Move-in Ready in Saint Elmo! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow with an attached rear carport was taken down to the studs and completely remodeled in 2019 and now boasts updated wiring, plumbing, tankless water heater, roof, HVAC, kitchen, baths, enlarged primary suite and more! The home exudes curb appeal with its covered front porch, Hardie siding, brick foundation and wood windows, and you will love the new open floor plan, neutral décor, hardwood and tile, recessed lighting and overall flow of the home. The living room is open to the kitchen and has a cozy gas fireplace with painted brick surround. The kitchen has granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry stainless appliances, including a gas range, and a rear foyer area with double door laundry closet and access to the carport. The carport has a driveway from the alley and has been wired for an electric vehicle charger should the buyer like to install one, and it also adjoins a patio area with access to the backyard. The primary bedroom is also on the back side of the house and has 2 closets - one a spacious walk-in, as well as the primary bath with furniture-style vanity and separate shower with tile and glass surround. The guest bedroom is on the front of the house, while the full guest bath is centrally located in the hallway and has a claw-footed tub with shower. All of this, and you are walking distance to the Saint Elmo playground/park and close to Guild Trail for those of you who enjoy getting outside for a hike or a mountain bike ride. Simply a fantastic opportunity for the buyer seeking a great house close to downtown Chattanooga, so please call for more information and to schedule your private showing today. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify any and all information they deem important.
Sold for $420,000
$420,000
1609 W 51st St, Chattanooga, TN 37409
2beds
1,237sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$421,400 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$2,128 Estimated rent
Home value
$421,400
$400,000 - $442,000
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Brick foundationNew open floor planHardie sidingCovered front porchSoft-close cabinetrySubway tile backsplashWood windows
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Listed by:
Jay Robinson 423-903-6404,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
Kathy Boehm, 294642
Real Estate Partners Chattanooga LLC
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1526262
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Walk in closet, tile/glass bath
- Level: First
Laundry
- Description: side-by-side with cabinets; Closet
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Down Draft, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Washer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Tub/shower Combo, En Suite, Split Bedrooms
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,237
- Total interior livable area: 1,237 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,237
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Other, Kitchen Level
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Porch - Covered
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 167j B 012
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Chattanooga
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Sold | $420,000-1.2%$340/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Contingent | $425,000$344/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $425,000-5.6%$344/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+91.5%$364/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Listing removed | $2,300$2/sqft |
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| 6/23/2025 | Price change | $2,300-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,400$2/sqft |
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| 12/17/2019 | Sold | $235,000-3.9%$190/sqft |
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| 11/19/2019 | Pending sale | $244,500$198/sqft |
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| 11/16/2019 | Price change | $244,500-2.2%$198/sqft |
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| 11/9/2019 | Price change | $249,900-2.5%$202/sqft |
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| 10/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $256,400+169.9%$207/sqft |
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| 11/1/2018 | Sold | $95,000+150%$77/sqft |
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| 3/30/2000 | Sold | $38,000$31/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,290 +0.4% | $85,100 +48.1% |
| 2024 | $1,285 | $57,450 |
| 2023 | $1,285 | $57,450 |
| 2022 | $1,285 | $57,450 |
| 2021 | $1,285 +171% | $57,450 +235% |
| 2020 | $474 | $17,150 |
| 2019 | $474 | $17,150 |
| 2018 | $474 -52.2% | $17,150 |
| 2017 | $991 +6.5% | $17,150 |
| 2016 | $931 | -- |
| 2015 | $931 | $16,075 |
| 2014 | $931 +108.8% | -- |
| 2013 | $446 | $16,075 -0.3% |
| 2012 | $446 | $16,125 |
| 2011 | $446 | $16,125 |
| 2010 | $446 | $16,125 |
| 2009 | $446 | $16,125 +27.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $12,675 |
| 2007 | -- | $12,675 |
| 2006 | -- | $12,675 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,675 +29% |
| 2004 | -- | $9,825 |
| 2003 | -- | $9,825 |
| 2002 | -- | $9,825 |
| 2001 | -- | $9,825 +13.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,675 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Saint Elmo
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science AcademyGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10Lookout Valley Middle / High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Donaldson Elementary
- Middle: Lookout Valley Middle
- High: Lookout Valley High
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Tennessee
- Hamilton County
- Chattanooga
- 37409
- Saint Elmo
- 1609 W 51st St
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