$750,000
About this home
Experience true urban living in this striking industrial-style loft located in the heart of Historic Downtown Knoxville. The Emporium Building offers long term and short term rental opportunities making this a great investment for buyers and investors alike. Offering 1,500 square feet of functional living space fronting and overlooking Gay Street, this 2 BR, 1 BA residence blends historic character with modern comfort, creating a one-of-a-kind downtown retreat. The open-concept layout is anchored by soaring 10+ ft ceilings, exposed brick walls, refinished hickory hardwood flooring and oversized industrial windows. The expansive living area flow seamlessly, making it great for entertaining, sparking creativity, or just relaxing after a night of exploring the area's historic charm. Architectural details and raw textures highlight the loft's authentic industrial charm while maintaining a warm, inviting atmosphere. This stylish unit features a spacious living room and recently updated kitchen complete with shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances (refrigerator included!), mixed metals, tile backsplash and large kitchen island. The primary suite connects to the newly updated bathroom, featuring tile walk-in shower, new vanity, updated lighting and new mirrors and faucets. The guest bedroom offers plenty of space with a walk-in closet. Additional features include; washer & dryer, secure access, community courtyard, pet friendly building, and property manager on site. Situated on the 100th block of Gay Street, this loft places you in the heart of the Arts District and is just steps from local dining, shopping, entertainment, parks, and cultural attractions, offering a walkable lifestyle with unbeatable convenience. With its rare combination of size, character, and location, this industrial loft is a standout opportunity for those seeking a distinctive urban home with timeless appeal.
Property details
- MLS #
- 1329940
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- The Emporium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 230
- On market date
- February 21, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 1
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.53 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).
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