525 Taliwa Drive, Knoxville, TN 37920 (MLS# 1339295)

525 Taliwa Drive, Knoxville, TN 37920

$299,700

New kitchen 2023, self close, drawers with island, bar overhang, farmhouse sink, new stainless appliances with tile, backsplash, and granite counter countertops! Cost was 20K

Office space and laundry hook up off carport

Step in tile shower with 36” vanity, all remodeled 2021

Covered patio with a storage building attached

Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 2 Square Footage: 1,209 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,939 Status: Active

Current Price: $299,700 List Date: 5/02/2026 Last Modified: 6/08/2026

Overview

Description

Located in the heart of South Knoxville, this beautifully remodeled ranch home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and modern updates. Just minutes from the University of Tennessee, downtown Knoxville, major hospitals, and some of East Tennessee's most popular outdoor destinations, this move-in-ready home is ideal for first-time buyers, investors, short-term rental opportunities, or anyone seeking easy access to everything Knoxville has to offer. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 fully renovated bath, and a versatile bonus room, this charming home has been thoughtfully updated throughout while maintaining its original character. The open-concept living area showcases restored original hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complete with ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, center ... (Read more) Located in the heart of South Knoxville, this beautifully remodeled ranch home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and modern updates. Just minutes from the University of Tennessee, downtown Knoxville, major hospitals, and some of East Tennessee's most popular outdoor destinations, this move-in-ready home is ideal for first-time buyers, investors, short-term rental opportunities, or anyone seeking easy access to everything Knoxville has to offer. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 fully renovated bath, and a versatile bonus room, this charming home has been thoughtfully updated throughout while maintaining its original character. The open-concept living area showcases restored original hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complete with ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, center island with additional storage and bar seating, and stainless steel appliances. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard retreat featuring a covered pergola, stone patio, storage shed, and fully fenced yard--perfect for pets, entertaining, or relaxing evenings outdoors. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to Knoxville's Urban Wilderness, Ijams Nature Center, Mead's Quarry, and Stanley Lippencott Trails, while commuters will appreciate quick access to James White Parkway, downtown Knoxville, UT campus, and area medical centers. This home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting while remaining close to all the amenities, recreation, dining, and entertainment Knoxville has to offer. Property Highlights & Improvements • Complete interior remodel completed in 2021 • Open-concept floor plan created by opening living room and kitchen spaces • Original hardwood floors uncovered and professionally restored • Pinterest-worthy bathroom renovation featuring: Walk-in tiled shower New vanity and sink New tile flooring Updated fixtures • All-new PEX plumbing installed throughout home in 2021 • Recessed lighting and updated light fixtures throughout • Fully renovated kitchen (April 2022): Ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry Granite countertops Farmhouse sink Large center island with storage Bar seating Stainless steel appliances • New HVAC system installed October 2022 • New water heater installed in 2023 and relocated inside the home • Entire new water service line installed from road to home and crawlspace (2023) • Brand-new sewer line installed from road to home, including beneath driveway (2025) • Fresh concrete driveway improvements associated with sewer replacement (Approx. $15,000 investment) • Covered pergola and stone patio outdoor living area • Storage shed for additional storage space • Fully fenced backyard with chain-link fencing • Large yard ideal for pets, gardening, and outdoor enjoyment Whether you're searching for a primary residence, game-day retreat, student housing investment, or short-term rental opportunity, this extensively updated South Knoxville home offers exceptional value, location, and peace of mind with major system upgrades already completed. Buyer to verify all information deemed important prior to purchase.

Listing Details MLS# 1339295

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 525
Street Name: Taliwa
St Suffix: Drive
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37920
PIN #: 109JB018
Subdivision: Asa Ambrister

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 299700
Occupancy: Permanent Residence

General Property Description

Type: Ranch
Lot Dimensions: 76.6 X 217.7 X IRR
Lot Size SqFt: 13939
Acres: 0.32
Acre Source: Tax Records
Site Built: Yes
Restrictions: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 1209
SqFt - Main Lvl: 1209
# Bedrooms: 2
Baths - Full: Yes
# of Rooms: 5
Fireplace: No
Property Status: N/A
HOA: No
Year Built: 1953
Bonus Room: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes
SqFt - Down Lvl: 0
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0
# Fireplace: 0
Basement: No

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-05-02

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: 1298.36
High School: South Doyle

