$5,759

closing credit¹

438 Shelby St Kingsport, TN 37660

$485,000
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,264 sqft
0.10 acres
$214 / sqft
House

Property details

About 438 Shelby St

GORGEOUS HISTORIC TUDOR TOWNHOUSE. These townhouses are one of KINGSPORTS first and oldest rentals on one of the most charming streets in downtown. Present day, they are zoned as a mixture of both businesses or residences. This charming townhouse has been totally remodeled & updated! It is currently a short term rental/airbnb and owner would consider with acceptable offer leaving some furnishings. Owner did reside at the property for a while. It is the ONLY townhome on the street with fenced backyard, one car detached garage with storage. Main level you will find living room, arched door ways, dining room, kitchen with quartz countertops, new cabinets, floating shelves, laundry area, half bath, covered back deck, new concrete sidewalk. 2 NEW HEAT PUMPS, Natural gas has been added. Upper level has 3 bedrooms, bathroom with walk in tile shower. Lower/basement level has Den, lots of storage, bathroom with soaking tub. The charm and character will have you falling in love. Live downtown and walk to restaurants, shopping, farmers market and all the events downtown Kingsport has to offer. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size2,264 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, See Remarks
MLS #9975557
Garage1 space
FireplaceBasement, Living Room, See Remarks

Summary

  • MLS Number: 9975557
  • MLS Name: Tennessee/Virginia Regional MLS
  • Office Name: The Addington Agency Bristol
  • Office Phone: (423) 845-5800
  • Office Email: tnhomes4u@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Ella Scissom

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 04, 2019
Home Sold
$105,000
May 02, 2000
Home Sold
$75,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$26,225$-
2022$41,960$1,848
2021$41,960$1,848
2020$41,960$1,010
2019$38,600$1,746
2018$38,600$1,746
2017$38,600$1,899

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Andrew Jackson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

600 Jackson St

7

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

1051 Lake St

7

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

1000 Summer St

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 $23,425. Typical income of Kingsport, TN residents is less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

58%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • UFCUFC
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • CadillacCadillac
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 438 Shelby St

This home is located at 438 Shelby St in Kingsport, TN and zip code 37660. This 2,264 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $485,000.

Kingsport, TN housing market in January 2025 saw over 18 listings sold above listed price, more than 7 sold at listed price and over 49 sold below. Between December and January 2025, Kingsport, TN real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7.9%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 79 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $269,992.

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

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