46± Acres, Zoned RP-3, Development-Ready, Homestead Potential, Mountain Views Rare opportunity to own 46± acres inside Johnson City city limits -- where panoramic mountain views, rich natural features, and significant development groundwork converge on a single property. Whether you're a developer ready to build or a buyer dreaming of a private mountain homestead, this land delivers both the infrastructure and the character. Approximately 30 acres of open, gently rolling farmland - previously used for hay production - sits ready for development or agricultural use. The remaining 16± acres rise into two wooded mountain ridges with a dirt road accessing the high ground, where breathtaking panoramic views of Buffalo Mountain and Holston Mountain await. Old-growth black walnut, oak, and tulip poplar blanket the back of the property - the timber alone carries significant value and would be worth a professional assessment prior to any land clearing. White-tail deer and wild turkey frequent the land regularly, making the upper acreage a serious hunting retreat minutes from city amenities. A barn with original-character wood framing sits on the property - likely a teardown, but the salvageable timber is exceptional quality and potentially quite valuable. A functioning spring house of similar vintage features stone stairs descending to a still-flowing spring - a rare, working piece of Appalachian history. This property is rezoned RP-3 (Planned Residential District), allowing a minimum lot size of 4,000 sqft and up to 8.5 units per acre across the buildable acreage. Preliminary work already completed includes: - City water and electric available at Watauga Road - City sewer runs through the property (following the stream corridor) - 100 feet of road frontage on Watauga Road - Recent survey completed - Construction General Permit issued (TDEC) - Approved Hydraulic Determination of Water Resources (TDEC) - Stream study and traffic study both completed - Engineered site plans available - may be conveyed to a buyer wishing to continue the existing concept Five minutes to Johnson City Country Club. Ten minutes to Ballad Health medical facilities, VA Medical Center, downtown Johnson City dining, and shopping. The property sits on the east side of Johnson City with easy access to the Tri-Cities corridor - yet feels a world away once you're on the land. Engineered site plans and concept development documents available upon request. Utility easement present for powerlines traversing property. Road access to upper mountain acreage backs to Washington County Utility District property. Recommend downloading a hunting app like OnX or LandID to walk property as not all boundaries are marked. Listing agent is also the seller. Text to schedule your showing! Gate is locked and will need code to enter. Buyer or buyer's agent to verify all information.
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Last updated by owner on Apr 22, 2026.
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Agricultural District
This district is intended to provide space for agricultural and similar rural uses and activities. A second intent is to conserve the city's active farms, agricultural lands, and other rural areas until urban development occurs and the appropriate zoning changes are made.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
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Bed & breakfast
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Golf related
Marina
Cemetery
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in Johnson City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 814 Frank Jones Rd
$469,730
$45K under list price of $515K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $228K to $468K.