225 N Academy St 
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

6 Beds6 Baths5,793 sqft
$1,450,000

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About 225 N Academy St

Step into history with the iconic Childress House, a beautifully preserved 1847 estate just off the square in Murfreesboro. This stunning home, listed on the National Historic Register, blends timeless charm with modern comforts—perfect for homeowners and investors alike. With six bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, this spacious property is uniquely designed with three fully contained, furnished apartments—each featuring a private entrance, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living area—while still offering a grand and elegant living space for an owner-occupant. Recent updates include two new HVAC units, refinished floors, new attic insulation, updated electronic keypad door locks, and security system wiring for modern convenience and efficiency. Whether you’re looking for a single-family conversion or wish to maximize its income-producing potential, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy classic Southern living with inviting front porches, a serene back patio, and multiple outbuildings—all just 45 minutes from Nashville. If you’ve been dreaming of small-town charm with big investment opportunities, the Childress House is a must-see!

Property Details

  • Bedrooms

    6
  • Bathrooms

    6
  • Home Size

    5,793 sqft
  • Lot Size

    0.39 acres
  • Year Built

    1847
  • MLS #

    2793224
  • Heating

    Central
  • Cooling

    Central Air
  • Pool

    No
  • Days on Market

    290

Listed By:  Ryan StephensKeller Williams Realty - Murfreesboro

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Listing Details for 225 N Academy St

Interior Features

Kitchen Information

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range

Cooling Information

  • Type: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Central Air

Bathroom Information

  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedroom Information

  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Dining Room Information

    Bonus Room Information

      Fireplace Information

      • Number of Fireplaces: 8
      • Has fireplace: Yes

      Flooring Information

      • Type: Carpet, Wood, Laminate, Tile

      Heating Information

      • Has Heating: Yes
      • Type: Central

      Interior Features

      • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Foyer, Extra Closets, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, High Speed Internet

      Den Information

        Living Room Information

          Basement Information

          • Basement Features: Other

          Parking / Garage, School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Location Details

          Parking / Garage Information

          • Garage Spaces: 0
          • Covered parking space: 0
          • Has Attached Garage: No
          • Has Carport: No
          • Has Garage: No
          • Total Parking Spaces: 4
          • Parking Features: Gravel, On Street

          Utilities Information

          • Sewer: Public Sewer
          • Water Source: Public

          Waterfront

          • Is Waterfront Property: No

          Senior Community

          • Is in Senior Community: No

          Exterior Features

          Green Energy Features

            Roof Information

            • Type: Metal

            Exterior Features

            • Has Pool: No
            • Patio Features: Patio, Covered, Porch

            Property / Lot Details

            Lot Information

            • Lot Size Source: Calculated from Plat
            • Lot Size (Acres): 0.39
            • Lot Size Dimensions: 109 X 160 M
            • Stories: 2
            • County: Rutherford County, TN
            • Parcel Number: 091M A 02000 R0056027

            Property Information

            • Common Walls (property attached): No
            • Year Built Details: 1847
            • Possession: Close Of Escrow
            • Annual Tax Amount: $4,523
            • Number of Levels: Three Or More
            • New Construction: No
            • Original List Price:: $1,450,000
            • Property Sub-type: Single Family Residence

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            225 N Academy St is a Single Family Residence in the neighborhood None on a 0.39 acres lot in the Murfreesboro, TN 37130 in Rutherford County, TN. 225 N Academy St was built in year 1847 and features 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms with a total square footage of 5793. 225 N Academy St has been on the market for 290 days and the most recent list price for this house is $1,450,000 which is lower than the average list price of amongst similar listings in Murfreesboro. There are 19 other homes for sale in the vicinity of 225 N Academy St; 205 S Highland Ave, 453 Forrest St and 725 N Highland Ave. The elementary school near 225 N Academy St is Mitchell-Neilson Elementary, for Middle school, Siegel Middle School and High School it's Blackman High School. The MLS ID for 225 N Academy St is RTC2793224. .