205 Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918
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205 Adair Drive,Knoxville, TN 37918
$449,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,932 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: kenny phillips, phillip hopper
Office: powell auction & realty,llc
MLS#:1343634
Source:TN_KAAR
Price summary
- Price:$449,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$232.87
About this home
A First Offering in Generations Located in Historic Adair Gardens in the Fountain City Community! Welcome to 205 Adair Drive, a truly extraordinary property built in 1928 being offered for sale for the very first time in its history. With five generations having called this gorgeous home their own, this is a rare and deeply significant opportunity to become the next steward of one of Fountain City's most cherished properties. Affectionately known as the ''Carriage House'' - a nod to a previous resident who operated a carriage business and repaired carriages in the side lots - this home carries with it a richness of history and character that simply cannot be replicated.
Architecturally described as a minimal Traditional with Tudor Revival influence, the home features a one-and-one-half story frame with stucco wall covering, a side gable roof with projecting center gable over the entry, six-over-six double hung windows, an arched front entry door with quoins, an exterior offset front chimney, a one-story arcaded porch on the east elevation, and a stuccoed foundation - all of which contribute to its timeless and distinctive curb appeal. The property is currently comprised of three lots totaling 0.55+/- acres.
This circa 1928 home abounds in period charm and original detail at every turn, including an arched front entry door and foyer, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, impeccable unpainted wood doors, moldings, and trim throughout, arched French doors separating the living room and dining room, original built-in cabinets throughout, original overhead light and sconces in the living and dining room, stucco-style textured walls, an Inglenook fireplace alcove in the living room, and immense natural lighting throughout.
The main level welcomes you through a charming front entrance foyer into a large and gracious living room featuring a built-in cabinet, inglenook fireplace alcove, French doors leading to a lovely covered side porch, and stunning arched French doors separating the living room from the formal dining room. Additional main level features include a large kitchen with original built-in china cabinet with leaded glass, newer dishwasher and refrigerator, and adjoining laundry room, access from kitchen to a rear screened porch leading to the rear patio, hallway with built-in cabinet and charming original phone nook, full bathroom with walk-in shower, and two bedrooms - one of which functions beautifully as a pass-through or dedicated home office.
The upstairs features two well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space, full bathroom, and additional floored attic space for storage or future finishing potential.
Additional features include a large landscaped lawn, rear patio, detached two-car garage with stuccoed wall covering and hip roof, large basement for storage with work completed to ensure it remains dry, HVAC replaced 2022, roof replaced 2013 with Owens Corning Duration shingles - transferable 50-year warranty through Owens Corning, and hot water heater recently replaced.
Originally platted in 1920, Adair Gardens is noted as one of the earliest platted and planned subdivisions in Knoxville and contains one of the city's finest examples of middle-class suburban development.
Homes of this historical significance, architectural integrity, and generational rarity simply do not come to market often. Whether you are a preservation enthusiast, a lover of fine architectural detail, or simply someone seeking a home with genuine soul and an irreplaceable sense of place, 205 Adair Drive offers something that no new construction can ever provide: a living, breathing piece of Knoxville's history, offered to the public for the very first time. Buyer to verify all information....
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Listing ID #:1343634
- Added:41 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 24, 2026 at 08:55 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:7
- Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Unfinished
- Living area:1,932 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Cooling
- Heating:Central
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1928
- Building area:1,932 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.55 Acres
- Architectural Style:Cottage, Historic, Traditional, Tudor
- Construction Materials:Block, Stucco
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$449,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$232.87
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Garage Door Opener, Main Level, Off-Street Parking
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