$799,900
Knoxville, TN 37917
MLS# 1346078
4 beds | 3177 sqft
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Property Description
Step into a rare opportunity to own a piece of Knoxville history in the heart of the highly sought-after Historic Fourth & Gill neighborhood. Built in 1899 and believed to have been designed by renowned architect George Barber, this historic duplex beautifully blends timeless character with modern updates. Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, the property generated approximately $90,000 in gross rental income in 2025 and benefits from commercial zoning with eligibility for Type 2 non-owner occupied short-term rental permits. Each side features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking a unique multi-generational living arrangement. The current duplex configuration could also be easily converted back into a spacious single-family residence, creating a stunning historic home in one of Knoxville's most desirable neighborhoods. Extensively remodeled in 2019 while preserving its historic charm, the home showcases original hardwood floors, stunning stained-glass windows, soaring ceilings, and classic wood siding. Updated interiors feature tiled bathrooms, white shaker cabinetry, and modern conveniences that complement the home's historic character. Located just minutes from downtown Knoxville and within walking distance of the new baseball stadium, restaurants, breweries, shopping, and entertainment, this property offers an unbeatable combination of location, history, and income potential. Whether you're looking for a proven income-producing property, a landmark residence, or a unique investment in one of Knoxville's most beloved historic districts, 812 N 4th Ave is truly one of a kind. Furnishings available for purchase separately. Buyer to verify square footage. Owner/agent
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Contract Info
Auction Y/N: No
Occupancy: Either
Gross Amount Year 1: 89578
Listing Price: 799900
Current Price: $799,900
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2026-06-25
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Area: Knox County - 1
Property Sub-Type: Residential
City/County Code: City Limits
Elementary School: Christenberry
Middle School: Vine/Magnet
Total Tax: 2212.28
High School: Austin East/Magnet
General Property Description
Type: 2 Story
# Bedrooms: 4
Lot Dimensions: 50x150
Lot Size SqFt: 7500
Acres: 0.17
Acre Source: Tax Records
# of Rooms: 10
Restrictions: No
Site Built: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Property Status: N/A
SqFt - Main Lvl: 1475
SqFt - Down Lvl: 0
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 1702
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0
# Fireplace: 2
HOA: No
Basement: No
Bonus Room: No
Extra Storage: Yes
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 3177
Baths - Full: 4
Year Built: 1899
Remarks & Misc
Directions: From Downtown Knoxville:
Take Hall of Fame Drive north from downtown.
Continue straight as Hall of Fame Drive becomes Broadway.
Turn left onto East Fifth Avenue.
Turn right onto North Fourth Avenue.
Continue north approximately 0.2 miles.
812 N 4th Ave will be on your left in the historic Fourth & Gill neighborhood
Public Remarks: Step into a rare opportunity to own a piece of Knoxville history in the heart of the highly sought-after Historic Fourth & Gill neighborhood. Built in 1899 and believed to have been designed by renowned architect George Barber, this historic duplex beautifully blends timeless character with modern updates.
Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, the property generated approximately $90,000 in gross rental income in 2025 and benefits from commercial zoning with eligibility for Type 2 non-owner occupied short-term rental permits. Each side features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking a unique multi-generational living arrangement. The current duplex configuration could also be easily converted back into a spacious single-family residence, creating a stunning historic home in one of Knoxville's most desirable neighborhoods.
Extensively remodeled in 2019 while preserving its historic charm, the home showcases original hardwood floors, stunning stained-glass windows, soaring ceilings, and classic wood siding. Updated interiors feature tiled bathrooms, white shaker cabinetry, and modern conveniences that complement the home's historic character.
Located just minutes from downtown Knoxville and within walking distance of the new baseball stadium, restaurants, breweries, shopping, and entertainment, this property offers an unbeatable combination of location, history, and income potential. Whether you're looking for a proven income-producing property, a landmark residence, or a unique investment in one of Knoxville's most beloved historic districts, 812 N 4th Ave is truly one of a kind. Furnishings available for purchase separately.
Buyer to verify square footage. Owner/agent
Fencing
Chain: 1
Atchd/Dtchd Type
Detached: 1
Style
Colonial: 1
Construction
Brick: 1
Frame: 1
Siding
Wood: 1
Fireplace
Brick: 1
Cooling
Central Cooling: 1
Floors
Hardwood: 1
Tile: 1
Garage/Parking
Off-Street Parking: 1
Basement
Crawl Space: 1
Lot Description
Level: 1
Fuel
Electric: 1
View
City: 1
Heat
Central: 1
Community Amenities
Sidewalks: 1
Dining Area
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Self Cleaning Oven: 1
Smoke Detector: 1
Other Rooms
Addl Living Quarter: 1
Bedroom Main Level: 1
Extra Storage: 1
Family Room: 1
Laundry/Utility: 1
Mstr Bdrm Main Level: 1
Exterior Features
Porch - Covered: 1
Windows - Wood: 1
Misc Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s): 1
Internet Available: 1
Walk-in Shower: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Water
Public: 1
New Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
Showing
See Agent Instructns: 1
Location Tax Legal Info
House #: 812
St Dir: N
Street Name: 4th
St Suffix: Ave
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37917
PIN #: 082PA014
Subdivision: Mrs W A Branners Add
Geo Lat: 35.979743
Geo Lon: -83.917333
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-06-26
Property Features
Style: Colonial
Construction: Brick; Frame
Siding: Wood
Basement: Crawl Space
Lot Description: Level
Fireplace: Brick
Floors: Hardwood; Tile
Fuel: Electric
Heat: Central
Cooling: Central Cooling
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Self Cleaning Oven; Smoke Detector
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Other Rooms: Addl Living Quarter; Bedroom Main Level; Extra Storage; Family Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Misc Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Internet Available; Walk-in Shower
Exterior Features: Porch - Covered; Windows - Wood
Fencing: Chain
Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen
Community Amenities: Sidewalks
Showing: See Agent Instructns
New Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA
IDX
Listing Office: Real Broker
Last Updated: July - 09 - 2026
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