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159 Morning Pointe Ln, Athens, TN, 37303

2beds
2baths
1,241sqft
$284,900
$230price/sqft
$2,275/moest. monthly cost
$91,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Experience easy, low-maintenance living in this well-maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath home located in one of Athens' desirable 55+ communities. Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, this single-level floor plan features no steps, a spacious living area with a cozy gas fireplace, dedicated laundry room, screened porch, and attached single car garage. Sidewalks in the community make it easy to go visit your neighbor and there is a community bench area to enjoy. This unit stands out with beautiful wood flooring in the living room and primary bedroom, a newer roof, and one of the larger lots available. The private backyard setting is especially unique, featuring landscaped hillside beside and behind the home that creates a peaceful natural backdrop unique in the neighborhood. Enjoy morning coffee or quiet evenings from the screened porch while taking in the added sense of privacy. Ideal for buyers looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort, this home offers easy living with a functional layout, minimal exterior maintenance, and a convenient Athens location close to shopping, medical facilities, dining, and everyday necessities. Selling As Is.

Getting Around

15
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

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5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 2004

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick Veneer,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Breakfast Bar,Entrance Foyer,High Speed Internet,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s),Separate Shower,Tub/shower Combo
  • Window features: Blinds,Vinyl Frames
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas Log,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,241

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,241
  • Total interior livable area: 1,241 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom,Accessible Closets,Accessible Central Living Area,Accessible Doors,Accessible Entrance,Accessible Hallway(s),Grip-Accessible Features

Details

  • Parcel number: 065f A 05318 000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Front Porch,Rear Porch,Porch - Screened,Porch - Covered
  • Exterior features: Rain Gutters

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.32 Acres
  • Features: Front Yard,Landscaped,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 45 x 50.32 x 141.9 x 102

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Off Street,Garage Faces Front
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,440$17,280
Home Insurance $175$2,100
Property Taxes $485$5,820
Electricity $175$2,103
Total$2,275$27,300

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$78,000/yr
40% on housing$68,250/yr
45% on housing$60,666/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.6%
8.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.5%
4.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.6%
2.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$230This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 37303$143
McMinn County$165

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 37303$171
McMinn County$170

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-12Price change$289,900
2026-04-23Price change$299,500
2026-04-11Listed for sale$305,000
2010-09-15Sold$165,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPaula Scarbrough
BrokerageCENTURY 21 Legacy

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