$830,000
About this home
Motivated Seller! Step into one of Knoxville's most unique and desirable properties, a fully renovated Penthouse Unit in the iconic JFG Flats Building! Located in the heart of the Old City, this rare three-level unit blends historic character with high-end modern updates, making it a dream for urban dwellers and investors alike. At the heart of the home is the original coffee grinder silo, beautifully preserved and showcased as a stunning architectural centerpiece. From top to bottom, this penthouse has been completely renovated: All-new windows, thoughtfully restored within the original historic frames; Complete kitchen renovation by local distributors and designers; All-new light fixtures throughout; Fully updated bathrooms with modern finishes; & Brand-new appliances. This flexible layout features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, but thanks to its one-of-a-kind, multi-level design, the space can be configured in a variety of creative ways to fit your needs--whether for living, working, or hosting. Enjoy your own private outdoor rooftop porch with sweeping views of the Old City and the newly developed Covenant Health Park, perfect for entertaining or relaxing above the buzz of downtown. Even better? This unit is STR-eligible (short-term rental approved), with two reservable parking spots available in a lot behind the building, an incredible opportunity for savvy investors looking to capitalize on Knoxville's booming downtown rental market. Bonus perks of the building: Ground-level dining at the beloved Curious Dogs; Minutes from local restaurants, nightlife, and shopping; & just a short walk to The University of Tennessee--perfect for game days! Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind downtown residence or a lucrative investment property, this penthouse has it all. Schedule your showing today and make history yours!
Property details
- MLS
- East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
- MLS #
- 1332361
- Property type
- Condominium
- Subdivision
- Sneed King & Cos Railroad Addn Resub
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 169
- On market date
- March 13, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 1.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.34 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.6:1
- District
- Knox County
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.2:1
- District
- Knox County
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- Knox County
Walkability
Blended score for Knoxville's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 27, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.