$875,000
Knoxville, TN 37902
MLS# 1329940
2 beds | 1498 sqft
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Property Description
Experience true urban living in this striking industrial-style loft located in the heart of Historic Downtown Knoxville. The Emporium Building offers long term and short term rental opportunities making this is great investment for buyers and investors alike. Offering 1,500 square feet of functional living space fronting and overlooking Gay Street, this 2 BR, 1 BA residence blends historic character with modern comfort, creating a one-of-a-kind downtown retreat. The open-concept layout is anchored by soaring 10+ ft ceilings, exposed brick walls, refinished hickory hardwood flooring and oversized industrial windows. The expansive living area flow seamlessly, making it great for entertaining, sparking creativity, or just relaxing after a night of exploring the area's historic charm. Architectural details and raw textures highlight the loft's authentic industrial charm while maintaining a warm, inviting atmosphere. This stylish unit features a spacious living room and recently updated kitchen complete with shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances (refrigerator included!), mixed metals, tile backsplash and large kitchen island. The primary suite connects to the newly updated bathroom, featuring tile walk-in shower, new vanity, updated lighting and new mirrors and faucets. The guest bedroom offers plenty of space with a walk-in closet. Additional features include; washer & dryer, secure access, community courtyard, pet friendly building, and property manager on site. Situated on the 100th block of Gay Street, this loft places you in the heart of the Arts District and is just steps from local dining, shopping, entertainment, parks, and cultural attractions, offering a walkable lifestyle with unbeatable convenience. With its rare combination of size, character, and location, this industrial loft is a standout opportunity for those seeking a distinctive urban home with timeless appeal.
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Contract Info
Auction Y/N: No
Occupancy: Either
Listing Price: 875000
Current Price: $875,000
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2026-02-19
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Unit #: 302
Area: Knox County - 1
Property Sub-Type: Residential
City/County Code: City Limits
Elementary School: Sequoyah
Middle School: Vine/Magnet
Total Tax: 6761
High School: Austin East/Magnet
General Property Description
Type: High Rise
# Bedrooms: 2
Acres: 0.53
Acre Source: Tax Records
# of Rooms: 3
Restrictions: Yes
Site Built: Yes
Fireplace: No
HOA Fee: 275
HOA Freq: Monthly
HOA Contact: Macee Tinker; macee@compassventures.net
Property Status: N/A
SqFt - Main Lvl: 1498
SqFt - Down Lvl: 0
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0
# Fireplace: 0
HOA: Mandatory
Basement: No
Bonus Room: No
Extra Storage: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 1498
Baths - Full: 1
Year Built: 1900
Remarks & Misc
Directions: From I-40 E take exit 388A to merge onto SR-158 West toward Summit Hill Dr / James White Parkway. Take the exit onto Summit Hill Dr and turn right onto State St, left onto W Jackson Ave and property is on your left at the corner of W Jackson Ave and S Gay St.
Public Remarks: Experience true urban living in this striking industrial-style loft located in the heart of Historic Downtown Knoxville. The Emporium Building offers long term and short term rental opportunities making this is great investment for buyers and investors alike. Offering 1,500 square feet of functional living space fronting and overlooking Gay Street, this 2 BR, 1 BA residence blends historic character with modern comfort, creating a one-of-a-kind downtown retreat.
The open-concept layout is anchored by soaring 10+ ft ceilings, exposed brick walls, refinished hickory hardwood flooring and oversized industrial windows. The expansive living area flow seamlessly, making it great for entertaining, sparking creativity, or just relaxing after a night of exploring the area's historic charm. Architectural details and raw textures highlight the loft's authentic industrial charm while maintaining a warm, inviting atmosphere.
This stylish unit features a spacious living room and recently updated kitchen complete with shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances (refrigerator included!), mixed metals, tile backsplash and large kitchen island. The primary suite connects to the newly updated bathroom, featuring tile walk-in shower, new vanity, updated lighting and new mirrors and faucets. The guest bedroom offers plenty of space with a walk-in closet. Additional features include; washer & dryer, secure access, community courtyard, pet friendly building, and property manager on site.
Situated on the 100th block of Gay Street, this loft places you in the heart of the Arts District and is just steps from local dining, shopping, entertainment, parks, and cultural attractions, offering a walkable lifestyle with unbeatable convenience. With its rare combination of size, character, and location, this industrial loft is a standout opportunity for those seeking a distinctive urban home with timeless appeal.
Atchd/Dtchd Type
Attached: 1
Style
Contemporary: 1
Historic: 1
Construction
Block: 1
Brick: 1
Siding
Brick: 1
Fireplace
None: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Cooling: 1
Floors
Hardwood: 1
Tile: 1
Garage/Parking
Off-Street Parking: 1
Basement
None: 1
Lot Description
Other: 1
Fuel
Electric: 1
Gas (Natural): 1
View
City: 1
Heat
Central: 1
Community Amenities
Architect Restricted: 1
Elevator: 1
Gated Community: 1
Picnic/Barbeque Area: 1
Sidewalks: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Dining Area
Breakfast Bar: 1
Kitchen/Dining Rm Co: 1
Living Rm/Dining Rm: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Self Cleaning Oven: 1
Smoke Detector: 1
Washer: 1
Other Rooms
Bedroom Main Level: 1
Great Room: 1
Laundry/Utility: 1
Mstr Bdrm Main Level: 1
Exterior Features
Cable Available (TV Only): 1
Patio: 1
Prof Landscaped: 1
Windows - Insulated: 1
Misc Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s): 1
Internet Available: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Walk-in Shower: 1
Walk-In Closet(s): 1
Washer/Dryer Connect: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Water
Public: 1
Association Fee Incl
Association Ins: 1
Building Exterior: 1
Fire Protection: 1
Grounds Maintenance: 1
Security: 1
Some Amenities: 1
New Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
New Loan: 1
Other: 1
Showing
See Agent Instructns: 1
Location Tax Legal Info
House #: 112
St Dir: S
Street Name: Gay
St Suffix: St
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37902
PIN #: 094EG044
Subdivision: The Emporium
Geo Lat: 35.968767
Geo Lon: -83.920264
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-02-21
Property Features
Style: Contemporary; Historic
Construction: Block; Brick
Siding: Brick
Basement: None
Lot Description: Other
Fireplace: None
Floors: Hardwood; Tile
Fuel: Electric; Gas (Natural)
Heat: Central
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Self Cleaning Oven; Smoke Detector; Washer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Other Rooms: Bedroom Main Level; Great Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Misc Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Internet Available; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Washer/Dryer Connect
Exterior Features: Cable Available (TV Only); Patio; Prof Landscaped; Windows - Insulated
Dining Area: Breakfast Bar; Kitchen/Dining Rm Co; Living Rm/Dining Rm
Community Amenities: Architect Restricted; Elevator; Gated Community; Picnic/Barbeque Area; Sidewalks; Other - See Remarks
Association Fee Incl: Association Ins; Building Exterior; Fire Protection; Grounds Maintenance; Security; Some Amenities
Showing: See Agent Instructns
New Financing: Cash; Conventional; New Loan; Other
The Emporium Master Deed IDX
Listing Office: The Price Agency, Realty Executives
Office Phone: 865-999-7272
Last Updated: February - 21 - 2026
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