Beautifully Renovated Historic Home in Downtown Dayton, TN!! Welcome to 280 Main St, a stunning blend of historic charm and modern living! This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers an open layout on the main floor, seamlessly connecting the living room, kitchen, and dining area. The gourmet kitchen features elegant quartz countertops, a convenient coffee bar, and all appliances that are less than 5 years old, along with a spacious walk-in pantry. Retreat to the luxurious primary suite, complete with its own cozy fireplace and an ensuite bath boasting a double vanity and an oversized tiled shower. A charming office with an additional fireplace sits nearby, perfect for remote work or curling up with a good book. Guests will appreciate the main floor bathroom showcasing a stunning clawfoot tub and a large laundry room for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms, two with original hardwood floors, and an updated full bath featuring a modern walk-in shower. Ample storage is available throughout the upper level. Recent updates include modern plumbing and electrical systems, along with 4 energy-efficient mini splits and a cozy gas fireplace in the living room. This home preserves its historic allure with original tongue-and-groove walls and ceilings, century-old mantel fireplaces, beautiful beams, and refinished hardwood floors from 1913, all while offering contemporary comforts. Enjoy your morning coffee on the spacious front porch overlooking a gorgeous dogwood tree and relax in the backyard under two majestic 100-year-old pecan trees that yield a harvest every other year. Situated in the heart of downtown Dayton, this home is conveniently located near walking trails, pickleball courts, shopping, and dining. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of history with modern updates!
For sale
$489,000
280 Main St, Dayton, TN 37321
4beds
2,792sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$471,400 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Century-old mantel fireplacesLarge laundry roomGourmet kitchenSpacious walk-in pantryBeautiful beamsConvenient coffee barElegant quartz countertops
- 50 days |
- 378 |
- 11 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Anneke Wilkey 423-580-7794,
Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty 423-775-4044
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1532223
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Cooling
- Ductless
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,792
- Total interior livable area: 2,792 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,792
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 089l F 007.00
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gardenhire Addn
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dayton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $316,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,731
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$471,400
$448,000 - $495,000
$2,414/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000$175/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Contingent | $489,000$175/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $489,000$175/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000+1.9%$175/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $480,000-3.8%$172/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000+315.8%$179/sqft |
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| 7/28/2020 | Sold | $120,000-22.5%$43/sqft |
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| 1/1/2020 | Listing removed | $154,900$55/sqft |
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| 10/18/2019 | Price change | $154,900-5.8%$55/sqft |
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| 7/8/2019 | Price change | $164,500-5.9%$59/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Price change | $174,900-2.8%$63/sqft |
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| 5/30/2019 | Listed for sale | $179,900$64/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,731 +16.9% | $79,100 |
| 2024 | $1,481 +5.4% | $79,100 +73.7% |
| 2023 | $1,405 +8.8% | $45,550 |
| 2022 | $1,291 | $45,550 |
| 2021 | $1,291 +49.2% | $45,550 +49.2% |
| 2020 | $865 -36.3% | $30,525 -0.9% |
| 2019 | $1,358 +15.5% | $30,800 -25.7% |
| 2018 | $1,175 +0% | $41,440 |
| 2017 | $1,175 +6.8% | $41,440 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $1,100 | $41,000 |
| 2015 | $1,100 +27.9% | $41,000 |
| 2014 | $860 | $41,000 |
| 2013 | $860 -10.7% | $41,000 -5.5% |
| 2011 | $963 | $43,400 |
| 2010 | $963 | $43,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $43,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $43,400 +16.3% |
| 2007 | $914 +2.4% | $37,320 +2.4% |
| 2006 | $893 | $36,440 |
| 2005 | $893 -5% | $36,440 |
| 2004 | $940 +22.6% | $36,440 +22.6% |
| 2003 | $767 | $29,720 +0% |
| 2001 | -- | $29,718 -59.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $73,631 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37321
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Dayton City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dayton Elementary & Middle
- Middle: Dayton City Middle
- High: Rhea County High School
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