525 Taliwa Drive, Knoxville, TN 37920
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Jackson Realty
525 Taliwa Drive,Knoxville, TN 37920
$299,700
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1,209 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: kim smith
Office: highlands elite real estate
MLS#:1339295
Source:TN_KAAR
Price summary
- Price:$299,700
- Price per sq. ft.:$247.89
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1953
- Listing ID #:1339295
- Added:57 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 28, 2026 at 03:55 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:5
- Flooring:Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Crawl Space
- Living area:1,209 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Cooling
- Heating:Ceiling, Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1953
- Building area:1,209 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.32 Acres
- Architectural Style:Traditional
- Construction Materials:Brick
Schools
- High school:South Doyle
- Middle school:South Doyle
- Elementary school:Dogwood
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$299,700
- Price per sq. ft.:$247.89
Parking
- Parking description:Carport, Main Level, Off-Street Parking
- Carport spaces:1
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