2.45 Acres of Ready-to-Build Land with Utilities and Easement Access This 2.45-acre property located in Newport Tennessee offers unrestricted use and excellent potential for residential or investment purposes. Public water, and sewer are available along with a 3 bedroom septic permit and there is an electric pole already installed on the lot. The lot is located down a private drive and a documented right-of-way easement provides dependable access. For buyers who prefer not to use septic, public sewer service is also available through Newport Utilities. The level, wooded terrain provides privacy and flexibility for a wide range of projects, including mobile homes, barndominium, modular homes, a custom residence, cabins, or a small homestead with workshops and gardens. Conveniently located just five minutes from Interstate 40, this property offers quick access to Newport, Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as shopping, schools, and medical services. Contact us today to lock in your showing
Vacant landProperty Type
2.45 acresLot Size
$35,785Price/Acres
Listed by Abé Baah• Realty Executives Associates
Contact: 8653619190
Bought with Hannah Green• Tennessee Life Real Estate Professionals
2.45 Acres of Ready-to-Build Land with Utilities and Easement Access This 2.45-acre property located in Newport Tennessee offers unrestricted use and excellent potential for residential or investment purposes. Public water, and sewer are available along with a 3 bedroom septic permit and there is an electric pole already installed on the lot. The lot is located down a private drive and a documented right-of-way easement provides dependable access. For buyers who prefer not to use septic, public sewer service is also available through Newport Utilities. The level, wooded terrain provides privacy and flexibility for a wide range of projects, including mobile homes, barndominium, modular homes, a custom residence, cabins, or a small homestead with workshops and gardens. Conveniently located just five minutes from Interstate 40, this property offers quick access to Newport, Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as shopping, schools, and medical services. Contact us today to lock in your showing
GSMAR #304684
Nov 5, 2025
Price Changed
$370,000
Oct 3, 2025
Price Changed
$398,000
Jul 11, 2025
Price Changed
$399,000
Jun 19, 2025
Price Changed
$400,000
May 29, 2025
Price Changed
$409,000
May 2, 2025
Price Changed
$414,500
Apr 24, 2025
Price Changed
$420,000
Mar 24, 2025
Price Changed
$425,000
Jan 31, 2025
Listed
$440,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$698 (−1.4%)
2024
$708 (−4.7%)
2023
$743 (−0.1%)
2022
$744
2021
$744
2020
$744 (−37.4%)
2019
$1,188
2018
$1,188 (−2.4%)
2017
$1,217 (+12.1%)
2016
$1,086 (+3.3%)
2015
$1,051 (−5.0%)
2014
$1,106
Tax history for 1271 Sweetwater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$698 (−1.4%)
2024
$708 (−4.7%)
2023
$743 (−0.1%)
2022
$744
2021
$744
2020
$744 (−37.4%)
2019
$1,188
2018
$1,188 (−2.4%)
2017
$1,217 (+12.1%)
2016
$1,086 (+3.3%)
2015
$1,051 (−5.0%)
2014
$1,106
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7.87 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
1,216
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cocke County
APN
075 04603 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Land Information
Current Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Wooded, Corner Lot, Level, Other
Lot Size Area: 2.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.45
Lot Size Dimensions: 194X631X163X582
Lot Size Source: Survey
Road Surface Type: Other
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $240
Location
Location Information
Directions: Navigate to 1310 Shady Rest Dr, Newport, TN 37821 Get on I-40 E toward Asheville. 0.1 mi Follow I-40 E to TN-73 E/US-321 N in Cocke County. Take exit 440 from I-40 E 14 min (16.1 mi). Merge onto I-40 E 15.9 mi. Take exit 440 for US-321/TN-73 toward Wilton Springs Rd/Gatlinburg, Continue on TN-73 E to your destination 6 min Slight right onto Sweetwater Rd 0.6 mi Turn right onto Shady Rest Drive. Start at the house- GPS TO 1310 SHADY REST DRIVE NEWPORT TN THEN GO RIGHT AT THE 1ST FORK. Walk toward the lot, you will run into a white wire tied to a T posts that runs the length of the property.
Topography: Private,Wooded,Corner Lot,Level,Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,216
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Cocke County
APN: 075 04603 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bridgeport Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
Cocke County Adult High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$84,000 – $101,000
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