Situated in one of Chattanooga's most charming historic neighborhoods, this home's location puts you in the center of it all. Just a short 10-minute walk to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus, it's ideal for those seeking walkability and urban convenience while maintaining a quiet residential feel.
This home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking to put their personal stamp on a property in a highly desirable historic district. The generous backyard provides ample space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in your private urban oasis. The home offers a very efficient floor plan on a small footprint. Entering the home through the front door you walk into a flexible living and entertaining area, centered around a large south-facing window that fills the home with light throughout the day. Adjacent to the living room you'll find a cozy eat-in kitchen with access to the backyard. Off of the living room a hallway leads you to three equally sized bedrooms that share a hall bathroom.
The Fort Wood Historic District is more than just a place to live - it's a community with deep roots and enduring charm. You'll enjoy tree-lined streets, architectural diversity, and the unique character that only Fort Wood can offer, all while being adjacent to UTC and minutes from downtown Chattanooga's vibrant amenities.
Whether you're a first-time buyer ready to start building equity, a student seeking proximity to campus, or an investor looking for a property with proven rental history, 839 Clark Street offers wonderful potential in one of Chattanooga's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Sold for $299,000
$299,000
839 Clark St, Chattanooga, TN 37403
3beds
912sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
5,009.4 Square Feet Lot
$299,900 Zestimate®
$328/sqft
$1,745 Estimated rent
Home value
$299,900
$282,000 - $318,000
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Generous backyardCozy eat-in kitchenLarge south-facing window
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Listed by:
Douglas Dodson 423-902-4605,
SquareOne Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Jay L Hudson, 320879
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1522926
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Full Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, In Hall, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Plank, Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Vinyl Frames
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 912
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 912
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,009 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 110
- Features: Few Trees, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 146a D 018
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Historic District, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Chattanooga
- Subdivision: Fort Wood
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $299,000-3.5%$328/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1522926 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2026 | Contingent | $310,000$340/sqft |
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| 12/5/2025 | Price change | $310,000-3.1%$340/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1522926 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $320,000+139.3%$351/sqft |
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| 6/4/2008 | Sold | $133,750+67.4%$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2003 | Sold | $79,900$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,202 -5.9% | $79,275 +38.8% |
| 2024 | $1,278 | $57,100 |
| 2023 | $1,278 | $57,100 |
| 2022 | $1,278 | $57,100 |
| 2021 | $1,278 +35.7% | $57,100 +67.7% |
| 2020 | $942 | $34,050 |
| 2019 | $942 | $34,050 |
| 2018 | $942 -48.9% | $34,050 |
| 2017 | $1,843 +42.1% | $34,050 |
| 2016 | $1,297 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,297 | $23,300 |
| 2014 | $1,297 +97.8% | -- |
| 2013 | $656 | $23,300 -1.8% |
| 2012 | $656 | $23,725 |
| 2011 | $656 | $23,725 |
| 2010 | $656 | $23,725 |
| 2009 | $656 | $23,725 +41.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $16,775 |
| 2007 | -- | $16,775 |
| 2006 | -- | $16,775 |
| 2005 | -- | $16,775 +45.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $11,525 |
| 2003 | -- | $11,525 |
| 2002 | -- | $11,525 |
| 2001 | -- | $11,525 +22.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,375 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fortwood Historic District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tommie F. Brown International AcademyGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Orchard Knob Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10The Howard SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brown Academy
- Middle: Orchard Knob 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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