Welcome to 5901 Ridgewood Road in the heart of Fountain City! This all brick home is tucked away on a private wooded half acre and is ready for it's next family to make great memories! The interior features five bedrooms (two on main level, three on lower level), two full bath (one on each level), living room and den (main level), laundry on main level, and an enclosed breezeway to the garage making carrying groceries easy! Lower level also features brand new carpet throughout the space! Exterior features include a back deck made for entertaining overlooking the wooded fenced in yard, a two car garage, and a brand new HVAC with a lifetime warranty! Many additional features make this home a fit for all types of families!
Welcome to 5901 Ridgewood Road in the heart of Fountain City! This all brick home is tucked away on a private wooded half acre and is ready for it's next family to make great memories! The interior features five bedrooms (two on main level, three on lower level), two full bath (one on each level), living room and den (main level), laundry on main level, and an enclosed breezeway to the garage making carrying groceries easy! Lower level also features brand new carpet throughout the space! Exterior features include a back deck made for entertaining overlooking the wooded fenced in yard, a two car garage, and a brand new HVAC with a lifetime warranty! Many additional features make this home a fit for all types of families!
Knoxville MLS #866777
Feb 28, 2014
Sold
$180,725
$50/sq ft
Nov 4, 2013
Listed
$189,900
$52/sq ft
+29
Beautiful 3800 sqft 5 BR 2 full bath on cozy fenced in lot. Has expansive master suite w/ oversized closet. Master bath has double sinks accented w/ slate tile walk in shower & floors. Family room or office w/ French doors. Large laundry room & lots of extra storage. Washer/dryer connections upstiars and down. Whirlpool tubs in both baths. Private entry downstairs for possible rental income. 2 car garage w/ enclosed breezeway. Seller offering home warranty from 2-10.
Knoxville MLS #708728
Dec 3, 2010
Sold
$174,800
$48/sq ft
Apr 7, 2010
Listed
$174,800
$48/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #520849
Feb 23, 2007
Sold
$185,000
$51/sq ft
Sep 29, 2006
Listed
$189,000
$52/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #492486
Mar 26, 2006
Listed
$199,900
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,524
2024
$2,524
2023
$2,524
2022
$2,524 (+30.5%)
2021
$1,935
2020
$1,935
2019
$1,935
2018
$1,935
2017
$1,935 (−8.8%)
2016
$2,122
2015
$2,122
2014
$2,121
Tax history for 5901 Ridgewood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,524
2024
$2,524
2023
$2,524
2022
$2,524 (+30.5%)
2021
$1,935
2020
$1,935
2019
$1,935
2018
$1,935
2017
$1,935 (−8.8%)
2016
$2,122
2015
$2,122
2014
$2,121
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
157 ft.
Lot depth
184 ft.
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,910
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
048NA02501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
RN-1
Single-Family Residential Neighborhood Zoning District
The RN-1 Single-Family Residential Neighborhood Zoning District is intended to accommodate traditional low density residential neighborhoods in the City of Knoxville, exhibiting a predominant development pattern of single-family homes on relatively large lots and with generous setbacks. Two-family dwellings may also be allowed by special use approval. 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
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Educational / school
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Jul 24, 2023 • Final
Irc alteration
Work on a detached single-family home.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Other, Brick
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,810
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,810
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.663
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.663
Lot Size Dimensions: 165.63 x 173.63 x IRR
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,935
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fountain City Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Gresham Middle School
High School: Central High School
Location Information
Directions: From Broadway, turn on Ridgewood Drive and home is on the right, on the corner of Ridgewood and Weems Dr. Park in driveway on Weems Dr. side of property.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,910
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Knox County
APN: 048NA02501
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 3620
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 3620
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built Details: EXIST
Levels: Two
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Fountain City Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Gresham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Knoxville, TN • 37918
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$401,000 – $486,000
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