Charm and convenience perfectly describe 21 Dowlen Rd. Located just off Dayton Blvd, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers easy access to Hixson shopping, Red Bank, and downtown Chattanooga. Fully updated and filled with natural light, the interior features a large living room with oversized windows, defined dining area, and a main-floor laundry room, along with an unfinished basement garage for additional storage. Situated on a .35-acre lot, the property includes an English garden-style front yard, while a new 6-foot wooden privacy fence adds both charm and functionality to the level backyard with a covered porch and picturesque views of Signal Mountain. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, this is one not to be missed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$279Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Susan Gilmore• Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC
Listed by Melissa Hennessy• Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC
Contact: 4232982308
Bought with Whitney Harvey• Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, LLC
Est. $1,438 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 21 Dowlen Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GCAR #1531988
May 15, 2026
Sold
$305,000
$279/sq ft
Apr 12, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 7, 2026
Listed
$305,000
$279/sq ft
+45
Charm and convenience perfectly describe 21 Dowlen Rd. Located just off Dayton Blvd, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers easy access to Hixson shopping, Red Bank, and downtown Chattanooga. Fully updated and filled with natural light, the interior features a large living room with oversized windows, defined dining area, and a main-floor laundry room, along with an unfinished basement garage for additional storage. Situated on a . 35-acre lot, the property includes an English garden-style front yard, while a new 6-foot wooden privacy fence adds both charm and functionality to the level backyard with a covered porch and picturesque views of Signal Mountain. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, this is one not to be missed!
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3220989
May 15, 2026
Sold
$305,000
$279/sq ft
Apr 7, 2026
Listed
$305,000
$279/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2611508
Jan 19, 2024
Sold
$265,000
$242/sq ft
GCAR #1382242
Jan 19, 2024
Sold
$265,000
$242/sq ft
Nov 24, 2023
Contingent
—
Nov 2, 2023
Listed
$265,000
$242/sq ft
+17
Seller offering a 1-year home warranty through Choice Home Warranty! Charm, convenience, and scenic beauty await you at 21 Dowlen Rd! Nestled in Hixson off Dayton Blvd, only a short drive to Hixson shopping or Red Bank and downtown Chattanooga, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers 1,095 square feet of living space, plus an unfinished basement garage spanning 325 square feet for additional storage. Recently updated and remodeled, 21 Dowlen Rd is turn-key and ready for the next owner. You'll find new flooring, granite and butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, new electric range, and an updated tiled bathroom. New gutters and roof were just installed, as well. Wiring and plumbing have been updated. Windows were replaced in 2014. You'll be delighted to see how spacious this home really is, with a large bathroom, separate laundry room on the main floor, generous closets, and a hall with enough space for an office desk. You also have a separate dining area plus a breakfast bar. The property sits on a . 35-acre lot with a picturesque English garden-style front yard and a private, wooded backyard with views of Signal Mountain. Enjoy the scenery from both the covered front and back porches. The backyard is nice and level, and also makes a great place for additional parking, especially for zero-step entry when carrying in groceries. Make an appointment today to see this charming house! Listing Agent is related to the Seller.
Public Records
Oct 9, 2023
Sold
$185,000
$169/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 2020
Sold
$132,000
$121/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2416685
Dec 10, 2019
Sold
$130,000
$119/sq ft
GCAR #1308343
Dec 10, 2019
Sold
$130,000
$119/sq ft
Dec 3, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 31, 2019
Relisted
—
Oct 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2019
Listed
$136,500
$125/sq ft
GCAR #1
Jul 21, 2019
Price Changed
$136,000
$124/sq ft
Jul 15, 2019
Price Changed
$137,500
$126/sq ft
Jul 6, 2019
Price Changed
$139,900
$128/sq ft
Jul 2, 2019
Price Changed
$140,000
$128/sq ft
Jun 29, 2019
Price Changed
$142,500
$130/sq ft
Jun 26, 2019
Price Changed
$145,000
$132/sq ft
GCAR #1210437
Sep 30, 2014
Sold
$109,000
$100/sq ft
GCAR #1199029
Dec 20, 2013
Sold
$35,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$55,000
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2003
Sold
$53,500
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$984 (+29.2%)
2024
$762
2023
$762
2022
$762
2021
$762 (−1.7%)
2020
$775
2019
$775
2018
$775
2017
$775 (+4.7%)
2016
$740 (+71.3%)
2014
$432
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
75 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,095
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hamilton County
APN
090L D 003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
RN-2
Residential Neighborhood Zone
The RN-2 Residential Neighborhood Zone is intended to accommodate a neighborhood environment characterized by a mixture of single-unit homes—both attached and detached—and two-unit homes and townhouse dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Total: 1
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Driveway
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Construction Materials: Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Other
Roof: Other
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Back Yard
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
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: Other
Lot Size Area: 0.35
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.35
Lot Size Dimensions: 75X200
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,528
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Hixson Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: Red Bank Middle School
High School: Red Bank High School
Location Information
Directions: From Hixson, take SR-153 N to Grubb Rd and take a Left on Grubb Rd. Take a Left on Dowlen Rd. House will be on the Right. From Red Bank, take Dayton Blvd toward Hixson. Turn Right on Dowlen Rd. House will be on the Left.
Topography: Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,095
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Hamilton County
APN: 090L D 003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1095
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1095
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Hixson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Red Bank Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
5/10
Red Bank High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
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