Historical home in Chattanooga on 1.3+/- acres offers PRIVACY and CONVENIENCE! This 3 story home offers room for everyone. Many recent updates including refinished hardwood floors & kitchen cabinets, NEW HVAC unit, and NEW appliances. The deck on the third level is ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a long day. Lower level could be used as a guest or in-law suite, with kitchenette, separate entry, full bathroom, living spaces, and bedroom. Large circular driveway welcomes friends and family and provides plenty of parking. Detached carport with large storage room provides additional parking, and offers storage for all your toys. Spacious upstairs office nook is the perfect work from home location. Covered porch with level side yard for morning coffee, yard games, and hours of fun. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED: 2 minutes to Food City, 3 minutes to I-24, 6 minutes to I-75, and 10 minutes to Downtown Chattanooga. This is a RARE find, come see for yourself! (Buyer to verify square footage. Buyer is responsible to do their due diligence to verify that all information is correct, accurate and for obtaining any and all restrictions for the property.)
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
1.28 acresLot Size
$139Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Todd Henon• Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Joan Rose• Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty Inc.
Historical home in Chattanooga on 1.3+/- acres offers PRIVACY and CONVENIENCE! This 3 story home offers room for everyone. Many recent updates including refinished hardwood floors & kitchen cabinets, NEW HVAC unit, and NEW appliances. The deck on the third level is ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a long day. Lower level could be used as a guest or in-law suite, with kitchenette, separate entry, full bathroom, living spaces, and bedroom. Large circular driveway welcomes friends and family and provides plenty of parking. Detached carport with large storage room provides additional parking, and offers storage for all your toys. Spacious upstairs office nook is the perfect work from home location. Covered porch with level side yard for morning coffee, yard games, and hours of fun. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED: 2 minutes to Food City, 3 minutes to I-24, 6 minutes to I-75, and 10 minutes to Downtown Chattanooga. This is a RARE find, come see for yourself! (Buyer to verify square footage. Buyer is responsible to do their due diligence to verify that all information is correct, accurate and for obtaining any and all restrictions for the property. )
GCAR #1264410
Oct 5, 2017
Sold
$166,000
$55/sq ft
+33
BRING AN OFFER! This historical home is in downtown Chattanooga on 1.3 acres with unbelievable privacy. The 3 level residence provides a unique opportunity to use the basement as a separate apartment or just relax in the abundant privacy of a 3 level home. The circle drive provides easy access to all three levels. The detached carport provides tons of additional parking, supplemented by the attached garage on the lower level. The deck on the third level is optimal for entertaining.
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2326596
Oct 5, 2017
Sold
$166,000
$55/sq ft
GCAR #1219941
Feb 23, 2015
Sold
$136,600
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,704 (+37.4%)
2024
$1,968
2023
$1,968
2022
$1,968
2021
$1,968 (+16.8%)
2020
$1,685 (+3.7%)
2019
$1,625
2018
$1,625
2017
$1,625 (+0.4%)
2016
$1,619 (+12.5%)
2014
$1,439
Tax history for 869 Donaldson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,704 (+37.4%)
2024
$1,968
2023
$1,968
2022
$1,968
2021
$1,968 (+16.8%)
2020
$1,685 (+3.7%)
2019
$1,625
2018
$1,625
2017
$1,625 (+0.4%)
2016
$1,619 (+12.5%)
2014
$1,439
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
188 ft.
Lot depth
320 ft.
Lot size
1.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,610
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hamilton County
APN
156L C 014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Separate
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Full, Finished
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Den, Wood Burning, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Other
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Other
Roof: Other
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Professional Measurement
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Professional Measurement
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other
Lot Size Area: 1.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.28
Lot Size Dimensions: 187.72X320.67
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,968
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity 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: From Downtown Chattanooga: Take I-24 E to exit 181A. Merge onto US-41 S and follow towards East Ridge. At the traffic circle, take the second exit into Bachman Tunnel. Continue to follow Ringgold Road to Donaldson Rd. Turn left onto Donaldson Road. The home will be on your left.
Topography: Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,610
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Hamilton County
APN: 156L C 014
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Home Information
Living Area: 3041
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Professional Measurement
Building Area Total: 3041
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Professional Measurement
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 • 1.1mi
3/10
East Ridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
East Ridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
Chattanooga, TN • 37412
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$403,000 – $488,000
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