Stunning Watauga Lake Residence. Offers breathtaking views of Watauga Lake, including panoramic views of the lake and mountains. Conveniently located near fishing spots and multiple marinas. Private and secluded country setting. Abundant wildlife. Lush flowers and trees. 3/3 with a one finished room in full basement, ideal for finishing and extra space. Suitable for Airbnb, with no restrictions. Includes a second lot. Updated kitchen and baths, new paint, new HVAC, and new paint inside and outside. New Roof, Garden area, an abundance of flowers and trees. Wrap around deck/porch Overlooks Watauga Lake, Private Country Setting 'abundance of wildlife. Near multiple Marinas. Mountain and Lake Views. 081 067.03 & 081O C 015.00 Information Herein Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$226Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by lakehomes Short-Taylor• Lake Homes Realty Smithville
Bought with lakehomes Short-Taylor• Lake Homes Realty Smithville
Stunning Watauga Lake Residence. Offers breathtaking views of Watauga Lake, including panoramic views of the lake and mountains. Conveniently located near fishing spots and multiple marinas. Private and secluded country setting. Abundant wildlife. Lush flowers and trees. 3/3 full basement, ideal for finishing and extra space. Suitable for Airbnb, with no restrictions. Includes a second lot. Updated kitchen and baths, new paint, new HVAC, and new paint inside and outside. New Roof, Garden area, an abundance of flowers and trees. Wrap around deck/porch
TVRMLS #9941673
Nov 23, 2022
Sold
$250,000
$143/sq ft
Aug 3, 2022
Listed
$265,000
$151/sq ft
+13
Owner says sell! Very motivated!! Spacious home with Watauga Lake views. This home features wood floors. Large eat in kitchen with island. Deck wraps around 3 sides of the home front is under roof. This home could be a year around home or a wonderful vacation rental. Basement could be finished and made into income property. Basement is currently being used for living space. There is the beginning of a bathroom in basement which already has a usable toilet in place. You could actually have 2 vacation rentals if you wanted to use main floor as 1 and basement as another. Sits on large lot mostly cleared, trees around perimeter for privacy. Home also includes extra lot for added privacy. Lot is 138.5x248.25 parcel #081 067.03. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110
2024
$110
2023
$110 (+22.2%)
2022
$90
2021
$90 (−11.8%)
2020
$102
2019
$102
2018
$102
2017
$102
2016
$102 (+13.3%)
2015
$90
2014
$90
Tax history for 261 Rainbolt St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110
2024
$110
2023
$110 (+22.2%)
2022
$90
2021
$90 (−11.8%)
2020
$102
2019
$102
2018
$102
2017
$102
2016
$102 (+13.3%)
2015
$90
2014
$90
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
106 ft.
Lot depth
198 ft.
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Johnson County
APN
081O C 01500 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
Interior Features
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Pantry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Electric Range, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Basement
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch, Wrap Around
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Building Information
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Stone, Other
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Security System Leased, Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Cleared, Level, Part Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.5 ACRE
Lot Size Area: 1.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.5
Zoning: R
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Landscaping
Schools Information
Elementary School: Doe
Middle Or Junior School: Johnson Co
High School: Johnson Co
Location Information
Directions: From Butler Trading Post, Hwy 67 heads south .1 mile, turn right onto Rainbolt, .2 miles to 261 Rainbolt. Sign
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Johnson County
APN: 081O C 01500 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
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Schools
Doe Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 8.9mi
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Johnson County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 15.8mi
5/10
Johnson County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 15.8mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 95° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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