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2805 Gibbs Drive

Knoxville TN, 37918

$725,000


$139.66 per sqft

Sold

Closed

5 Beds

3 Baths

5,191 sqft

Residential

Built in 1924

Presenting a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of the most prestigious homes in Fountain City. The 1924 Dempster-Francis Mansion, located on a Dogwood Trail on beautiful Gibbs Drive, is a Fountain City landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The former home of Knoxville mayor and inventor George Dempster has been restored to its original glory and updated for modern living. Prominently located on two lots with 1.49 acres, its Neoclassical design features a gracious front porch, porte-cochere, historic fountain and 4-car garage. Perfect for those seeking a prestigious home or high-profile location for a beautiful Bed and Breakfast. This spacious home features 5 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, large modern kitchen, formal dining room, butler's pantry/breakfast room, sunroom, first floor office/family room, two gorgeous stone fireplaces, two staircases, original hardwood floors and woodwork, new windows, cedar-lined closets, stunning leaded glass entry, 2nd floor porch, beautifully landscaped and expansive grounds with irrigation system and a full walk-out basement with potential for additional living space. All kitchen appliances are included. The property is comprised of two lots, one with Broadway frontage. Seller is offering a $10,000 allowance for cosmetic updates and minor repairs. Buyer to verify square footage and all property details.

1243340

MLS ID

November 20, 2023

Listed

October 1, 2024

Updated

Map

2805 Gibbs Drive
Knoxville TN, 37918

Interior Features

Bedrooms

5


Total Bathrooms

3


Full Bathrooms

2


Half Bathrooms

1


Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Smoke Detector, Refrigerator, Microwave


Floor Description

Hardwood, Tile


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Stone, Wood Burning


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Cooling


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Central, Natural Gas, Electric

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

1.49 Acres


Exterior Features

Irrigation System, Windows - Insulated, Porch - Covered, Prof Landscaped, Deck, Balcony, Doors - Storm


Lot Features

Corner Lot, Irregular Lot


Architectual Style

Historic


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

High School

Central

Other Property Details

Area Name

Knox County - 1


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

4


Parking

Garage Door Opener, Carport, Off-Street Parking


View

Yes


View Description

City


County

Knox County - 1


Water Source

Public


Pool

No

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

1/4/2024

Price change

$725,000

-26%

1/4/2024

Sold

$725,000

12/12/2023

Pending

 

Courtesy of Wallace, Kim Trent

Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Jennifer Whicker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless.

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