As the wrought-iron gates swing wide from the private entrance, you will find one of the South's finest and most prestigious estates: The Villa Collina. Nestled into 8.2 acres of meticulously manicured landscaping in the historic Lyons View neighborhood, the property features unparalleled views of the Tennessee River and Great Smoky Mountains, while only being a few minutes from Downtown Knoxville and the University of Tennessee. Across more than 36,000 sq.ft., the estate features 50 incredible rooms with imported and hand-crafted finishes, including 11 full- and 5 half-bathrooms with gilded fixtures and Italian marble accent pieces. A unique 2,600 sq.ft. wine cellar features a grotto rivaling the best of Tuscany's ancient villas, with artfully curated tasting rooms and storage for thousands of bottles within its twisting brick corridors. A luxurious home spa is the ultimate spot for rest and relaxation, with a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and exercise room. A commercial elevator connects every floor. This incredible home features a secluded guest suite, staff quarters, six-car standard garage and separate single-bay garage for a limousine. A state of the art security system provides peace of mind, allowing homeowners to monitor the estate remotely.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
8.2 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by DEBBIE ELLIOTT-SEXTON• Alliance Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Blake Pruitt• Alliance Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: 8657550108
Bought with Sharon Bailey• Realty Executives Associates
AUCTION: NO RESERVE--NO MINIMUM BID. Live auction on Oct 26th at 6PM. For information, property visits or registration details visit www.signatureluxuryauctions.com or call 855-BIDD-NOW Villa Collina -elegantly designed in the Italianate tradition offer 36,720 sq. ft. This estate features the finest adornments and a host of unique amenities including the 2,600 sq. ft. wine cellar, tri-level library, home theater, two studies, 11 fireplaces, elevator, secluded guest suite staff quarters and a seven car garage including one suitable for a limousine. The master suite was featured in the HGTV show ''Million Dollar Room''. The master suite offers a private study, private sitting room, his and her closet that is a ''must see''! The basement ..more. offers a resort style spa with the indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, dance floor, rec room and kitchen. The outdoor terraces and pool over looks the Tennessee River and stunning mountain views.
Knoxville MLS #1133503
Oct 21, 2021
Sold
$6,500,000
$177/sq ft
Jun 15, 2021
Pending
—
May 20, 2021
Price Changed
$7,900,000
$215/sq ft
Feb 4, 2021
Price Changed
$8,900,000
$242/sq ft
Oct 26, 2020
Listed
$9,750,000
$266/sq ft
+33
As the wrought-iron gates swing wide from the private entrance, you will find one of the South's finest and most prestigious estates: The Villa Collina. Nestled into 8.2 acres of meticulously manicured landscaping in the historic Lyons View neighborhood, the property features unparalleled views of the Tennessee River and Great Smoky Mountains, while only being a few minutes from Downtown Knoxville and the University of Tennessee. Across more than 36,000 sq.ft., the estate features 50 incredible rooms with imported and hand-crafted finishes, including 11 full- and 5 half-bathrooms with gilded fixtures and Italian marble accent pieces. A unique 2,600 sq.ft. wine cellar features a grotto rivaling the best of Tuscany's ancient villas, with artfully curated tasting rooms and storage for thousands of bottles within its twisting brick corridors. A luxurious home spa is the ultimate spot for rest and relaxation, with a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and exercise room. A commercial elevator connects every floor. This incredible home features a secluded guest suite, staff quarters, six-car standard garage and separate single-bay garage for a limousine. A state of the art security system provides peace of mind, allowing homeowners to monitor the estate remotely.
Public Records
Oct 7, 2020
Sold
$10,500,000
$286/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1085974
Jun 29, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2019
Listed
$14,995,000
$408/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1048757
Jul 1, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jul 10, 2018
Listed
$14,995,000
$408/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #977477
Nov 23, 2016
Sold
$6,375,000
$174/sq ft
Oct 27, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 2, 2016
Listed
$13,800,000
$376/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 8, 2011
Sold
$8,500,000
$231/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #710106
Jun 21, 2011
Sold
$9,500,000
$259/sq ft
Apr 12, 2010
Listed
$12,500,000
$340/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,312 (−58.1%)
2024
$27,003
2023
$27,003 (−47.2%)
2022
$51,126 (−59.8%)
2021
$127,084
2020
$127,084
2019
$127,084 (+39.0%)
2018
$91,440
2017
$91,440 (−0.8%)
2016
$92,203
Tax history for 5628 Lyons View Pike
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,312 (−58.1%)
2024
$27,003
2023
$27,003 (−47.2%)
2022
$51,126 (−59.8%)
2021
$127,084
2020
$127,084
2019
$127,084 (+39.0%)
2018
$91,440
2017
$91,440 (−0.8%)
2016
$92,203
*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
8
Baths
13.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
357,192
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
36,720
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
121GJ006
Parking Spaces
5
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront, Pool
Last updated by owner on Apr 9, 2024.
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
May 2, 2025 • Active
Irc mechanical
Work on a single-family home.
New construction
Dec 12, 2024 • Active
Irc electrical
Work on a single-family home.
New construction
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 5
Parking Total: 5
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Garage Spaces: 5
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 8
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 11
# of Half Baths (Total): 5
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Formal
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Pantry
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Great Room
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Other Room
Room 6 Information
Room Features: Utility Room
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished, Exterior Entry
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Attic Fan, Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Elevator, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet Bar, Pantry