$199,000

121 Alford St Athens, TN 37303

$2,363
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
744 sqft
0.7 acres
$267 / sqft
House

Property details

About 121 Alford St

Welcome to your beautifully renovated starter home at 121 Alford Street in Athens, Tennessee! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 744 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space, perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. Step inside to discover soaring cathedral ceilings, new cabinetry, modern fixtures, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The open floor plan provides a seamless flow from the living area to the kitchen, making the home feel bright, spacious, and inviting. Enjoy your mornings or evenings on the large front porch—an ideal space for relaxing with a cup of coffee or entertaining friends and family. Situated on a rare triple lot, the mostly flat property offers fantastic potential for expansion, gardening, or even building on the adjoining lot. The possibilities are endless! Located in the McMinn County School District, this home provides easy access to local amenities and outdoor activities in downtown Athens. You're just a short drive from the Cherokee National Forest, Watts Bar Lake, and several hiking trails. Plus, with a convenient location between Knoxville and Chattanooga, commuting is a breeze. Don't miss this move-in-ready gem with modern updates, outdoor potential, and a prime location. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size744 sqft
Lot size0.68 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingMain Level
MLS #1295422

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1295422
  • MLS Name: East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
  • Office Name: Silver Key Realty
  • Office Phone: (423) 405-5157
  • Office Email: jeremy@silverkeycompanies.com

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view of front facade with metal roof, a storage shed, a front lawn, an outbuilding, and a porch

$199,000

121 Alford St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 03, 2022
Home Sold
$118,000
Feb 25, 2022
Home Sold
$105,000
Sep 14, 2010
Home Sold
$17,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$31,700$662
2022$9,350$271
2021$9,350$271
2020$9,350$271
2019$9,350$264
2018$9,350$264
2017$8,100$241

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Westside Elementary School

Public District 3-5

1.7 mi

700 Westside St

5

North City Elementary School

Public District 3-5

2.3 mi

1601 Palos St

6

Meigs North Elementary School

Public District PK-5

13.6 mi

22015 State Highway 58 N

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,902. The majority of Athens, TN residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

52%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • CountryCountry
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 121 Alford St

This home is located at 121 Alford St in Athens, TN and zip code 37303. This 744 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.68 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Athens, TN there were more than 3 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 8 were sold right at the asked price. In March 2025 in Athens, TN there were 11.7% more homes for sale than in February. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $268,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 82 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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