304 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

$4,490,000
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 6 Square Footage: 11,616 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 3,485 Status: Active
Current Price: $4,490,000 List Date: 10/30/2025 Last Modified: 1/29/2026

Overview

Description

A spectacular showcase of modern living in Downtown Knoxville. Spanning over 10,000 square feet, this live/work property was once home to Friedman's Jewlers - but has been reimagined into a private urban retreat. Large scale, open concept rooms are ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Unique features throughout, including a restored 1900s jeweler's vault door and hidden speakeasy. A private two-car garage access, and elevator service offer uncommon comfort and privacy for downtown living. Every detail throughout reflects exclusivity and timeless elegance. Situated ideally between the arts and culture of the 100 block, and vibrant festivities of Market Square. A truly rare offering - available for private showings to qualified buyers! Come live your urban dream in Downtown Knoxville

Listing Details MLS# 1320370

Location Tax Legal Info

House #
304
St Dir
S
Street Name
Gay
St Suffix
St
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
37902
PIN #
095IA045
Subdivision
See P002

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
4490000

General Property Description

Type
3 Story+Basement
Acres
0.08
Acre Source
Tax Records
Site Built
Yes
Restrictions
Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox)
11616
SqFt - Main Lvl
3057
SqFt - Down Lvl
1951
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl
3354
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl
3254
# Bedrooms
6
Baths - Full
4
Baths - 1/2
2
# of Rooms
25
Fireplace
No
Property Status
N/A
HOA
No
Year Built
1946
Bonus Room
Yes
# Fireplace
0
Basement
Yes

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2025-10-30

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
Knox County - 1
Property Sub-Type
Residential
City/County Code
City Limits
Total Tax
21710.06

Remarks & Misc

Directions
From I-40 East/West, take Exit 388 for James White Pkwy/Downtown. Continue on James White Pkwy and follow signs for Downtown Knoxville/Cumberland Ave. Take the exit toward East Hill Ave. Turn right onto Hill Ave SE, then turn left onto Gay Street. Property is located on the right, just past the intersection of Gay St and Union Ave, in the heart of Downtown Knoxville.
Public Remarks
A spectacular showcase of modern living in Downtown Knoxville. Spanning over 10,000 square feet, this live/work property was once home to Friedman's Jewlers - but has been reimagined into a private urban retreat. Large scale, open concept rooms are ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Unique features throughout, including a restored 1900s jeweler's vault door and hidden speakeasy. A private two-car garage access, and elevator service offer uncommon comfort and privacy for downtown living. Every detail throughout reflects exclusivity and timeless elegance. Situated ideally between the arts and culture of the 100 block, and vibrant festivities of Market Square. A truly rare offering - available for private showings to qualified buyers! Come live your urban dream in Downtown Knoxville

More Information

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Attached
Yes

Style

Other
Yes

Construction

Brick
Yes

Siding

Brick
Yes

Fireplace

None
Yes

Cooling

Central Cooling
Yes

Floors

Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces
2
Basement
Yes

Basement

Finished
Yes

Lot Description

Zero Lot Line
Yes

Fuel

Electric
Yes

View

City
Yes

Heat

Central
Yes

Appliances

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

Exterior Features

Porch - Covered
Yes

Misc Features

Internet Available
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Walk-in Shower
Yes
Washer/Dryer Connect
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

New Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Showing

See Agent Instructns
Yes

Property Features

Style: Other Construction: Brick Siding: Brick Basement: Finished Lot Description: Zero Lot Line Fireplace: None Floors: Hardwood; Tile Fuel: Electric Heat: Central Cooling: Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Smoke Detector; Washer Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Misc Features: Internet Available; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Porch - Covered Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office: Realty Executives Associates
IDX
Office Phone: 865-588-3232
Last Updated: January - 29 - 2026
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