Private Ranch Home on 8 Acres - Minutes from Knoxville & the Smokies Discover peaceful country living with unbeatable convenience in this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home, perfectly situated just 20 minutes from downtown Knoxville and 30 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains. Nestled on 8 beautiful acres, this property offers the space, privacy, and potential to make it truly your own. Step inside to a spacious open-concept layout featuring a cozy fireplace -- ideal for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. The guest bathroom has been completely renovated, and while the rest of the home could use a little TLC, the groundwork has already been laid for the next owners to add their personal touch. Major improvements include: *Leaf Guard gutter system installed * HVAC recently serviced, air ducts cleaned, and ductwork replaced in the crawlspace * New water line from the street to the home Outside, you'll love the metal carport, perfect for protecting your vehicles, plus an outbuilding for additional storage. Whether you're dreaming of a homestead, a weekend getaway, or a forever home, this property offers endless possibilities in a truly desirable location. Don't miss this rare opportunity -- schedule your private showing today and envision the lifestyle you've been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
8.03 acresLot Size
$201Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Niki Horner• ReMax Preferred Properties, In
Est. $1,788 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1520 Hightop Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Knoxville MLS #1312915
Oct 21, 2026
Sold
$315,000
$201/sq ft
Apr 30, 2026
Price Changed
$469,900
$300/sq ft
Aug 21, 2025
Listed
$479,900
$306/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$795
2024
$795
2023
$795
2022
$795 (−21.4%)
2021
$1,011
2020
$1,011
2019
$1,011
2018
$1,011
2017
$1,011 (+4.2%)
2016
$970
2015
$970
2014
$970
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.03 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,568
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
073 234
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
FireplaceYN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning
Interior Features
Rooms Total: 6
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Exterior
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Storage
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Block, Frame
Property Information
Property Attached YN: No
Building Area Total: 1,568
Building Area Source: Tax Records
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 8.03
Lot Size Square Feet: 349,786.8
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Private, Wooded, Level, Rolling Slope
View: Country Setting, Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
City Taxes: $795.26
County Taxes: $795.26
Total Tax: $795.26
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Central, Electric
Cooling YN: Yes
Cooling: Central Cooling
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Carter
Middle Or Junior School: Carter
High School: Carter
Location Information
Directions: Take 40E to Strawberry Plains Pike exit, left on Strawberry Plains Pike, Right on Wooddale Church Rd., to Rt on McMIllan Dr, left on Hightop Rd, property is on the left. Sign on property.