For the first time in over 100 years, the all-brick estate that once housed the Paalzow Farr family is on the market.
While you might have driven by the home on Browntown Road, we’re taking you on a tour through its walls + the history they hold.
The Paalzows
The story of the estate begins with two brothers, both named Hunt, who built the home in 1920 — but the land itself has more history to offer. Before the property was owned by the Hunts, a farmhouse + vineyard run by a German immigrant resided on the site.
In 1930, John Paalzow and his wife bought the estate, quickly turning it into a home for generations to come. They worked to brick the exterior, add the portico and columns, and expand to have an attached kitchen and second-floor bedroom.
John Paalzow also purchased + ran the James Building downtown — the building stayed within the family until 1979.
Fast forward to 1987, John Paalzow Farr (grandson to John Paalzow) and his wife Delores took ownership of the home. Farr grew up in Red Bank and went on to serve 30 years in the US Army, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Farr died in 2019, and was honored by a resolution for his efforts in the Chattanooga community — from being an educator and starting Red Bank High School’s wrestling program to being inducted into several athletic Hall of Fames.
The estate
- 4 bedrooms
- 2.5 baths
- Property size: 4,640 sqft, 24 acres
Now that you know the rich history of this multi-million dollar property, let’s get into the features we love most. With high ceilings, the entry level offers open spaces with plenty of natural light, perfect for hosting.
Some of the more unique features include a guest cottage, breakfast room, and our favorites: a single-lane bowling alley + library room with a fireplace. There’s also an elevator that can service all levels of the home.
Want to tour yourself? Contact the listing agents, Thomas Malerbi + Chip Ellis.
