$175,000

500 S Russell St Portland, TN 37148

$2,078
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
936 sqft
0.1 acres
$187 / sqft
House

Property details

About 500 S Russell St

Calling all investors and visionaries! This classic 1940s southern cottage in Portland is brimming with potential and charm. Situated on a 0.14-acre corner lot, this rustic gem features a welcoming rocking chair front porch and a manageable yard that's perfect for low-maintenance living. The home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Some updates have been made but it still needs your personal touch and TLC to bring it back to life. With the right improvements, this could be a fantastic rental property or cozy residence. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Portland’s shopping, dining, parks, and more. Being sold as-is with no repairs- this is your chance to invest in a piece of southern charm and make it shine once again. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Wall Furnace
StatusActive
CoolingElectric, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size936 sqft
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1940
MLS #2823128

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Architectural Style: Rustic
  • Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $175,000
  • Price/SqFt: $186
  • Annual Tax Amount: $556
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level
  • Directions: From Gallatin: Highway 109 North and go right at the intersection of Highway 109 & Highway 52. Go left at the light onto South Russell and the house will be on the right.
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Living Area: 936 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2823128
  • MLS Name: REALTRAC
  • Office Name: Elam Real Estate
  • Listing Agent: Cindy Hadfield

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500 S Russell St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 19, 2019
Home Sold
$25,000
May 20, 2003
Home Sold
$20,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$16,300$556
2022$16,300$542
2021$16,300$542
2020$16,300$738
2019$16,300$280
2018$7,175$265
2017$7,175$265

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Watt Hardison Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

300 Gibson St

6

J.W. Wiseman Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

922 S Broadway St

6

Clyde Riggs Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.0 mi

211 Fountain Head Rd

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 $36,111. Typical income of Portland, TN residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

49%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • MotocrossMotocross

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • KmartKmart
  • GameStopGameStop

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 500 S Russell St

The listing price of 500 S Russell St property is $175,000.

The property 500 S Russell St is a house located in Portland, Tennessee, 37148.

Active Listing: 500 S Russell St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 500 S Russell St are: Watt Hardison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), J.W. Wiseman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clyde Riggs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portland East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portland West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Franklin-Simpson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sumner County Middle Technical College High School at Portla (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Portland High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Franklin-Simpson High School West Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 19, 2019 for $25,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 500 S Russell St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 500 S Russell St is 936 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 500 S Russell St is 1940.

This home is located at 500 S Russell St in Portland, TN and zip code 37148. This 936 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $175,000.

In April 2025 more than 7 listings in Portland, TN were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 11 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 14 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Portland, TN increased by 2.1% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $340,000.

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

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