About 257 Hayes Dr
Peaceful, scenic living with modern convenience in Dayton! This beautifully maintained all-brick 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in the heart of Dayton offers the perfect blend of small-town charm with a warm, inviting and thoughtfully designed living space — ideal for multi-generational families, remote workers, or anyone seeking more room to breathe. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home features hardwood floors throughout the main level, a spacious living area, a gourmet kitchen, and three bedrooms upstairs. Downstairs, enjoy a fully finished in-law suite with its own private entrance, 2 additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a generous living space — perfect for teens or extended family members. Outdoors this home truly shines. Relax and enjoy the fresh air from multiple covered decks overlooking the rolling hills and adjacent woodlands. There is ample space for your BBQ area with stairs leading down to your private garden. Love to work with your hands or need extra storage? The large attached workshop is ready for hobbies, projects, or even a home business. Additionally there is a 2-car garage with storage space that leads to the kitchen. Dayton is a friendly, growing community surrounded by natural beauty — just minutes from Chickamauga Lake, hiking trails, and about 45 minutes to Chattanooga.
Features of 257 Hayes Dr
| MLS® # | 3012984 | 
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| Price | $659,000 | 
| Bedrooms | 5 | 
| Bathrooms | 3.50 | 
| Full Baths | 3 | 
| Half Baths | 1 | 
| Square Footage | 4,182 | 
| Acres | 1.43 | 
| Year Built | 2001 | 
| Type | Residential | 
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence | 
| Style | Traditional | 
| Status | Active | 
Community Information
| Address | 257 Hayes Dr | 
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| Subdivision | H E Hayes Subd | 
| City | Dayton | 
| County | Rhea County, TN | 
| State | TN | 
| Zip Code | 37321 | 
Amenities
| Utilities | Water Available, Cable Connected | 
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 | 
| # of Garages | 2 | 
| Garages | Garage Faces Front | 
| Is Waterfront | No | 
| Has Pool | No | 
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet | 
|---|---|
| Appliances | Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator | 
| Heating | Central | 
| Cooling | Central Air | 
| Fireplace | Yes | 
| # of Fireplaces | 3 | 
| # of Stories | 3 | 
Exterior
| Lot Description | Rolling Slope | 
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| Roof | Asphalt | 
| Construction | Brick | 
School Information
| Elementary | Dayton City Elementary | 
|---|---|
| Middle | Rhea Middle School | 
| High | Rhea County High School | 
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 7th, 2025 | 
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| Days on Market | 27 | 
| Foreclosure | No | 
| Short Sale | No | 
Listing Details
| Office | Compass Tennessee, LLC | 
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