Warm & Inviting Cottage! Welcome to this truly special Fountain City retreat, where timeless character meets thoughtful modern updates. Topped with a new CertainTeed 50-year dimensional roof, this warm and inviting cottage blends classic charm with everyday comfort in all the right ways. Step inside to discover an appealing layout that balances vintage personality with modern livability. The updated kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room, creating a natural hub for connection, conversation, and entertaining. A newly remodeled guest bath adds fresh style and function, while a bonus storage room provides practical space rarely found in homes of this era. Throughout the home, original touches and cozy details preserve its unmistakable cottage soul. Situated on a lot with rare privacy on both sides, the property feels like a peaceful retreat tucked into the heart of Fountain City. Out back, a truly special outdoor oasis awaits. By day, mature landscaping creates a serene, green escape. As evening falls, the space transforms into an entertainer's dream with string lights, a fire pit, and a moody ambiance set the stage for unforgettable nights with friends and family. With its blend of vintage charm, modern upgrades, and inviting indoor-outdoor living, this Fountain City gem offers more than a place to live, it offers a lifestyle you'll love coming home to.
Beautiful 4 bedroom 2 bath Fountain City 2 story home w/2,266 sq ft of living space. Updates include hardwood floors, living room w/fireplace, large updated kitchen w/granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances, formal dining room, family room addition, master bedroom w/private master bath w/walk-in shower, storage closet, newer central heating & air system, vinyl windows, privacy fenced back yard, shed, & 2 car driveway. Great location close to convenient businesses, Central High School, heart of Fountain City, & easy access to I-640.
Knoxville MLS #1316199
Nov 18, 2025
Price Changed
$499,000
$211/sq ft
Oct 24, 2025
Price Changed
$519,000
$220/sq ft
Sep 27, 2025
Contingent
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Sep 27, 2025
Listing Removed
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Sep 27, 2025
Listing Removed
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Sep 26, 2025
Listed
$525,000
$222/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 16, 2024
Sold
$475,000
$201/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1123945
Oct 16, 2020
Sold
$270,000
$114/sq ft
Sep 13, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2020
Price Changed
$285,000
$121/sq ft
Aug 30, 2020
Price Changed
$300,000
$127/sq ft
Aug 22, 2020
Price Changed
$307,500
$130/sq ft
Aug 13, 2020
Price Changed
$315,000
$133/sq ft
Jul 21, 2020
Listed
$325,000
$138/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #955373
Apr 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 20, 2016
Contingent
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Mar 1, 2016
Listed
$219,900
$93/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #932958
Nov 12, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jul 11, 2015
Listed
$229,900
$97/sq ft
Jul 11, 2015
Price Changed
$219,900
$93/sq ft
Jul 11, 2015
Price Changed
$224,900
$95/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #804940
Jun 9, 2012
Listed
$184,900
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 28, 2000
Sold
$131,900
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,115
2024
$2,115
2023
$2,115
2022
$2,115 (+0.4%)
2021
$2,106
2020
$2,106
2019
$2,106
2018
$2,106
2017
$2,106 (−7.5%)
2016
$2,277
2015
$2,278
2014
$2,278
Tax history for 611 Kesterson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,115
2024
$2,115
2023
$2,115
2022
$2,115 (+0.4%)
2021
$2,106
2020
$2,106
2019
$2,106
2018
$2,106
2017
$2,106 (−7.5%)
2016
$2,277
2015
$2,278
2014
$2,278
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
73 ft.
Lot depth
118 ft.
Lot size
8,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,266
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
058ED031
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
RN-2
Single-Family Residential Neighborhood Zoning District
The RN-2 Single-Family Residential Neighborhood Zoning District is intended to accommodate low density single-family residential development on relatively small lots with smaller setbacks within the City of Knoxville. 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
Oct 23, 2024 • Active
Irc plumbing
Work on a 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
Garage Information
Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
FireplaceYN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood Burning
Interior Features
Rooms Total: 7
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen