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5 Updated Tennessee and Kentucky Homes with Easy Living Appeal

By Awais Manzoor

1 min read

Move-in-ready living designed to feel both easy and connected to the outdoors. Open floor plans anchored by great rooms set a relaxed tone, while gas log fireplaces add a focal point in select homes. Screened rooms, sunrooms, decks, patios, and “summer living” settings extend daily life beyond the walls. Updates range from a complete 2025 rancher refresh to a one-level Nashville apartment with new finishes and appliances.

254 St George Drive | $345,000

254 St. George Drive, Fairfield Glade, TN 38558
254 St. George Drive, Fairfield Glade, TN 38558
shirleyking
LISTING AGENT:
Shirley King

Along the water’s edge in Fairfield Glade, 254 St. George Drive welcomes you with great curb appeal and an easy, open-concept flow designed for everyday comfort. The large great room centers on a gas log fireplace—an inviting focal point for quiet evenings or casual gatherings. In the kitchen, a breakfast area is brightened by a bay window, creating a natural spot to start the day with coffee and conversation. Just beyond, a screen room extends the living space and leads out to an open deck, offering a simple rhythm of indoor-outdoor living. Practical details are thoughtfully covered with an oversized garage, and the washer and dryer are included for added convenience. It’s a home that encourages unhurried mornings and relaxed nights.

Price:
$345,000
Size:
1,657 sq ft
Contact:
Shirley King, Atlas Real Estate, 931.210.0635

7310 Wood Rock Road | $344,900

7310 Wood Rock Road, Louisville, KY 40291
7310 Wood Rock Road, Louisville, KY 40291
angiepryor
LISTING AGENT:
Angie Shaw Pryor

Clean lines define this updated Louisville residence, set on a quiet cul-de-sac beside a wooded lot. Inside, modern updates pair with spacious living areas designed for an easy daily rhythm—room to gather, unwind, and spread out without feeling confined. The four-bedroom layout keeps flexibility in mind, whether you’re carving out space for work, guests, or hobbies. Outdoors, the setting becomes part of the experience: “stunning outdoor spaces” create a natural extension of the interior and invite long, unhurried summer days, with the wooded edge adding a welcome sense of privacy and calm. Tucked into Louisville’s 40291 area, the home balances a peaceful backdrop with the familiarity of an established neighborhood feel, setting the stage for relaxed evenings and open-air weekends.

Price:
$344,900
Size:
2,681 sq ft
Contact:
Angie Shaw Pryor, Rick Shaw REALTORS, 502.821.0101

33 Golf Club Crossover | $320,000

33 Golf Club Crossover, Crossville, TN 38571
33 Golf Club Crossover, Crossville, TN 38571
shirleyking
LISTING AGENT:
Shirley King

On a residential street in Crossville, Woodgate Townhomes offers maintenance-free, one-level living designed for an easy daily rhythm. Inside, an open floor plan keeps the main spaces connected, anchored by a natural gas log fireplace in the great room for evenings spent close to the warmth. The kitchen centers around a simple, sociable breakfast bar—ideal for casual meals, morning coffee, or catching up while dinner comes together. Just beyond, a sunroom adds a light-filled place to read, work, or unwind as the day shifts. Out back, a small patio area extends the living space outdoors for quiet moments and fresh air. Altogether, it’s a straightforward layout that favors comfort, flow, and low-maintenance living.

Price:
$320,000
Size:
1,832 sq ft
Contact:
Shirley King, Atlas Real Estate, 931.210.0635

1920 Wheeler St | $264,900

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1920 Wheeler St, Knoxville, TN 37917
dewaynechris
LISTING AGENT:
Listing agents: Dewayne Whitt & Chris Whitt

On Wheeler Street in Knoxville, this 2025-updated rancher pairs a classic, easygoing footprint with crisp new finishes throughout. The spacious kitchen has been fully refreshed and outfitted with stainless steel appliances—including a refrigerator, dishwasher, range/oven, and microwave—creating a clean, functional hub for everyday meals. Refinished hardwood floors bring warmth to the main living areas, while new tile in all wet areas keeps the look cohesive and practical. Both baths have been updated, with one full bath and one half bath, and the interior is further elevated by updated light fixtures, new doors, and detailed trim work with crown molding throughout. Central HVAC supports year-round comfort, and the location sits just seven minutes from downtown Knoxville and the UT Campus—ideal for keeping city life close at hand.

Price:
$264,900
Size:
1,058 sq ft
Contact:
Dewayne Whitt & Chris Whitt, Keller Williams Realty, 865.599.8898 , 865.599.8081

214 Old Hickory Blvd Apt 177 | $249,900

214 Old Hickory Blvd Apt 177, Nashville, TN
214 Old Hickory Blvd Apt 177, Nashville, TN
kaydaughrity
LISTING AGENT:
Kay Daughrity

From its setting amid rolling hills and natural beauty, this one-bedroom offers an easy, move-in-ready lifestyle with city convenience close at hand. The interior has been refreshed with new LVP flooring and fresh paint, creating a clean, cohesive feel from room to room. An updated kitchen anchors daily routines with new appliances and updated lighting, suited to quick weeknight dinners or a slower weekend morning at home. Everything is arranged on one level, keeping life simple and accessible. Practical touches are already in place, including a washer and dryer. When it’s time to head out, the location keeps Nashville within reach—about 15 minutes to downtown and 10 minutes to West Nashville—so commuting, dining, and entertainment fit naturally into the rhythm of the week.

Price:
$249,900
Size:
1,147 sq ft
Contact:
Kay Daughrity, RE/MAX Encore, 931.698.5125