For sale

$1,100,000

Est. $6,080/mo —

•

2,598

sq ft

309 County Road 197, Athens, TN 37303

About this home

Discover the perfect blend of privacy, acreage, and modern comfort with this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on 31.41 scenic acres...while still being less than 5 minutes from town!! This 2,598 sq ft home features custom updates throughout, self-cleaning toilets, a spacious 3-car attached garage, and a covered porch perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property includes springs, creeks, and fencing on three sides, offering endless possibilities for recreation or livestock. An old dairy barn adds incredible potential for renovation or income-producing opportunities. AWD or 4WD is recommended for access up the driveway.

Single-familyProperty Type

2023Year Built

31.41 acresLot Size

$423Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Darren Miller • eXp Realty, LLC

Listing updated: Aug 17, 2026 at 09:30am

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3301804

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$6,080 per month

Principal and interest$5,781

Property taxes

$98

HOA dues

Home insurance

$202

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

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E K Baker Elementary School

Public PreK-8 • 3.2mi

5/10

McMinn County High School

Public 9-12 • 1.8mi

5/10

North City Elementary School

Public 3-5 • 1.0mi

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

309 County Road 197 · $1,100,000

Strong offer

$1.09M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $1.09M+ is a strong offer

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $156,659. (86% lower than this home)

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Ceiling fans
Walk-in closets
Gas fireplace

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms

Bathrooms
2 full baths
1 half bath

Kitchen
Cooktop
Gas range
Dishwasher

Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Additional cooling: Other

Sale and tax history for 309 County Road 197

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3301804

Aug 17, 2026

Price Changed

$1,100,000

$423/sq ft

May 14, 2026

Listed

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

GCAR #1534726

Aug 17, 2026

Price Changed

$1,100,000

$423/sq ft

May 15, 2026

Listed

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

May 14, 2026

Coming Soon

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

+68

Discover the perfect blend of privacy, acreage, and modern comfort with this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on 31.41 scenic acres. .. while still being less than 5 minutes from town!! This 2,598 sq ft home features custom updates throughout, self-cleaning toilets, a spacious 3-car attached garage, and a covered porch perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property includes springs, creeks, and fencing on three sides, offering endless possibilities for recreation or livestock. An old dairy barn adds incredible potential for renovation or income-producing opportunities. AWD or 4WD is recommended for access up the driveway.

Knoxville MLS #1340851

Aug 17, 2026

Price Changed

$1,100,000

$423/sq ft

May 15, 2026

Listed

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

May 14, 2026

Coming Soon

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

+55

RCAOR #20262542

May 14, 2026

Listed

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

May 14, 2026

Coming Soon

$1,150,000

$443/sq ft

REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3271609

Jan 21, 2021

Sold

$410,000

$158/sq ft

Dec 22, 2020

Listed

$436,000

$168/sq ft

Knoxville MLS #1118517

Jan 21, 2021

Sold

$410,000

$158/sq ft

May 31, 2020

Listed

$436,000

$168/sq ft

RCAOR #20181279

Jan 21, 2021

Sold

$410,000

$158/sq ft

Mar 5, 2018

Listed

$436,000

$168/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 14, 2010

Sold

$4,417,974

$1,701/sq ft

Public Records

May 2, 2007

Sold

$588,000

$226/sq ft

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

138.2 Acres

Year renovated

1976

Finished Sq. Ft.

966

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

Total Sq. Ft.

966

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

McMinn County

APN

04722600000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 17, 2023.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Athens, TN • 37303

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.8 hrs

6.3 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 309 County Road 197

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $240,000 and $630,000.

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $240K to $630K.

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$274/sq ft
smaller lot
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SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$339,825 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths2,223 sq ft
1622 Velma Rd, Athens, TN 37303
$270/sq ft
smaller lot
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SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$630,000 Last sold price
3 beds3 baths2,512 sq ft
106 County Road 2600, Athens, TN 37303
$172/sq ft
smaller lot
3 years newer
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$240,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,269 sq ft
208 Million, Athens, TN 37303
$234/sq ft
smaller lot
62 years older
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$375,000 Last sold price
5 beds3.5 baths2,618 sq ft
111 Lindsell Rd, Athens, TN 37303
$280/sq ft
smaller lot
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$365,000 Last sold price
3 beds2.5 baths1,792 sq ft
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$219/sq ft
smaller lot
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