Remarks & Misc

Directions: Take James White Pkwy (or Chapman Hwy) to Moody Ave, turn on to Mooers St., turn right on to Taliwa Dr, house and sign on Right. SOP
Public Remarks: Located in the heart of South Knoxville, this beautifully remodeled ranch home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and modern updates. Just minutes from the University of Tennessee, downtown Knoxville, major hospitals, and some of East Tennessee's most popular outdoor destinations, this move-in-ready home is ideal for first-time buyers, investors, short-term rental opportunities, or anyone seeking easy access to everything Knoxville has to offer. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 fully renovated bath, and a versatile bonus room, this charming home has been thoughtfully updated throughout while maintaining its original character. The open-concept living area showcases restored original hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complete with ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, center island with additional storage and bar seating, and stainless steel appliances. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard retreat featuring a covered pergola, stone patio, storage shed, and fully fenced yard--perfect for pets, entertaining, or relaxing evenings outdoors. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to Knoxville's Urban Wilderness, Ijams Nature Center, Mead's Quarry, and Stanley Lippencott Trails, while commuters will appreciate quick access to James White Parkway, downtown Knoxville, UT campus, and area medical centers. This home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting while remaining close to all the amenities, recreation, dining, and entertainment Knoxville has to offer. Property Highlights & Improvements • Complete interior remodel completed in 2021 • Open-concept floor plan created by opening living room and kitchen spaces • Original hardwood floors uncovered and professionally restored • Pinterest-worthy bathroom renovation featuring: Walk-in tiled shower New vanity and sink New tile flooring Updated fixtures • All-new PEX plumbing installed throughout home in 2021 • Recessed lighting and updated light fixtures throughout • Fully renovated kitchen (April 2022): Ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry Granite countertops Farmhouse sink Large center island with storage Bar seating Stainless steel appliances • New HVAC system installed October 2022 • New water heater installed in 2023 and relocated inside the home • Entire new water service line installed from road to home and crawlspace (2023) • Brand-new sewer line installed from road to home, including beneath driveway (2025) • Fresh concrete driveway improvements associated with sewer replacement (Approx. $15,000 investment) • Covered pergola and stone patio outdoor living area • Storage shed for additional storage space • Fully fenced backyard with chain-link fencing • Large yard ideal for pets, gardening, and outdoor enjoyment Whether you're searching for a primary residence, game-day retreat, student housing investment, or short-term rental opportunity, this extensively updated South Knoxville home offers exceptional value, location, and peace of mind with major system upgrades already completed. Buyer to verify all information deemed important prior to purchase.

More Information

Fencing

Chain: Yes
Fenced Yard: Yes

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached: Yes

Style

Traditional: Yes

Construction

Frame - Brick: Yes

Fireplace

None: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Central Cooling: Yes

Floors

Hardwood: Yes
Laminate: Yes
Tile: Yes

Garage/Parking

Carport Spaces: 1
Carport: Yes
Main Level: Yes
Off-Street Parking: Yes

Basement

Crawl Space: Yes
Outside Entr. Only: Yes

Lot Description

Level: Yes
Other: Yes

Fuel

Electric: Yes

View

Other: Yes

Heat

Ceiling: Yes
Central: Yes
Heat Pump: Yes

Community Amenities

Other - See Remarks: Yes

Dining Area

Eat-in Kitchen: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Self Cleaning Oven: Yes

Other Rooms

Bedroom Main Level: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes
Laundry/Utility: Yes
Mstr Bdrm Main Level: Yes

Exterior Features

Doors - Storm: Yes
Porch - Covered: Yes
Windows - Insulated: Yes

Misc Features

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

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Water

Public: Yes

Outbuildings

Storage Shed: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
New Loan: Yes
USDA/Rural: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Construction: Frame - Brick Basement: Crawl Space; Outside Entr. Only Lot Description: Level; Other View: Other Fireplace: None Floors: Hardwood; Laminate; Tile Fuel: Electric Heat: Ceiling; Central; Heat Pump Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Self Cleaning Oven Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Other Rooms: Bedroom Main Level; Extra Storage; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level Misc Features: Internet Available; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect; Wired for Internet Exterior Features: Doors - Storm; Porch - Covered; Windows - Insulated Fencing: Chain; Fenced Yard Outbuildings: Storage Shed Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen Community Amenities: Other - See Remarks New Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; New Loan; USDA/Rural; VA Loan

IDX

Listing Office: Highlands Elite Real Estate

Last Updated: June - 08 - 2026

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