Richard C Jackson House, 1850 Georgian style in Loudon, Tennessee - $389k

The original Richard C Jackson House for sale in Loudon, Tennessee. Built in 1850, Georgian style, towering ceilings, solid marble tile, hardwood floors, many updates. $389,900.

Richard C Jackson House 1850 Georgian style Loudon Tennessee - front view

House overview

Absolutely stunning Historic home built in 1850 (The original Richard C Jackson House) sits beautifully on over an acre atop of a corner lot that overlooks downtown Loudon.

Step into your own piece of history as you enter the home from the graceful, Southern style front porch.
The entry is graced by lead glass windows thought to be original.
The hardwood floors gleam throughout as you stroll to the home’s formal parlor room with a gas fireplace.
Relax in the drawing room with its unique built-ins and towering ceilings.
Entertain your guests as you dine on Holiday meals from the home’s expansive formal dining room with lead glass windows.
Enjoy the pleasure of preparing those meals in the home’s well-appointed and updated kitchen.
Home has recently been painted and has a new HVAC system.

Location

This amazing home is rich in character. From the front porch of this Georgian Antebellum home, you can see at least 3 church steeples and can enjoy the sounds of southern gospel hymns and music played by Loudon United Methodist Church each day at lunch and dinner time.

Historic Loudon is a charming little town along the Tennessee River with an easy-to-walk downtown filled with quaint shops, good food, and friendly faces. Whether you’re stopping for ice cream, looking for a special gift, or discovering the area’s deep heritage, Loudon will make you feel welcome and relaxed. The town’s railway runs in front of the home, giving it yet another unique character.

House history

The original Richard C Jackson house was built in 1850 for Mr. Jackson, who was the general manager of the East TN and GA Railroad. During the Civil War, the home became known as the Frank Ramsey Hospital.

Interestingly enough, Mr. Jackson lost the home to Nathaniel Bacon over a bet over the election of Grover Cleveland in the late 1800s. Mr. Bacon gifted the home to his wife in 1909.

Updates and additions

The home has undergone many updates and additions throughout its colorful history.

More recently, the home has had a new HVAC system installed in 2021, and a new water heater in 2022. The home was professionally painted by Daughters Painting Company in 2021. The roof was replaced 12 years ago with quality shingles and leaf guards were added to guttering in 2021.

The kitchen and side hall flooring has been replaced with solid marble tile and the upstairs has a brand new carpet. Handmade sink, hand painted by artist brought back from Sicily, Italy will remain in the home, along with the hand painted light fixture in the laundry room also brought back from Sicily and rewired to American specifications.

The kitchen microwave oven is also a convection oven and opens on either side and a brand new refrigerator was installed in November 2022. The current owner will return matching washer to dryer set and leave for new owners.

The home also features multiple areas for outdoor entertaining.

House details

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Interior area: 2.274 sqft
Lot size: 1.03 Acres
Year built: 1850
Style: Georgian
State: Tennessee
Price: $389,900
Photos and info: Zillow
Contact: Leslie Woodall, Blevins Group, Realty Executives
- Tel: (865) 257-2456
- Tel: (865) 999-4663
- Email: leslie@forsalebyleslie.com
Address: 401 Fort Hill St, Loudon, TN 37774