$5,213 Closing Credit¹
#1513128, Listing office: Stone River Property Management
$419,900 List price
1609 W 53rd St Chattanooga, TN 37409
$4,986
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,616 sqft
0.2 acres
$260 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1609 W 53rd St
Welcome to 1609 W 53rd St. - A St. Elmo Gem! Located in the heart of the historic district, this charming bungalow has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated by its current owners. With a roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and windows all less than 3 years old, plus a new fully encapsulated crawlspace and updated stairs, the heavy lifting has already been done! The main level features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a spacious living and dining area, a full kitchen, and a flex room perfect for an office, guest space, or creative studio. You'll fall in love with the natural flow of the home, its generously sized rooms, and the gorgeous original woodwork throughout. The fully finished basement in-law or master suite comes with its own private exterior entrance and can be completely shut off from the main level—making it ideal as an income-producing apartment, short-term rental, or a private retreat for guests or multigenerational living. This is one you do not want to miss. St. Elmo charm, major updates, flexible living space, and income potential—what more could you ask for? 📲 Schedule your showing today before this beauty is gone!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusSale Pending
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s)
Size1,616 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1921
ParkingConcrete, Driveway, Off Street
MLS #1513013
FireplaceDining Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
- Fireplace: Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Concrete, Driveway, Off Street
- Exterior: Storage, None, Porch/Covered, Porch, Screened Porch
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $419,900
- Price/SqFt: $259
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,250
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Level
- Directions: From Downtown Chattanooga Take the ramp for US-27 S / TN-29 S Merge onto US-27 S / TN-29 S Take the ramp on the left for US-11 / US-41 / US-64 and head toward Lookout MTN Merge toward US-72 W / US-41 N / US-64 W / US-11 S / Broad St Turn right onto US-72 W / US-41 N / US-64 W / US-11 S / Broad St Turn left to stay on Tennessee Ave / TN-17 Turn right onto W 53rd St Arrive at W 53rd St on the right
- Year Built: 1921
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,616 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 1513013
- MLS Name: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
- Office Phone: (423) 664-1900
- Office Email: matthew.gann@kw.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2023 | Home Sold | $340,000 |
| Feb 24, 2021 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
| Jan 27, 1999 | Home Sold | $50,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,875 | $1,250 |
| 2022 | $39,325 | $879 |
| 2021 | $39,325 | $879 |
| 2020 | $27,325 | $1,931 |
| 2019 | $27,325 | $755 |
| 2017 | $27,325 | $755 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Lookout Mountain Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•321 N Bragg Ave
3
Calvin Donaldson Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.6 mi
•927 W 37th St
5
Rossville Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•1250 Wilson Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,951. Typical income of Chattanooga, TN residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
56%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
Figure Skating
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Kmart
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Bob Evans
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
Oldies
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1609 W 53rd St
The listing price of 1609 W 53rd St property is $419,900.
The property 1609 W 53rd St is a house located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37409.
Sale Pending: 1609 W 53rd St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 1609 W 53rd St are: Lookout Mountain Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Calvin Donaldson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Rossville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Howard Connect Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Lake Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), The Howard School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ridgeland High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lookout Valley Middle/High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,250 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2023 for $340,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1609 W 53rd St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1609 W 53rd St is 1,616 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1609 W 53rd St is 1921.
This home is located at 1609 W 53rd St in Chattanooga, TN and zip code 37409 in the South Chattanooga neighborhood. This 1,616 square foot home, which was built in 1921, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $419,900.
While more than 98 listings in Chattanooga, TN in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 123 listings sold at asking price, and more than 183 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Chattanooga, TN between April and May 2025 did not move. In May 2025 median list price was $336,380 and the average listing age was 37 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.