5509 Dogwood Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918 (MLS# 1332746)

5509 Dogwood Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918

$350,000

Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 2 Square Footage: 1,268 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,890 Status: Closed

Current Price: $350,000 List Date: 3/14/2026 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 5509 Dogwood Road, a timeless 1940s charmer nestled along the historic Dogwood Trail in Harrill Hills in Fountain City, one of Knoxville's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods. This enchanting home preserves the craftsmanship and charm of its era while offering thoughtful updates for modern living. Inside, you'll find classic architectural details including arched doorways, glass door knobs, built-in bookcases, a cozy fireplace, and beautiful hardwood floors that add warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen blends vintage appeal with modern functionality, featuring granite countertops, an apron-front sink, and cabinetry that extends to the ceiling for maximum storage. The formal dining room, framed by elegant French doors, opens to a covered and screened patio, creating a wonderful space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Just beyond, an additional uncovered porch overlooks the professionally landscaped backyard, where stone steps, flagstone details, a ... (Read more) Welcome to 5509 Dogwood Road, a timeless 1940s charmer nestled along the historic Dogwood Trail in Harrill Hills in Fountain City, one of Knoxville's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods. This enchanting home preserves the craftsmanship and charm of its era while offering thoughtful updates for modern living. Inside, you'll find classic architectural details including arched doorways, glass door knobs, built-in bookcases, a cozy fireplace, and beautiful hardwood floors that add warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen blends vintage appeal with modern functionality, featuring granite countertops, an apron-front sink, and cabinetry that extends to the ceiling for maximum storage. The formal dining room, framed by elegant French doors, opens to a covered and screened patio, creating a wonderful space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Just beyond, an additional uncovered porch overlooks the professionally landscaped backyard, where stone steps, flagstone details, and mature landscaping create a truly storybook setting. The yard is surrounded by a charming wood picket fence and filled with blooming favorites including hydrangeas, crepe myrtles, candy tufts, camellias, and more, offering beauty throughout the seasons. The spacious living room features a charming window seat overlooking the picturesque Dogwood-lined street, where architecturally distinctive homes create a setting that truly feels like stepping back in time. Additional features include a side-entry basement garage with unfinished space ideal for storage or a workshop, as well as a large walk-up attic that is completely floored, offering abundant storage or potential for additional finished space. The bathroom features a classic clawfoot tub with shower beneath an architectural arch and timeless hex tile flooring, while built-ins in the breakfast room provide even more storage and character. Recent exterior updates include fiber cement siding with cedar shake accents, enhancing durability while maintaining the home's historic appeal. Living here places you close to some of Fountain City's favorite local treasures, including Wren House Bakery & Coffee and the long-standing Knoxville favorite Litton's Market & Restaurant. Outdoor recreation is abundant nearby with Fountain City Park and Lake, Adair Park, Beverly Park and Dog Park, and easy access to House Mountain State Natural Area for hiking. A short drive north also leads to Norris Lake, one of East Tennessee's most beautiful destinations for boating and lake days. Adding even more versatility is a detached former two-car garage converted into a screened-in space, perfect for a workshop, potting room, hobby space, party room, or creative studio. Seller is offering a $10,000 credit with an acceptable offer that may be applied toward buyer closing costs, prepaids, or a price adjustment, subject to lender guidelines. Credit must be written into the Purchase and Sale Agreement. 5509 Dogwood Road is the perfect blend of historic charm, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable Fountain City location. This home will sweep you off your feet--truly a must see.

Listing Details MLS# 1332746

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 5509
Street Name: Dogwood
St Suffix: Rd
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37918
PIN #: 048MC018
Subdivision: Harrill Hills

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 324900

General Property Description

Type: Ranch
Acres: 0.25
Acre Source: Tax Records
Site Built: Yes
Restrictions: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 1268
SqFt - Main Lvl: 1268
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 984
Total Unfinished SqFt: 984
# Bedrooms: 2
Baths - Full: Yes
# of Rooms: 6
Fireplace: Yes
# Fireplace: Yes
Property Status: N/A
HOA: No
Year Built: 1944
Bonus Room: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-04-17
Under Contract Date: 2026-03-16
Sold Date: 2026-04-17

More Information

Property Features

Style: Cottage Construction: Brick; Frame; Other Siding: Brick; Cedar; Fiber Cement Basement: Walkout Lot Description: Level; Rolling Slope Fireplace: Other Floors: Hardwood; Tile Fuel: Electric; Gas (Natural) Heat: Central Cooling: Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Other Rooms: Bedroom Main Level; Mstr Bdrm Main Level; Workshop Misc Features: Internet Available Exterior Features: Porch - Covered; Porch - Screened Outbuildings: Detached Workshop Dining Area: Formal Dining Area Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional

IDX

Listing Office: Knox Native Real Estate

Last Updated: April - 17 - 2026

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5509 Dogwood Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918 (MLS# 1332746)