
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37303
PIN #: 065C A 009.00

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 494900

General Property Description

Type: 2 Story
Lot Size SqFt: 51401
Acres: 1.18
Acre Source: Tax Records
Site Built: Yes
Restrictions: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 3300
SqFt - Main Lvl: 2172
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 1128
# Bedrooms: 5
Baths - Full: 2
Baths - 1/2: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
# Fireplace: 2
Property Status: N/A
HOA: No
Year Built: 1930
Bonus Room: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes
# of Rooms: 0
SqFt - Down Lvl: 0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0
Basement: Yes

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-06-18

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area: McMinn County - 40
Property Sub-Type: Residential
City/County Code: City Limits
Elementary School: Athens City Primary
Middle School: Athens
Total Tax: 1669.99
High School: Mcminn

Remarks & Misc

Directions: House is at corner of West Madison and Matlock Drive. SOP
Public Remarks: Welcome to 1303 W Madison Avenue, a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated historic home situated on a double lot totaling approximately 1.18 acres in the heart of Athens. Offering over 3,300 square feet of living space, this 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick home seamlessly blends timeless character, rich history, and modern conveniences in a location that's hard to match. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home's stunning curb appeal. A charming brick walkway leads to a covered front porch adorned with elegant arches, creating a warm and inviting entrance that perfectly reflects the character found throughout the property. Inside, the oversized living room serves as the centerpiece of the home, featuring a beautiful fireplace, abundant natural light, and a grand staircase that creates an unforgettable first impression. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the completely renovated kitchen, where you'll find updated cabinetry, beautiful countertops, subway tile backsplash, and a matching Samsung glass-front appliance package, including a gas range. A spacious walk-in pantry provides ample room for small appliances, storage, and everyday essentials. Just beyond the kitchen is a generously sized flex space offering endless possibilities. Whether used as a second dining area, home office, mudroom, sitting room, or additional living space, this area provides exceptional functionality and includes abundant storage and a convenient laundry area. The main level continues to impress with a dedicated library, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious primary suite featuring its own fireplace, custom closet, and dedicated HVAC system for enhanced comfort. With its generous layout and separation from the remainder of the home, the primary suite area offers excellent potential for a private mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, or even a future apartment-style living space. One secondary bedroom also includes a private half-bath ensuite, making it ideal for guests or flexible living arrangements. Upstairs, you'll find two oversized bedrooms with large closets and an additional full bathroom, providing plenty of room for family, guests, hobbies, or work-from-home needs. Outside, the property is every bit as impressive as the interior. The rare double lot offers approximately 1.18 acres within the Athens city limits, creating a level of space and privacy that is increasingly difficult to find. The fenced backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, recreation, pets, and entertaining. A charming stone patio creates the perfect outdoor gathering space, and the hot tub will convey with the property, offering a relaxing retreat year-round. Additional features include a detached garage/workshop, an additional storage building, and ample parking. A unique advantage of this property is its dual points of access, with driveways from both West Madison Avenue and Matlock Avenue, providing exceptional convenience and flexibility for large families, multi-generational living, home-based businesses, or hosting guests. Located just minutes from downtown Athens, you'll enjoy convenient access to local dining, shopping, schools, parks, and community events while still enjoying the privacy and space of this remarkable property. Beautifully and thoughtfully renovated while preserving the character and charm that make historic homes so desirable, 1303 W Madison Avenue offers a rare combination of history, modern updates, acreage, and location. Opportunities like this rarely become available in the heart of Athens.

More Information

Fencing

Chain: Yes
Fenced Yard: Yes

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached: Yes

Style

Historic: Yes
Traditional: Yes

Construction

Brick: Yes

Siding

Brick: Yes

Fireplace

Brick: Yes
Gas Log: Yes
Wood Burning: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Central Cooling: Yes

Floors

Hardwood: Yes
Luxury Vinyl Plank: Yes
Tile: Yes
Other: Yes

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Detached: Yes

Basement

Unfinished: Yes

Lot Description

Corner Lot: Yes
Irregular Lot: Yes

Fuel

Electric: Yes
Gas (Natural): Yes

View

City: Yes

Heat

Central: Yes

Community Amenities

Extra Storage: Yes

Dining Area

Formal Dining Area: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Smoke Detector: Yes

Other Rooms

Addl Living Quarter: Yes
Bedroom Main Level: Yes
Den/Study: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes
Family Room: Yes
Laundry/Utility: Yes
Split Bedroom: Yes
Sunroom: Yes
Workshop: Yes

Exterior Features

Porch - Covered: Yes

Misc Features

Hot Tub: Yes
Internet Available: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Storm Shelter: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
Washer/Dryer Connect: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Water

Public: Yes

Outbuildings

Storage Shed: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
New Loan: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Showing

See Agent Instructns: Yes

Property Features

Style: Historic; Traditional Construction: Brick Siding: Brick Basement: Unfinished Lot Description: Corner Lot; Irregular Lot Fireplace: Brick; Gas Log; Wood Burning Floors: Hardwood; Luxury Vinyl Plank; Tile; Other Fuel: Electric; Gas (Natural) Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Smoke Detector Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Other Rooms: Addl Living Quarter; Bedroom Main Level; Den/Study; Extra Storage; Family Room; Laundry/Utility; Split Bedroom; Sunroom; Workshop Misc Features: Hot Tub; Internet Available; Pantry; Storm Shelter; Walk-In Closet(s); Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Porch - Covered Fencing: Chain; Fenced Yard Outbuildings: Storage Shed Dining Area: Formal Dining Area Community Amenities: Extra Storage Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; New Loan; VA Loan

IDX

Listing Office: Silver Key Realty

Last Updated: June - 23 - 2026

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