AS FEATURED ON HGTV'S ''POOL IN MY HOUSE'': Rare opportunity to own one of Chattanooga's most renowned estates. This post mid-century modern home has been meticulously restored beyond its original beauty. Located in the center of Chattanooga on Missionary Ridge with beautiful eastern views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a western view of downtown Chattanooga. Surrounded by 8.5 acres of lush landscape that includes tennis courts, putting green, walking paths and two iconic historical cannons. The home was designed by famous Los Angeles architect Harold W. Levitt who has created homes for the likes of film producer Steven Spielberg and actor Dean Martin. Levitt designed the perfect home for the family who appreciates luxury amenities, comfortable entertaining spaces and cozy intimate suites for privacy. The estate offers a private master wing with gorgeous views from it's private terraces. His master bath has handsome walnut paneling with sauna, huge walk-in closet, and half-court hardwood gym complete with basketball goal and direct access to solarium. Her master bath includes dressing room with fireplace. The bath is surrounded by opulent calculatta gold marble walls and floors and features Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and the perfect walk-in closet with built-in shoe racks, glass front purse storage, and separate out of season cedar closet. Four other bedrooms are located in the main living area. All have large en suite baths featuring marble floors and counter tops, large walk in closets, build-in cabinetry and beautiful views. Two lower bedrooms have private terraces. The study features luxurious walnut paneling, half bath and private terrace. The heart of the home is the 88 x 53 Solarium which features a 30 foot high glass ceiling, heated indoor pool with diving board, reflecting pond, two changing rooms with showers, and newly renovated kitchen.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
8.5 acresLot Size
$150Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Diane Patty• Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Lisa Brown• Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
AS FEATURED ON HGTV'S ''POOL IN MY HOUSE'': Rare opportunity to own one of Chattanooga's most renowned estates. This post mid-century modern home has been meticulously restored beyond its original beauty. Located in the center of Chattanooga on Missionary Ridge with beautiful eastern views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a western view of downtown Chattanooga. Surrounded by 8.5 acres of lush landscape that includes tennis courts, putting green, walking paths and two iconic historical cannons. The home was designed by famous Los Angeles architect Harold W. Levitt who has created homes for the likes of film producer Steven Spielberg and actor Dean Martin. Levitt designed the perfect home for the family who appreciates luxury amenities, comfortable entertaining spaces and cozy intimate suites for privacy. The estate offers a private master wing with gorgeous views from it's private terraces. His master bath has handsome walnut paneling with sauna, huge walk-in closet, and half-court hardwood gym complete with basketball goal and direct access to solarium. Her master bath includes dressing room with fireplace. The bath is surrounded by opulent calculatta gold marble walls and floors and features Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and the perfect walk-in closet with built-in shoe racks, glass front purse storage, and separate out of season cedar closet. Four other bedrooms are located in the main living area. All have large en suite baths featuring marble floors and counter tops, large walk in closets, build-in cabinetry and beautiful views. Two lower bedrooms have private terraces. The study features luxurious walnut paneling, half bath and private terrace. The heart of the home is the 88 x 53 Solarium which features a 30 foot high glass ceiling, heated indoor pool with diving board, reflecting pond, two changing rooms with showers, and newly renovated kitchen. A sunken conversation area offers the perfect view of pool and surrounding landscape of live palm trees and foliage. The music room is located off the solarium and features a wonderful entertaining bar complete with ice maker, sink and beverage refrigerator. The formal living room features floor to ceiling windows and large stone fireplace. A comfortable family room features a library with sliding ladder, stunning fireplace with artisan detail, screen terrace and large sliding walnut pocket door. The elegant dining room with marble floor seats 14 and it's own live garden. Large walnut bi-fold doors create an intimate space for dinner parties. China and silver storage closet located just off dining room. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight. Stainless steel counter tops, large granite island, subzero refrigerator and freezer, three ovens, two dishwashers, trash compactor, gas range, gas grill, electric oven and large walk in pantry. A separate butler's kitchen is loaded with storage, granite counter tops, sink, refrigerator and dishwasher. The well appointed laundry has a private drying courtyard for air drying laundry, as well as dual stacked washer and dryers, folding station and drip dry rack with utility sink. The apartment features two bedrooms with full baths, kitchen, den, private entrance, separate garage and patio space, allowing for long term guest stays or private in-law quarters. Exquisite grounds have been meticulously maintained and feature several patios and terraces to enjoy the year round views of mountains including Blue Ridge, Signal and Lookout Mountains. Lighted tennis courts, putting green and a paved walking path are nestled among over 200 old growth trees, native plants and well tended lawns. This is a must see showcase home. Buyer to verify square footage.
GCAR #1202593
Jan 10, 2014
Sold
$1,300,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,684 (−15.5%)
2024
$7,914
2023
$7,914
2022
$7,914 (−43.0%)
2021
$13,888 (−22.0%)
2020
$17,813
2019
$17,813
2018
$17,813
2017
$17,813 (−6.7%)
2016
$19,093
2014
$19,093
Tax history for 240 S Crest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,684 (−15.5%)
2024
$7,914
2023
$7,914
2022
$7,914 (−43.0%)
2021
$13,888 (−22.0%)
2020
$17,813
2019
$17,813
2018
$17,813
2017
$17,813 (−6.7%)
2016
$19,093
2014
$19,093
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
429 ft.
Lot depth
442 ft.
Lot size
5.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
16,080
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hamilton County
APN
156K K 032
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
RN-1-6
Residential Neighborhood Zone
The RN-1-6 Residential Neighborhood Zone is intended to accommodate a neighborhood environment predominantly characterized by single-unit homes on lots of 6,000 square feet or greater.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 7
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 10
# of Half Baths (Total): 5
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Features: Double Vanity
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Separate
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Other Room
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Partial, Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Den, Gas, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet Bar
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Tennis Court(s)
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Other
Lot Size Area: 8.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 428.5X442
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $32,969
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: East Ridge Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: East Ridge Middle School
High School: East Ridge High School
Location Information
Directions: 1-24 W to exit 183A, merge on N Terrace, turn right on Germantown Rd, Turn left on Navajo Drive, Left on S Seminole, Right on S Crest. 240 S Crest will be on the left.
Topography: Level,Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 16,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Hamilton County
APN: 156K K 032
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Home Information
Living Area: 16080
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 16080
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
East Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
3/10
East Ridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
East Ridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.29M – $2.77M
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