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#2807113, Mandi Oakes, Listing Office: Gooch Beasley, REALTORS
$725,000 List price
161 Kentucky Ave Sewanee, TN 37375
$8,609
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full
2,746 sqft
0.8 acres
$264 / sqft
House
Property details
About 161 Kentucky Ave
Located in Sewanee on the campus of the University of the South this 3b3b comes with an added apartment. Great income potential! Just a short walk to central campus or downtown Sewanee Village. Property boasts beautiful curb appeal with mature landscaping, a greenhouse, and two sheds. The garage was converted into additional living space / makes a great hobby room. First time offered for sale; the home and grounds have been well maintained. Schedule your showing today.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,746 sqft
Lot size0.84 Acres
Year built1955
ParkingCircular Driveway
MLS #2866350
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood, Tile
- Interior: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, High Speed Internet
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Circular Driveway
- Exterior: Storage Building
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $725,000
- Price/SqFt: $264
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,435
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Hwy 41A in Sewanee turn onto Kentucky Ave. Its the third home on the left.
- Year Built: 1955
- Living Area: 2,746 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.84 Acres
- MLS Number: 2866350
- MLS Name: REALTRAC
- Office Name: Sewanee Realty
- Listing Agent: Elsie (Marie) Ferguson
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $86,000 | $1,435 |
| 2022 | $86,000 | $1,435 |
| 2021 | $86,000 | $1,435 |
| 2020 | $49,200 | $1,260 |
| 2019 | $49,200 | $1,159 |
| 2018 | $49,200 | $1,159 |
| 2017 | $49,200 | $1,417 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Sewanee Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•209 University Ave
5
Cowan Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.2 mi
•501 Cumberland St E
4
Decherd Elementary School
Public District PK-5
8.5 mi
•401 Bratton St
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 $44,135. Residents of Sewanee, TN typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Applebees
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 161 Kentucky Ave
The listing price of 161 Kentucky Ave property is $725,000.
The property 161 Kentucky Ave is a house located in Sewanee, Tennessee, 37375.
Active Listing: 161 Kentucky Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 161 Kentucky Ave are: Sewanee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cowan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Decherd Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Monteagle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Pelham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Franklin County High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Grundy County High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Pittsburg High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,435 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 161 Kentucky Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 161 Kentucky Ave is 2,746 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 161 Kentucky Ave is 1955.
This home is located at 161 Kentucky Ave in Sewanee, TN and zip code 37375. This 2,746 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.84 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $725,000.
In April 2025 more than 0 listings in Sewanee, TN were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 1 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Sewanee, TN decreased by 22.2% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 6 days, the median list price was $575,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.