Located in Historic Norris, this 1936 1 1/2 story home, known as White Rose Cottage, was designed by architect Roland Wanks for a TVA engineer building Norris Dam. (blueprints located in Norris Museum) Located on scenic Norris Commons, this property backs up to scenic commons park area & is within walking distance to markets, post office, gas station, cafe's, library and schools. This 3 Br, 2.5 BA home has extensive upgrades & amenities such as: sheetrock/paint, crown molding, bathroom fixtures, Oak plank and refinished hardwoods, kitchen remodel w/ solid white wood shaker cabinets, farm house sink, cooktop, microwave/convection oven, granite counters, porcelain tile. Upgraded electrical wiring, plumbing, & sewer lines, newer decking. Come see this charming home and community today! (Sq.ft approximate, buyer/agent to verify) (Photos from previous listing)
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kim Douglas• Realty Executives Associates
•865-363-7228 (agent)
•kimdouglasrealtor@gmail.com (agent)
•865-688-3232 (broker)
•tonyrodgers@realtyexecutives.com (broker)
Bought with Anthony Buhl• Gables & Gates, REALTORS
•865-777-9191 (broker)
•susielash@tds.net (broker)
Source:Knoxville MLS #1251766
Redfin Estimate
$521,855
$62K since sold in March 2026$4,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 14.7% higher than the average sale price ($455K) of 6 comparable homes.
Located in Historic Norris, this 1936 1 1/2 story home, known as White Rose Cottage, was designed by architect Roland Wanks for a TVA engineer building Norris Dam. (blueprints located in Norris Museum) Located on scenic Norris Commons, this property backs up to scenic commons park area & is within walking distance to markets, post office, gas station, cafe's, library and schools. This 3 Br, 2.5 BA home has extensive upgrades & amenities such as: sheetrock/paint, crown molding, bathroom fixtures, Oak plank and refinished hardwoods, kitchen remodel w/ solid white wood shaker cabinets, farm house sink, cooktop, microwave/convection oven, granite counters, porcelain tile. Upgraded electrical wiring, plumbing, & sewer lines, newer decking. Come see this charming home and community today! (Sq.ft approximate, buyer/agent to verify) (Photos from previous listing)
Knoxville MLS #1189297
May 25, 2022
Sold
$402,500
$247/sq ft
May 9, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2022
Contingent
—
Apr 28, 2022
Listed
$399,000
$245/sq ft
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Located in Historic Norris, this 1936 1 1/2 story home, known as White Rose Cottage, was designed by architect Roland Wanks for a TVA engineer building Norris Dam. (blueprints located in Norris Museum) Located on scenic Norris Commons, property is beautifully landscaped & backs up to scenic commons park area & is within walking distance to Norris Market, post office, gas station, cafe's, library and schools. This 3 Br, 2.5 BA home has extensive upgrades & amenities such as: new sheetrock/paint, crown moulding, all new bathroom fixtures, new Oak plank and refinished hardwoods, all new kitchen remodel w/ solid white wood shaker cabinets, farm house sink, cooktop, microwave/convection oven, granite counters, porcelain tile. Upgraded electrical wiring, plumbing, & sewer lines, new decking.
Knoxville MLS #1116834
Jun 15, 2020
Sold
$289,000
$177/sq ft
Jun 5, 2020
Pending
—
May 17, 2020
Contingent
—
May 14, 2020
Listed
$289,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 26, 2012
Sold
$36,000
$22/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #775524
Nov 15, 2011
Sold
$185,900
$114/sq ft
Sep 29, 2011
Listed
$189,900
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2005
Sold
$140,000
$86/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #438193
Mar 4, 2005
Sold
$128,500
$79/sq ft
Jan 6, 2005
Listed
$132,500
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,429 (+20.5%)
2024
$2,016
2023
$2,016 (+0.9%)
2022
$1,998 (+2.8%)
2021
$1,943
2020
$1,943 (+20.6%)
2019
$1,611 (+4.7%)
2018
$1,539
2017
$1,539
2016
$1,539
2015
$1,539 (+9.7%)
2013
$1,403
Tax history for 16 W Circle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,429 (+20.5%)
2024
$2,016
2023
$2,016 (+0.9%)
2022
$1,998 (+2.8%)
2021
$1,943
2020
$1,943 (+20.6%)
2019
$1,611 (+4.7%)
2018
$1,539
2017
$1,539
2016
$1,539
2015
$1,539 (+9.7%)
2013
$1,403
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-1
Low Density Residential District
The R-1 Low Density Residential District is established to provide areas which are suitable for low density single family residential development. Attractiveness, order, and efficiency are encouraged by providing for adequate light, air, and open space for dwellings and related facilities and through consideration of the proper functional relationship of each element.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 8
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Package
Heating Type: Package
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Coal/Wood
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Continuous Footing
Exterior Wall: Brick
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: NORRIS PROP INC #1
Living Sq. Ft: 1,631
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,134
Building Sq. Ft: 2,261
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: NORRIS PROPERTY INC. #1 0006 020- 13 031C B 031C 01100 000
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Finished Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 299
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Finished
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 18,295
Legal Lot Number: 20
Legal Block Number: 6
Acres: 0.42
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Utility Information
Electricity / Wiring Type: Available
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,631
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Anderson County
APN: 031C B 01100 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Norris Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Norris Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Anderson County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
4/10
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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
7 days above 102° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Norris, TN • 37828
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 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
$496,000 – $601,000
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