Charming 3-Bedroom Home in Coveted Jefferson Heights
Nestled on a picturesque street in the highly sought-after Downtown neighborhood of Jefferson Heights, this beautifully maintained, earth craft certified, single-family home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and character.
The thoughtfully designed main floor features an open concept plan with a spacious primary suite. The private, fenced-in backyard is ideal for entertaining or relaxing in peace. A detached two-car garage offers ample storage and is equipped with an electric vehicle charger for modern living.
Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, including one with a large walk-in closet, as well as additional storage space to meet all your needs.
With its unbeatable location, charming curb appeal, and smart layout, this home is a rare find in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.
Sold for $465,000
$465,000
509 E 16th St, Chattanooga, TN 37408
3beds
1,578sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$466,700 Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$2,366 Estimated rent
Home value
$466,700
$439,000 - $499,000
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Private fenced-in backyardCharming curb appealOpen concept planGenerously sized bedroomsLarge walk-in closetSpacious primary suitePicturesque street
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Listed by:
Caroline C Hetzler 423-802-4739,
Merchant Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Matthew Silliman, 351267
Zach Taylor - Chattanooga
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1515838
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Description: Full Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Bathroom Half
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Family room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,578
- Total interior livable area: 1,578 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Porch - Covered
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 36 x 134
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 145l J 026
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Chattanooga
- Subdivision: Jefferson Hgts
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $465,000-2.1%$295/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1515838 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Contingent | $475,000$301/sqft |
Source:  RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2994673 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000-4.9%$301/sqft |
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2994673 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listing removed | $499,700$317/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1515838 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Price change | $499,700-3%$317/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1515838 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $515,000+151.8%$326/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1515838 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2009 | Sold | $204,500$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,797 -3.9% | $118,575 +41.8% |
| 2024 | $1,870 | $83,600 |
| 2023 | $1,870 | $83,600 |
| 2022 | $1,870 | $83,600 |
| 2021 | $1,870 -2.1% | $83,600 +21% |
| 2020 | $1,911 | $69,100 |
| 2019 | $1,911 | $69,100 |
| 2018 | $1,911 -47.1% | $69,100 |
| 2017 | $3,611 +35.6% | $69,100 |
| 2016 | $2,662 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,662 | $50,200 |
| 2014 | $2,662 +12.3% | -- |
| 2013 | $2,371 | $50,200 +7.4% |
| 2012 | $2,371 | $46,725 |
| 2011 | $2,371 | $46,725 |
| 2010 | $2,371 +51.7% | $46,725 +40.6% |
| 2009 | $1,563 | $33,225 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Jefferson Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Battle Academy for Teaching LearningGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Orchard Knob Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10The Howard SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Battle Academy
- Middle: Howard Middle
- High: Howard School of Academics & Tech
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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