279 Linnaeus Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38501

$470,000
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 4 Square Footage: 3,121 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 50,094 Status: Closed
Current Price: $470,000 List Date: 2/02/2026 Last Modified: 3/19/2026

Overview

Description

Discover the perfect multi-generational retreat, Airbnb opportunity or ideal setup for college students. This beautifully updated home offers over 3,000 sqft of versatile living space. Conveniently located yet tucked away on over an acre this property delivers exceptional privacy with the comfort of a walkable neighborhood. The walk-out basement features a full second kitchen complete with all appliances making it perfect for extended family, guests or rental income. Basement has a private driveway with a carport, a cozy sunroom with a gas log fireplace and the perfect view of the backyard. Enjoy a second sunroom on the main level, a large entertainment deck and a building pad ready for concrete if you'd like to add a workshop or whatever meets your needs. Minutes from TN Tech, shopping, medical and entertainment. With tons of updates throughout and endless flexibility this property is a rare find that fits so many lifestyles. 13 month home warranty for peace of mind.

Listing Details MLS# 1322799

Location Tax Legal Info

House #
279
Street Name
Linnaeus Avenue
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
38501
PIN #
039K B 012.00
Subdivision
Ashcroft

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
475000

General Property Description

Type
Basement Ranch
Lot Dimensions
458x336
Acres
1.15
Acre Source
Tax Records
Site Built
Yes
Restrictions
No
SqFt - Total (Aprox)
3121
SqFt - Main Lvl
1637
SqFt - Down Lvl
1484
# Bedrooms
4
Baths - Full
3
# of Rooms
12
Fireplace
Yes
# Fireplace
Yes
Property Status
N/A
HOA
No
Year Built
1977
Bonus Room
Yes
Extra Storage
Yes
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl
0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl
0
Total Unfinished SqFt
0
Basement
Yes

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2026-03-19
Under Contract Date
2026-02-24
Sold Date
2026-03-19

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
Putnam County - 53
Property Sub-Type
Residential
City/County Code
City Limits
Elementary School
Sycamore
Middle School
Avery Trace
Total Tax
1704.98
High School
Cookeville

Remarks & Misc

Directions
PCCH S. Jefferson, R onto Jackson Ave/ Hwy 70E, Left onto Crescent Dr., Left onto Linnaeus Ave. house on the right.
Public Remarks
Discover the perfect multi-generational retreat, Airbnb opportunity or ideal setup for college students. This beautifully updated home offers over 3,000 sqft of versatile living space. Conveniently located yet tucked away on over an acre this property delivers exceptional privacy with the comfort of a walkable neighborhood. The walk-out basement features a full second kitchen complete with all appliances making it perfect for extended family, guests or rental income. Basement has a private driveway with a carport, a cozy sunroom with a gas log fireplace and the perfect view of the backyard. Enjoy a second sunroom on the main level, a large entertainment deck and a building pad ready for concrete if you'd like to add a workshop or whatever meets your needs. Minutes from TN Tech, shopping, medical and entertainment. With tons of updates throughout and endless flexibility this property is a rare find that fits so many lifestyles. 13 month home warranty for peace of mind.

More Information

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached
Yes

Style

Traditional
Yes

Construction

Brick
Yes
Frame
Yes

Siding

Vinyl
Yes

Fireplace

Free Standing
Yes
Gas Log
Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Central Cooling
Yes

Floors

Laminate
Yes
Tile
Yes
Vinyl
Yes

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces
4
Attached
Yes
Carport
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Main Level
Yes
RV Parking
Yes

Basement

Finished
Yes
Walkout
Yes

Lot Description

Level
Yes
Rolling Slope
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Fuel

Gas (Natural)
Yes

View

Country Setting
Yes

Heat

Central
Yes

Dining Area

Kitchen/Dining Rm Co
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Smoke Detector
Yes
Washer
Yes

Other Rooms

Extra Storage
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Great Room
Yes
Laundry/Utility
Yes
Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Yes
Sunroom
Yes

Exterior Features

Deck
Yes
Porch - Covered
Yes
Windows - Vinyl
Yes

Misc Features

Internet Available
Yes
Pantry
Yes
Washer/Dryer Connect
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

New Financing

Cash
Yes
FHA
Yes
New Loan
Yes
VA Loan
Yes
Other
Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Construction: Brick; Frame Siding: Vinyl Basement: Finished; Walkout Lot Description: Level; Rolling Slope; Wooded View: Country Setting Fireplace: Free Standing; Gas Log Floors: Laminate; Tile; Vinyl Fuel: Gas (Natural) Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Smoke Detector; Washer Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Public Other Rooms: Extra Storage; Family Room; Great Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level; Sunroom Misc Features: Internet Available; Pantry; Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Deck; Porch - Covered; Windows - Vinyl Dining Area: Kitchen/Dining Rm Co New Financing: Cash; FHA; New Loan; VA Loan; Other
Listing Office: Skender-Newton Realty
IDX
Office Phone: 931-261-9001
Last Updated: March - 19 - 2026
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