205 Gillespie Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37411 (MLS# 1539749)

205 Gillespie Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37411

$525,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,552 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 20,909 Status: Active
Current Price: $525,000 List Date: 7/30/2026 Last Modified: 10/25/2026

Overview

Description

Come see this one-of-a-kind, century-old home that has been thoughtfully restored and maintained to provide modern amenities and function, all while honoring the architectural and historical significance of the era in which it was built. This idyllic 1920's Colonial sits proudly on a manageable, yet spacious half acre in the heart of Chattanooga. Distinguished features include gleaming hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings throughout, large period-appropriate moldings, vintage architectural details, a covered side smoking porch, original wood staircase & banister, a charming butler's pantry, and so much more! The modernizations include a complete overhaul of the plumbing to PEX and PVC, updated electrical system, new architectural shingle roof in 2019, energy efficient windows installed throughout, a whole house water purification/softening system, new gutters and rain collection system, and more! (Request a Full Updates List from listing agent)! The Master suite is on the main level and fe …

Supplements: This house really is the dream… The character and charm of a century ago that has already been thoughtfully modernized and made ready to stand the test of the next 100 years. They truly don't make 'em like they used to and this home is the purist example of that. Properties like this just don't come available every day, so schedule your showing t …

Listing Details MLS# 1539749

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
3
Rooms Total
8
Bathrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Full
2
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
2552
Living Area
2552
Living Area Source
Tax Records
Enhanced Accessible
No
Year Built
1920
ADU YN
No
STVR YN
No
New Construction YN
No
Builder's Warranty YN
No
Home Warranty YN
Yes
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
No
Garage Spaces
Yes
Carport YN
No
Lot Size Acres
0.48
Lot Size Square Feet
20908.8
Lot Size Dimensions
100X207.5
Association YN
No
View YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Senior Community YN
No
List Price/SqFt
205.72

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Water Heater; Free-Standing Gas Range; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Purifier; Water Softener Attic Features: Storage Only Basement: Unfinished Community Features: None Construction Materials: Brick; Stucco Cooling: Central Air; Electric Exterior Features: Garden; Private Yard; Rain Barrel/Cistern(s); Rain Gutters Fencing: Full; Gate Fireplace Features: Den; Family Room; Gas Log Flooring: Hardwood Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar; Pillar/Post/Pier; Slab Heating: Central; Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; Pantry; Primary Downstairs; Separate Dining Room; Sitting Area; Tub/shower Combo Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Levels: Two Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan Lot Features: Gentle Sloping; Level; Wooded Other Structures: Greenhouse Parking Features: Concrete; Driveway; Garage Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Patio; Porch; Porch – Covered; Side Porch Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Road Surface Type: Concrete Roof: Shingle Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Structure Type: House Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Water Source: Public Window Features: Wood Frames Room Types: Bathroom; Bedroom; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Other Room Documents: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Lead Based Paint Pamphlet; TN Prop Cond Disc or Exempt

Contract Information

Listing Contract Date
2026-07-30
Auction YN
No
Equitable Ownership Interest Listing
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Office Exclusive
No

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
205
Street Name
Gillespie
Street Suffix
Terrace
County
Hamilton
State
TN
Postal Code
37411
Subdivision Name
None
MLS Area Major
Chattanooga

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Come see this one-of-a-kind, century-old home that has been thoughtfully restored and maintained to provide modern amenities and function, all while honoring the architectural and historical significance of the era in which it was built. This idyllic 1920's Colonial sits proudly on a manageable, yet spacious half acre in the heart of Chattanooga. Distinguished features include gleaming hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings throughout, large period-appropriate moldings, vintage architectural details, a covered side smoking porch, original wood staircase & banister, a charming butler's pantry, and so much more! The modernizations include a complete overhaul of the plumbing to PEX and PVC, updated electrical system, new architectural shingle roof in 2019, energy efficient windows installed throughout, a whole house water purification/softening system, new gutters and rain collection system, and more! (Request a Full Updates List from listing agent)! The Master suite is on the main level and features his and hers closets as well as a custom window seat overlooking the back yard with cedar lined storage beneath. The main level also hosts multiple living spaces including a huge sunroom, a quiet den for relaxing and a large dining space that has direct access to the covered side porch. The kitchen is lovely and features custom built cabinets and leathered stone countertops! Upstairs you will find two large bedrooms, a conveniently located full bath and a bonus room; originally used to store chests, that could be used as an office, nursery or even a small bedroom! The basement is huge and could easily be used for more living space! Use it as a workshop, build a kids play area, make a man-cave, use for storage needs…. let your imagination run wild! There is also plenty of great outdoor space with a large back patio, an oversized, fully fenced backyard, detached garage/workshop, a greenhouse for the green thumbs as well as mature landscaping throughout
Directions
Traveling east on Brainerd Road turn left onto Talley Road. Take right on Cherryton Drive. Take left on onto Gillespie Terrace. House is on the left.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-07-30T18:36:07Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Timestamp
2026-07-30

More Information

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes

License Number Info

Listing Agent’s State of Licensure
TN
Listing Agent’s License Number
355832
Listing Office’s State of Licensure
TN
Listing Office’s License Number
262943

Room Types

Bathroom Level
First
Bedroom Level
Second
Bonus Room Level
Second
Dining Room Level
First
Living Room Level
First
Primary Bedroom Level
First

Room Information

Room Name Level Remarks
Other Foyer: Level: First
Other Breakfast Room: Level: First
Living Room First
Dining Room First
Bathroom First Full Bathroom
Bathroom Second Full Bathroom
Primary Bedroom First
Bonus Room Second Special Room
Bedroom Second
Bedroom Second
Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC
Last Updated: October – 25 – 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.