5514 Alabama Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409 (MLS# 1542140)

5514 Alabama Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409

$529,995

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,872 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,583 Status: Active

Current Price: $529,995 List Date: 9/04/2026 Last Modified: 10/27/2026

Overview

Description

Step into the character and charm of 5514 Alabama Ave, a historic St. Elmo home built in 1900, ideally situated at the foot of Lookout Mountain. This distinctive bungalow showcases turn-of-the-century character blended with a unique rustic-industrial aesthetic and thoughtful modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 1,892 total square feet, including 1,106 square feet on the main level and 786 square feet of finished walk-out basement, the home sits on a large, fully fenced lot with exceptional outdoor potential. The main level features inviting living spaces, updated kitchen cabinetry, and a convenient half bath. The finished walk-out basement adds valuable flexibility with a spacious primary suite and full bath, along with an office nook, storage, and versatile space currently used as a gym that could easily serve as a den, media room, or additional office. Updated plumbing and electrical add to the home's functionality, along with numerous improvements made over the years … (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1542140

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Stories: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Above Grade Finished Area: 1106
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 786
Living Area: 1872
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Enhanced Accessible: No
Year Built: 1900
ADU YN: No
STVR YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Builder's Warranty YN: No
Home Warranty YN: No
Garage YN: No
Carport YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2
Lot Size Dimensions: 50.7X194.1
Association YN: No
View YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes
Spa YN: No
Senior Community YN: No
Green Features YN: No
Sign On Property YN: Yes
List Price/SqFt: 283.12

Property Features

Appliances: Bar Fridge; Dishwasher; Electric Water Heater; Free-Standing Electric Range; Free-Standing Refrigerator; Microwave Architectural Style: Ranch Attic Features: Other Basement: Crawl Space; Finished Community Features: Historic District; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Restaurant; Sidewalks; Street Lights; Tennis Court(s) Construction Materials: Brick; Other Cooling: Central Air; Electric Exterior Features: Rain Gutters Fencing: Back Yard; Gate; Wood Fireplace Features: Gas Log; Living Room Flooring: Concrete; Hardwood Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar; Concrete Perimeter; Stone Heating: Central; Electric Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); En Suite; High Ceilings; High Speed Internet; Primary Downstairs; Separate Dining Room; Sitting Area; Stone Counters; Tub/shower Combo Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Basement; Laundry Closet; Washer Hookup Levels: One Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lot Features: Level Other Structures: None Parking Features: Kitchen Level; On Street Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Porch – Covered; Rear Porch; Screened Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Roof: Shingle Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: Standard Structure Type: House Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Phone Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Water Source: Public Window Features: Window Treatments Room Types: Bathroom; Bedroom; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room Documents: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Lead Based Paint Pamphlet; TN Prop Cond Disc or Exempt

Contract Information

Listing Contract Date: 2026-09-01
Auction YN: No
Equitable Ownership Interest Listing: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Office Exclusive: No
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 5514
Street Name: Alabama
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Hamilton
State: TN
Postal Code: 37409
Subdivision Name: Thurman Tract
MLS Area Major: Chattanooga

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Step into the character and charm of 5514 Alabama Ave, a historic St. Elmo home built in 1900, ideally situated at the foot of Lookout Mountain. This distinctive bungalow showcases turn-of-the-century character blended with a unique rustic-industrial aesthetic and thoughtful modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 1,892 total square feet, including 1,106 square feet on the main level and 786 square feet of finished walk-out basement, the home sits on a large, fully fenced lot with exceptional outdoor potential. The main level features inviting living spaces, updated kitchen cabinetry, and a convenient half bath. The finished walk-out basement adds valuable flexibility with a spacious primary suite and full bath, along with an office nook, storage, and versatile space currently used as a gym that could easily serve as a den, media room, or additional office. Updated plumbing and electrical add to the home's functionality, along with numerous improvements made over the years.Outside, the expansive fenced backyard offers privacy, space, and possibilities. A recently completed concrete walkway extends from the side of the home all the way to the rear porch, creating an attractive and functional connection to the backyard. The substantial concrete pad is also large enough to support a future elevated deck, providing an opportunity to create an additional level of outdoor living space. Adding to the property's unique appeal is direct rear access from Shauff Pl., providing convenient access to the backyard and excellent potential for a future detached garage, studio, or accessory dwelling, subject to Historic Zoning Commission approval and applicable permits. With its historic character, flexible living spaces, generous lot, rear street access, and exciting potential for future improvements, 5514 Alabama Ave offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of St. Elmo history while creating something uniquely your own.
Directions: South on St Elmo Ave toward Georgia. Right on 55th St. Left on Alabama Ave. Home on left.