Charming Country Retreat Just Minutes from Southern Adventist University!
Nestled in the peaceful and picturesque community of McDonald, this one of a kind cabin style home offers the perfect blend of peace and convenience. Located just 6 miles from Southern Adventist University, it's an ideal spot for anyone seeking a quiet lifestyle with easy access to town.
This charming cabin features over 1,000 sq. ft., with 2 bedrooms plus office, 1 bathroom, and an attached garage. Enjoy relaxing mornings and evenings on the welcoming front porch, all set on over half an acre of country-style living. Outside buildings could be used as a she shed, chicken coop or storage. A babbling stream runs through the backyard, with a partially fenced area perfect for pets or gardening.
Inside, you'll find newly installed carpet, fresh paint inside and out, updated appliances, a new shower, a newer washer & dryer, and an energy-efficient mini-split systems (installed in 2023). Set in a desirable neighborhood with a country feel, the property provides a serene setting while still being conveniently close to schools, shopping, and more.
Offered fully furnished and sold As-Is with the right to inspect. If you're looking for a cozy, character-filled home in a sought-after location, this one checks all the boxes!
For sale
$209,000
1600 Old Alabama Rd SW, Mc Donald, TN 37353
2beds
1,027sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.56 Acres Lot
$222,900 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New showerAttached garageWelcoming front porchUpdated appliancesNewly installed carpetCozy character-filled homeNewer washer and dryer
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Deana L Luedtke 423-500-3140,
Local Roots Realty 423-500-3140
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1537270
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Bathroom, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Storage, Tub/shower Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,027
- Total interior livable area: 1,027 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,027
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Porch - Screened, Porch - Covered
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Dimensions: 94.20 x 96.13 x 99.07 x 119.99
- Features: Level, Many Trees, Private, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 084 014.00
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Aluminum
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Mc Donald
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,700
- Annual tax amount: $569
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$222,900
$183,000 - $263,000
$1,820/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $209,000-8.7%$204/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Listing removed | $229,000$223/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $229,000-4.6%$223/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000$234/sqft |
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| 11/2/2025 | Contingent | $240,000$234/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $240,000-2%$234/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $244,900-2%$238/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+129.3%$243/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $109,000+127.1%$106/sqft |
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| 3/1/2024 | Sold | $48,000-20%$47/sqft |
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| 7/16/2023 | Contingent | $60,000$58/sqft |
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| 4/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $60,000-68.6%$58/sqft |
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| 5/3/2022 | Sold | $191,000-3.5%$186/sqft |
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| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $198,000+81.7%$193/sqft |
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| 5/4/2018 | Sold | $109,000-6.8%$106/sqft |
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| 3/27/2018 | Pending sale | $117,000$114/sqft |
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| 3/15/2018 | Listed for sale | $117,000$114/sqft |
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| 11/20/2017 | Pending sale | $117,000$114/sqft |
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| 9/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $117,000+48.1%$114/sqft |
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| 8/26/1997 | Sold | $79,000+295%$77/sqft |
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| 9/7/1995 | Sold | $20,000$19/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $46,175 +73.9% |
| 2024 | $476 -10.7% | $26,550 -10.7% |
| 2023 | $533 | $29,725 |
| 2022 | $533 | $29,725 |
| 2021 | $533 +23.3% | $29,725 +52.8% |
| 2019 | $432 +5.9% | $19,450 |
| 2018 | $408 +0.1% | -- |
| 2017 | $408 +38.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $294 | -- |
| 2015 | $294 +3.5% | -- |
| 2014 | $284 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $298 +3.9% | $14,025 +3.9% |
| 2009 | $287 | $13,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $13,500 +18.7% |
| 2007 | $274 +12.6% | $11,375 |
| 2006 | $243 | $11,375 |
| 2005 | $243 +17.1% | $11,375 +26.4% |
| 2004 | $208 | $9,000 |
| 2003 | $208 | $9,000 +18.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $7,580 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $30,319 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37353
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Black Fox Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 4/10Lake Forest Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.8 mi
- 4/10Bradley Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Black Fox Elementary
- Middle: Lake Forest Middle
- High: Bradley Central High
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- Tennessee
- Bradley County
- Mc Donald
- 37353
- 1600 Old Alabama Rd SW
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