Gorgeous Holston Hills property offers an amazing opportunity for investors or those with a vision. All one level (w/unfinished basement space) classic, situated upon 2.7 acre parcel that backs to Loves Creek. Holston Hills is one of the great, best kept secrets in Knoxville. Large lots with traditional to contemporary homes and one of the best golf courses in the area make Holston Hills something out of a movie. Club available for members. Located near picturesque Holston River and easy access to interstate for an easy commute to Downtown and UT. Where else will you find such space and gorgeous surroundings at such an attractive price.
Gorgeous Holston Hills property offers an amazing opportunity for investors or those with a vision. All one level (w/unfinished basement space) classic, situated upon 2.7 acre parcel that backs to Loves Creek. Holston Hills is one of the great, best kept secrets in Knoxville. Large lots with traditional to contemporary homes and one of the best golf courses in the area make Holston Hills something out of a movie. Club available for members. Located near picturesque Holston River and easy access to interstate for an easy commute to Downtown and UT. Where else will you find such space and gorgeous surroundings at such an attractive price.
Public Records
Jul 9, 1969
Sold
$30,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,829
2024
$2,829
2023
$2,829
2022
$2,829 (+13.6%)
2021
$2,490
2020
$2,490
2019
$2,490
2018
$2,490
2017
$2,490 (+41.7%)
2016
$1,758
2015
$1,759
2014
$1,758
Tax history for 5509 E Sunset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,829
2024
$2,829
2023
$2,829
2022
$2,829 (+13.6%)
2021
$2,490
2020
$2,490
2019
$2,490
2018
$2,490
2017
$2,490 (+41.7%)
2016
$1,758
2015
$1,759
2014
$1,758
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
150 ft.
Lot depth
400 ft.
Lot size
2.83 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,635
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
071LA016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
EN
Established Residential Neighborhood District
The EN Established Residential Neighborhood Zoning District is intended to accommodate Knoxville's older neighborhoods, which exhibit a uniform character and have a development pattern of complex, intricately designed homes on a highly connected street network. The EN District provides for the stability of these established neighborhoods, while allowing for continued development that is compatible with the existing development pattern. Limited nonresidential uses that are compatible with the character of the district may also be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Total: 0
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Other, Brick
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Creek
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,635
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, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Area: 2.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.7
Lot Size Dimensions: 150x823xirr
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,490
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
Location Information
Directions: Asheville Highway to SOUTH Chilhowee Drive to to LEFT on E. Sunset Road. Home will be on left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,635
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Knox County
APN: 071LA016
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2635
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2635
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: EXIST
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Chilhowee Intermediate School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Holston Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Carter High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Knoxville, TN • 37914
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$372,000 – $450,000
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