$449,000
About this home
Investment opportunity in Fountain City. This updated duplex features two 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, both currently vacant and move-in ready, giving the next owner immediate flexibility to select tenants and establish new leases. Ideal for an investor looking to expand a rental portfolio or an owner-occupant interested in living in one unit while renting the other. New roof installed September 2026. Both units underwent extensive renovations in 2022 and feature updated kitchens with soft-close cabinetry, tile backsplashes, appliances including dishwashers, refinished hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and washer and dryer connections. Unit A features an updated shower enclosure, while Unit B offers a custom tile shower. Major improvements include replacement windows, PEX plumbing in the kitchens and bathrooms, HVAC systems replaced in 2020, updated gutters and downspouts, added insulation, updated lighting, and a paved driveway with retaining walls. The property offers approximately 1,875 total square feet of single-level living, a carport, additional off-street parking, and a storage shed. With both units vacant, the next owner has immediate possession and the freedom to establish their own rental strategy without assuming existing leases. Conveniently located in Fountain City with access to shopping, dining, major roadways, and downtown Knoxville. Two updated units, a new roof, extensive improvements, and immediate availability make 5800 Fountain Road a strong option for investors and owner-occupants. Seller is ready to make a move and will give serious consideration to reasonable offers and terms. Showings by appointment. Buyer to verify all information important to their purchase
Property details
- MLS #
- 1354746
- Property type
- Residential Income
- Subdivision
- W S McFadden
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 3
- On market date
- September 8, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.45 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.8:1
- District
- Knox County
- Enrollment
- 779
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
- District
- Knox County
- Enrollment
- 1,283
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
- District
- Knox County
Walkability
Blended score for Knoxville's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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Data source: Listing information provided by East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 14 days ago.
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.