This Rugged Log Cabin, 20 minutes from Chattanooga, enjoys Scenic Views, Mountain Views and Country Living. The MASSIVE Open Great Room features 26 foot solid cedar walls and various BEAUTIFUL rare wood walls throughout the home with 12x12 posts and 4x4 framing. To say the cabin is sturdy, would be an understatement; craftsmanship that MUST be seen to be fully appreciated. The Master is on the Main Level and you can soak your cares away in the antique cast iron tub in the Master Bathroom. EXSPANSIVE wraparound porch, well situated away from neighboring homes. Primary Home OR Weekend Getaway ... this 3 story, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is MOVE-IN READY. Please note, there is no garage or other structures on the lot; however, there is room on this 1.85 acre lot for these improvements. Property to be sold ''as-is''. ***3 ADDITIONAL LOTS FOR SALE, PLEASE ASK LISTING AGENT FOR MORE INFORMATION***
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
1.85 acresLot Size
$176Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Cassie Hollis• The James Company Real Estate Brokers and Devel.
Bought with Doug Lawrence• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices J Douglas Prop.
This Rugged Log Cabin, 20 minutes from Chattanooga, enjoys Scenic Views, Mountain Views and Country Living. The MASSIVE Open Great Room features 26 foot solid cedar walls and various BEAUTIFUL rare wood walls throughout the home with 12x12 posts and 4x4 framing. To say the cabin is sturdy, would be an understatement; craftsmanship that MUST be seen to be fully appreciated. The Master is on the Main Level and you can soak your cares away in the antique cast iron tub in the Master Bathroom. EXSPANSIVE wraparound porch, well situated away from neighboring homes. Primary Home OR Weekend Getaway . .. this 3 story, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is MOVE-IN READY. Please note, there is no garage or other structures on the lot; however, there is room on this 1.85 acre lot for these improvements. Property to be sold ''as-is''. * * * 3 ADDITIONAL LOTS FOR SALE, PLEASE ASK LISTING AGENT FOR MORE INFORMATION * * *
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,653
2024
$1,653
2023
$1,653
2022
$1,653
2021
$1,653 (−6.3%)
2020
$1,764
2019
$1,764
2018
$1,764 (+1,407.7%)
2017
$117
2016
$117 (−0.8%)
2015
$118
2014
$118
Tax history for 500 Big Fork Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,653
2024
$1,653
2023
$1,653
2022
$1,653
2021
$1,653 (−6.3%)
2020
$1,764
2019
$1,764
2018
$1,764 (+1,407.7%)
2017
$117
2016
$117 (−0.8%)
2015
$118
2014
$118
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
161 ft.
Lot depth
448 ft.
Lot size
1.66 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,097
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
051 01325 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Features: Double Vanity
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Range
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 1.85
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.85
Lot Size Dimensions: 161X448
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,764
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Whitwell Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Whitwell Middle School
High School: Whitwell High School
Location Information
Directions: US-27 North, Exit to Signal Mountain Road, Left on Suck Creek Road, Right on Big Fork Road, Home will be on the Right.
Topography: Level,Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,097
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Marion County
APN: 051 01325 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 3208
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 3208
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Whitwell Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 5.3mi
6/10
Whitwell Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
Whitwell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 100° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% 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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Chattanooga, TN • 37405
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$537,000 – $650,000
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