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    • $1,200,000

    225 N Academy St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    6beds
    5,793sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1847
    0.39 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $207/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Refinished floorsInviting front porchesMultiple outbuildingsTwo new hvac unitsSerene back patioSix bedroomsSecurity system wiring
    Step into history with the iconic Childress-Ray House, a beautifully preserved 1847 estate just off the square in Murfreesboro. This stunning home, listed on the National Historic Register, blends timeless charm with modern comforts—perfect for homeowners and investors alike. With six bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, this spacious property is uniquely designed with three fully contained, furnished apartments—each featuring a private entrance, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living area—while still offering a grand and elegant living space for an owner-occupant. Recent updates include two new HVAC units, refinished floors, new attic insulation, updated electronic keypad door locks, and security system wiring for modern convenience and efficiency. Whether you’re looking for a single-family conversion or wish to maximize its income-producing potential, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy classic Southern living with inviting front porches, a serene back patio, and multiple outbuildings— one being the original 1800s kitchen and fireplace - all just a 5 minute walk to the downtown Murfreesboro Square. If you’ve been dreaming of small-town charm with potential investment opportunities, the Childress-Ray House is a must-see!
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    Listed by:

    Ryan Stephens 615-895-8000,

    Keller Williams Realty - Murfreesboro 615-895-8000

    Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3138879MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Extra Closets, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
      • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Laminate, Tile
      • Basement: Partial
      • Number of fireplaces: 8
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,793
      • Total interior livable area: 5,793 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 5,475
      • Finished area below ground: 318

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Gravel, On Street
      • Uncovered spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Covered, Porch
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 0.39 Acres
      • Dimensions: 109 x 160 M
      • Features: Level
      • Topography: Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 091M A 02000 R0056027
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1847

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Murfreesboro

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $207/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $399,800
      • Annual tax amount: $4,523
      • Date on market: 3/3/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/9/2026Contingent$1,200,000$207/sqft
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        3/4/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000$207/sqft
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        2/6/2026Listing removed$1,200,000$207/sqft
        Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2974534 Report a problem
        1/8/2026Price change$1,200,000-7.7%$207/sqft
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        10/17/2025Price change$1,300,000-3%$224/sqft
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        8/15/2025Listed for sale$1,340,000-4.3%$231/sqft
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        8/5/2025Listing removed$1,400,000$242/sqft
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        7/2/2025Price change$1,400,000-3.4%$242/sqft
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        2/20/2025Listed for sale$1,450,000+31.8%$250/sqft
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        10/3/2023Sold$1,100,000-2.2%$190/sqft
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        7/19/2023Price change$1,125,000-6.3%$194/sqft
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        6/3/2023Listed for sale$1,200,000+200%$207/sqft
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        12/28/2015Sold$400,000$69/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,524 $159,920 -1.9%
        2024$4,524 -1.9%$162,960
        2023$4,610 +10.1%$162,960
        2022$4,186 +3.9%$162,960 +42%
        2021$4,028 $114,800
        2020$4,028 +67.1%$114,800
        2019$2,410 -31.1%$114,800
        2018$3,500 -3.7%$114,800 +22.8%
        2017$3,633 $93,480
        2016$3,633 $93,480
        2015$3,633 $93,480 +22.3%
        2013$3,633 +27.1%$76,440
        2012$2,859 +23.3%$76,440 +23.1%
        2011$2,319 $62,080
        2010$2,319 -28%$62,080 -25.9%
        2008$3,222 $83,760
        2007$3,222 $83,760
        2006$3,222 -2.1%$83,760 +15%
        2005$3,291 $72,806
        2004$3,291 $72,806
        2002$3,291 $72,806
        2001-- $72,806 -58.6%
        2000-- $176,004
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 37130

        Getting around

        86 / 100
        Very Walkable
        63 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Mitchell-Neilson Elementary
        • Middle: Siegel Middle School
        • High: Blackman High School

        Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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