208 Riggs St Athens, TN 37303
Estimated payment $1,146/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Athens City Middle School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Corner Lot
About This Home
Don't let the square footage fool you -- this one lives large. Thoughtfully customized throughout, 208 Riggs St delivers 3 bedrooms and 2 fully rehabbed baths on the main level, plus a finished basement with an additional full rehabbed bath, bedroom, two open rec rooms, and a cleverly concealed laundry room tucked off the lower bath. Every inch has been put to work.
Custom built-ins set this home apart from anything else at this price point -- a built-in dining room seating nook, custom shoe racks, and barn doors throughout give the interior a curated, intentional character that buyers rarely find in this market. These aren't afterthoughts; they're the reason people remember this house.
Athens, TN offers convenient access to downtown amenities, McMinn County employment, and the scenic East Tennessee corridor -- all without the metro price tag.
FHA and VA financing eligible. Move-in ready with character to spare. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead based paint potentially exists. All data (incl sq ft) taken from prev MLS, Tax Records or current deed. Property offered as-is w/all faults; no post-closing repairs or payments will be made for any reason. Purchaser must execute sellers contract package. Buyer agrees to verify all information independently.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,092
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,920 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Insulated Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
- Breakfast Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Storage
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Parking
- Garage
- Parking Available
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- J B Adams Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 056C B 023.00
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,093 | $52,250 | $3,350 | $48,900 |
| 2024 | $1,093 | $52,250 | $3,350 | $48,900 |
| 2023 | $1,093 | $52,250 | $3,350 | $48,900 |
| 2022 | $810 | $27,975 | $2,550 | $25,425 |
| 2021 | $395 | $13,625 | $2,550 | $11,075 |
| 2020 | $384 | $13,625 | $2,550 | $11,075 |
| 2019 | $384 | $13,625 | $2,550 | $11,075 |
| 2018 | $384 | $13,625 | $2,550 | $11,075 |
| 2017 | $295 | $9,875 | $2,400 | $7,475 |
| 2016 | $295 | $9,875 | $2,400 | $7,475 |
| 2015 | -- | $9,875 | $2,400 | $7,475 |
| 2014 | $271 | $9,873 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 05/04/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | For Sale | $199,000 | -24.9% | $104 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/06/2022 06/06/22 | Sold | $265,000 | -5.3% | $138 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/30/2022 03/30/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/18/2022 03/18/22 | For Sale | $279,900 | -- | $146 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trustee Deed | $220,211 | None Listed On Document | |
| Trustee Deed | $220,211 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Independence Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $45,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $20,000 | -- | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $16,750 | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | $22,300 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $274,540 | VA |
About the Listing Agent
Christy Cj Pace is a Tennessee broker based in Knoxville and the leader of Pace Probity Asset Management. With deep experience in residential listings, distressed properties, foreclosures, short sales, and investment-focused transactions, she brings a disciplined, asset-minded approach to real estate.
Pace Probity Asset Management is built on integrity, expertise, and precision. Whether assisting traditional sellers and buyers or navigating more complex property situations, Christy
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Source: East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
MLS Number: 1338237
APN: 056C-B-023.00
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