Surround yourself with Smokies history at this cozy cabin built of antique logs salvaged from settler cabins in the National Park. An ideal vacation home or primary residence, it is nestled into the hillside of a peninsula lot in a neighborhood with zoning that does not allow nightly rentals (30+ day rentals are allowed), so your peace & quiet is protected! The great room has a rustic stack-stone wood burning fireplace with traditional hearth and hand-hewn mantle, hardwood floors, a T&G plank ceiling, and a corner kitchen with white cabinets. The bedroom is spacious enough to hold a king bed on storage pedestal and a full bedroom set plus armoire without crowding. Behind the bedroom is a room that previously was the "jacuzzi room" but has now been reconfigured as sleeping space including a closet. A short hallway leads from the bedrooms back to the great room, with a bathroom with step-in shower on the left and a laundry room with full-size machines on the right. In back is a screened porch with swing & rockers for enjoying the view of Mt. LeConte, while in front the stone patio is a great space for entertaining. There is also a storage shed for your outdoor toys and stairs leading to the fenced yard your dog(s) will love it! There are numerous recent updates, including a new metal roof, fencing, stairs, HVAC, electrical service, and more. The lot is almost a half-acre, with mature trees, native rhododendron, and a detatched 2-car garage. Located near the Glades just 5 minutes off the East Parkway, the property enjoys city utilities as well as easy access to all our area has to offer ... request a showing now, don't miss your chance to own a piece of Smokies history!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$357Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jon Dempersmier• Century 21 Legacy
Contact: 8656548617
Bought with Betty Rivera• Prime Mountain Properties
Surround yourself with Smokies history at this cozy cabin built of antique logs salvaged from settler cabins in the National Park. An ideal vacation home or primary residence, it is nestled into the hillside of a peninsula lot in a neighborhood with zoning that does not allow nightly rentals (30+ day rentals are allowed), so your peace & quiet is protected! The great room has a rustic stack-stone wood burning fireplace with traditional hearth and hand-hewn mantle, hardwood floors, a T&G plank ceiling, and a corner kitchen with white cabinets. The bedroom is spacious enough to hold a king bed on storage pedestal and a full bedroom set plus armoire without crowding. Behind the bedroom is a room that previously was the ''jacuzzi room'' but has now been reconfigured as sleeping space including a closet. A short hallway leads from the bedrooms back to the great room, with a bathroom with step-in shower on the left and a laundry room with full-size machines on the right. In back is a screened porch with swing & rockers for enjoying the view of Mt. LeConte, while in front the stone patio is a great space for entertaining. There is also a storage shed for your outdoor toys and stairs leading to the fenced yard ... your dog(s) will love it! There are numerous recent updates, including a new metal roof, fencing, stairs, HVAC, electrical service, and more. The lot is almost a half-acre, with mature trees, native rhododendron, and a detatched 2-car garage. Located near the Glades just 5 minutes off the East Parkway, the property enjoys city utilities as well as easy access to all our area has to offer ... request a showing now, don't miss your chance to own a piece of Smokies history!
REALTRACS #3287105
Jul 20, 2022
Sold
$268,000
$295/sq ft
Jun 14, 2022
Listed
$300,000
$331/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1194085
Jul 20, 2022
Sold
$268,000
$295/sq ft
Jun 15, 2022
Contingent
—
Jun 3, 2022
Listed
$300,000
$331/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1182502
Jun 4, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Jun 3, 2022
Price Changed
$300,000
$331/sq ft
May 19, 2022
Price Changed
$325,000
$358/sq ft
Apr 28, 2022
Price Changed
$350,000
$386/sq ft
Mar 31, 2022
Contingent
—
Mar 3, 2022
Listed
$399,900
$441/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #697293
Jun 15, 2010
Sold
$90,000
$99/sq ft
Jan 14, 2010
Listed
$109,900
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 1987
Sold
$37,500
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$663
2024
$663 (−0.2%)
2023
$664
2022
$664
2021
$664 (+33.9%)
2020
$496
2019
$496
2018
$496
2017
$496
2016
$496 (−8.7%)
2015
$543 (+13.8%)
2014
$477
Tax history for 551 Bruce Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$663
2024
$663 (−0.2%)
2023
$664
2022
$664
2021
$664 (+33.9%)
2020
$496
2019
$496
2018
$496
2017
$496
2016
$496 (−8.7%)
2015
$543 (+13.8%)
2014
$477
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
907
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sevier County
APN
117N C 00800 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space, None
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 907
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Agent Measured
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Agent Measured
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $664
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Water Available, Cable Connected
Location
Location Information
Directions: From East Parkway (US 321) in Gatlinburg take Bruce Rd (next to McDonalds) 0.4 m to R on King Dr, 0.1 m to L on Bruce Rd, turn R onto private drive in curve & follow 551 signs.
Topography: Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 907
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Sevier County
APN: 117N C 00800 000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 907
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Agent Measured
Building Area Total: 907
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Agent Measured
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Pi Beta Phi Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
Pigeon Forge Middle School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 8.2mi
4/10
Gatlinburg Pittman High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$308,000 – $373,000
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