1916 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920

$240,000
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 2 Square Footage: 878 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,449 Status: Closed
Current Price: $240,000 List Date: 1/02/2026 Last Modified: 3/20/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 1916 Island Home Ave, a charming and freshly updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, ideally located in one of South Knoxville's most desirable and growing neighborhoods. This inviting property offers the perfect balance of a quiet residential setting with quick access to Downtown Knoxville. Inside, the home features a warm, functional layout with two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a welcoming living area filled with natural light. Major upgrades include all-new plumbing, new windows and blinds, new siding, a recently installed HVAC unit, new attic insulation, and fresh interior paint, along with beautifully refinished original hardwood floors. The original character of the home blends seamlessly with modern updates, creating a space that feels both stylish and livable, without stress of repairs. The brand-new kitchen and bathroom are thoughtfully designed and flow easily into the interior and exterior living spaces, making the home ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Within walking or biking distance, you'll find the Sevier Avenue corridor, offering local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and access to the Urban Wilderness trail system and Ijams Nature Center. Just minutes from Downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee, and some of the city's most popular outdoor and cultural destinations. Whether you're an investor looking for a strong South Knoxville rental or a buyer searching for comfort, character, and convenience, 1916 Island Home Ave is a must-see opportunity in one of Knoxville's fastest-growing communities.

Listing Details MLS# 1325222

Location Tax Legal Info

House #
1916
Street Name
Island Home
St Suffix
Ave
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
37920
PIN #
095NH006

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
237500
Occupancy
Permanent Residence

General Property Description

Type
Ranch
Lot Dimensions
50x150
Lot Size SqFt
7449
Acres
0.17
Acre Source
Tax Records
Site Built
Yes
Restrictions
No
SqFt - Total (Aprox)
878
SqFt - Main Lvl
878
# Bedrooms
2
Baths - Full
Yes
# of Rooms
5
Fireplace
No
Property Status
N/A
HOA
No
Year Built
1955
Bonus Room
No
Extra Storage
Yes
SqFt - Down Lvl
0
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl
0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl
0
Total Unfinished SqFt
0
# Fireplace
0
Basement
No

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2026-03-20
Under Contract Date
2026-02-09
Sold Date
2026-03-20

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
Knox County - 1
Property Sub-Type
Residential
City/County Code
City Limits
Elementary School
Dogwood
Middle School
South Doyle
Total Tax
612.08
High School
South Doyle

Remarks & Misc

Directions
From I-40 E, take Exit 388A for James White Parkway toward Downtown / South Knoxville. Merge onto James White Parkway and continue for about 1.5 miles. Take the Island Home Avenue exit toward South Knoxville. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Island Home Avenue. Continue on Island Home Avenue for about 0.4 miles,1916 Island Home Ave will be on your right-hand side.
Public Remarks
Welcome to 1916 Island Home Ave, a charming and freshly updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, ideally located in one of South Knoxville's most desirable and growing neighborhoods. This inviting property offers the perfect balance of a quiet residential setting with quick access to Downtown Knoxville. Inside, the home features a warm, functional layout with two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a welcoming living area filled with natural light. Major upgrades include all-new plumbing, new windows and blinds, new siding, a recently installed HVAC unit, new attic insulation, and fresh interior paint, along with beautifully refinished original hardwood floors. The original character of the home blends seamlessly with modern updates, creating a space that feels both stylish and livable, without stress of repairs. The brand-new kitchen and bathroom are thoughtfully designed and flow easily into the interior and exterior living spaces, making the home ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Within walking or biking distance, you'll find the Sevier Avenue corridor, offering local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and access to the Urban Wilderness trail system and Ijams Nature Center. Just minutes from Downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee, and some of the city's most popular outdoor and cultural destinations. Whether you're an investor looking for a strong South Knoxville rental or a buyer searching for comfort, character, and convenience, 1916 Island Home Ave is a must-see opportunity in one of Knoxville's fastest-growing communities.

More Information

Fencing

Chain
Yes
Fenced Yard
Yes
Picket
Yes
Privacy
Yes

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached
Yes

Style

Traditional
Yes

Construction

Frame - Brick
Yes

Siding

Brick
Yes
Vinyl
Yes

Fireplace

None
Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Central Cooling
Yes

Floors

Hardwood
Yes
Vinyl
Yes

Garage/Parking

Designated Parking
Yes
Off-Street Parking
Yes

Basement

Crawl Space
Yes

Lot Description

Rolling Slope
Yes

Fuel

None
Yes

View

City
Yes

Heat

Central
Yes

Dining Area

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Living Rm/Dining Rm
Yes

Appliances

Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Smoke Detector
Yes

Other Rooms

Extra Storage
Yes

Exterior Features

Patio
Yes
Windows - Vinyl
Yes

Misc Features

Washer/Dryer Connect
Yes
Wired for Internet
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

New Financing

Alternative
Yes
Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
VA Loan
Yes
Other
Yes

Showing

See Agent Instructns
Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Construction: Frame - Brick Siding: Brick; Vinyl Basement: Crawl Space Lot Description: Rolling Slope Fireplace: None Floors: Hardwood; Vinyl Fuel: None Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Range; Refrigerator; Smoke Detector Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Other Rooms: Extra Storage Misc Features: Washer/Dryer Connect; Wired for Internet Exterior Features: Patio; Windows - Vinyl Fencing: Chain; Fenced Yard; Picket; Privacy Dining Area: Breakfast Bar; Living Rm/Dining Rm Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Alternative; Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan; Other
Listing Office: Realty Executives South
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Last Updated: March - 20 - 2026
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