Welcome to this beautifully renovated historic Oak Ridge "B" house, where original character meets modern comfort. Thoughtfully updated while preserving many of the home's classic details, this furnished cottage offers a warm, inviting atmosphere nestled against a government greenbelt. The property provides a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with frequent deer sightings and scenic wooded views right from your back windows! Enjoy the perfect blend of Southern charm, history, and modern design in one of Oak Ridge's most unique residential settings.
Conveniently located just 6 miles from Oak Ridge Town Center and a short drive to Melton Lake, this home places you close to local favorites including
Big Ed's Pizza, Calamity's Coffee, Calhoun's on the river, and local favorite Fire & Salt where our own hometown chef-inspired cuisine can be coupled with wine tasting and upscale casual dining.
Oak Ridge also offers excellent parks, greenways, recreation facilities, shopping, and dining options. We welcome contract workers, transitional home buyers, and traveling nurses as well as responsible pet owners and accommodate on a case-by-case basis. Please see lease expectations and contact list agent for details.
This is a fully furnished rental ( utilities, furniture and linens ) with one month minimum stay and 6-12 month lease required. No penalty early termination with 30 day notice. Deposits as follows: $2000 refundable damage deposit, $250 non-refundable cleaning deposit to have the house professionally cleaned and stocked with linens before your arrival. (NOTE: we do not provide soaps) Pet deposit is $1000 minimum (1 pet) with $250 per additional pet, 4 pets max, no large or aggressive breeds. Pet deposit is refundable with no pet damage. Must provide proof of renters insurance at tenants expense. Applicants considered on case by case basis. Background check required, cost is $100/per adult occupant. All over night guests staying loner than 5 consecutive days must be approved by landlord prior to stay. Violations will result in cancellation of lease and eviction without refund of deposit(s). We welcome contract workers and accommodate out of state / transitional movers with negotiable terms. Ask list agent for details.
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
196 California Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
3beds
1,144sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$199,200 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$2,445 Estimated rent
Home value
$199,200
$159,000 - $249,000
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Furnished cottageOriginal characterModern comfortFrequent deer sightingsWarm inviting atmosphere
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,144 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, multi- level interior, stairs required to access home
Details
- Parcel number: 094BA04800000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Community
- Deposit fee: $2,000
- Application fee: $100
Location
- Region: Oak Ridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $221,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,541
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
- Date available: 06/27/2026
- Lease term: 6 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Listing removed | $2,850$2/sqft |
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| 6/27/2026 | Price change | $2,850-13.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,300$3/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Sold | $200,000+250.9%$175/sqft |
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| 4/2/2010 | Sold | $57,000-4.8%$50/sqft |
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| 2/27/2010 | Price change | $59,900-20.1%$52/sqft |
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| 1/16/2010 | Listed for sale | $75,000+23.7%$66/sqft |
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| 11/12/2009 | Sold | $60,637-15.2%$53/sqft |
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| 11/15/2005 | Sold | $71,500$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,541 +25.6% | $55,350 +115.2% |
| 2024 | $1,227 | $25,725 |
| 2023 | $1,227 | $25,725 |
| 2022 | $1,227 | $25,725 |
| 2021 | $1,227 | $25,725 |
| 2020 | $1,227 +112.5% | $25,725 +20.1% |
| 2019 | $577 -47.5% | $21,425 |
| 2018 | $1,100 +97.9% | $21,425 |
| 2017 | $556 | $21,425 |
| 2016 | $556 | $21,425 +0.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $21,225 +0.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $21,175 -14.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $24,750 |
| 2011 | $1,173 +1.9% | $24,750 |
| 2010 | $1,151 | $24,750 |
| 2009 | -- | $24,750 +22.8% |
| 2008 | $1,098 +2.3% | $20,150 |
| 2007 | $1,074 +1.9% | $20,150 |
| 2006 | $1,054 | $20,150 |
| 2005 | $1,054 -14.1% | $20,150 |
| 2004 | $1,227 +18.9% | $20,150 +17.3% |
| 2003 | $1,032 | $17,175 0% |
| 2001 | -- | $17,181 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $68,723 |
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Neighborhood: 37830
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- 8/10Glenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Oak Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
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- Tennessee
- Anderson County
- Oak Ridge
- 37830
- 196 California Ave