Beautiful mini-farm with 5.49 acres of gently rolling pasture. Located within Newport's city limits, and a short drive to I-40. The main level living area features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master suite includes two vanities, walk-in closets, a soaking tub, and a step-in shower. There is 1400 sq ft of finished living space on the main level and 1200 sq ft of heated and cooled partially finished space in the basement providing potential for additional bedrooms or living spaces, plus a 1-car down-garage and covered front porch. Additionally, a large pole barn on the property is equipped with electricity and water. This property offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience, with easy access to the interstate less than 5 minutes away. Bedroom curtains do not convey. Some photos were captured by drone.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
5.49 acresLot Size
$181Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Becca Pinkerton• RE/Max First
Contact: 8653339300
Bought with Non Member Non Member• Non-Member Office
Check out this rolling 5.5 acre property inside the city limits of Newport! A full barn with electricity and water is included. This home is only 8 years old and a total of 2800 sq ft. The main level is 1400 sq ft finished with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. His and hers walk in closets in the master and large closets in the other 2 bedrooms. There is an unfinished basement the full length of the home with plenty of potential for extra bedrooms or living spaces along with a 1 car drive under garage. Enjoy your land privacy while also only being less than 5 minutes from the interstate to get anywhere you need to go!
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3052665
Dec 1, 2025
Listed
$400,000
$154/sq ft
May 24, 2024
Sold
$400,000
$154/sq ft
GSMAR #300548
May 24, 2024
Sold
$400,000
$154/sq ft
Apr 25, 2024
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2024
Listed
$400,000
$154/sq ft
+22
Beautiful mini-farm with 5.49 acres of gently rolling pasture. Located within Newport's city limits, and a short drive to I-40. The main level living area features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master suite includes two vanities, walk-in closets, a soaking tub, and a step-in shower. There is 1400 sq ft of finished living space on the main level and 1200 sq ft of heated and cooled partially finished space in the basement providing potential for additional bedrooms or living space, plus a 1-car down-garage and covered front porch. Additionally, a large pole barn on the property is equipped with electricity and water. This property offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience, with easy access to the interstate less than 5 minutes away. * * Bedroom curtains do NOT convey. Some photos were captured by drone.
Knoxville MLS #1260105
May 24, 2024
Sold
$400,000
$154/sq ft
Apr 25, 2024
Contingent
—
Apr 21, 2024
Listed
$400,000
$154/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3273402
Apr 7, 2023
Sold
$357,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 19, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$135/sq ft
GSMAR #255788
Apr 7, 2023
Sold
$357,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 20, 2023
Pending
—
Feb 15, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$135/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1218145
Apr 7, 2023
Sold
$357,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 20, 2023
Contingent
—
Feb 15, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$135/sq ft
TVRMLS #9948286
Apr 7, 2023
Sold
$357,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 20, 2023
Contingent
—
Feb 15, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$135/sq ft
LAAR #576687
Mar 16, 2018
Sold
$190,000
$73/sq ft
Jan 30, 2018
Listed
$195,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,787 (+21.4%)
2024
$2,296
2023
$2,296
2022
$2,298
2021
$2,298
2020
$2,298 (−10.9%)
2019
$2,578
2018
$2,578 (−5.5%)
2017
$2,729 (+5.7%)
2016
$2,582
Tax history for 868 Morrell Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,787 (+21.4%)
2024
$2,296
2023
$2,296
2022
$2,298
2021
$2,298
2020
$2,298 (−10.9%)
2019
$2,578
2018
$2,578 (−5.5%)
2017
$2,729 (+5.7%)
2016
$2,582
*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
5.49 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
1,400
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cocke County
APN
056 02003 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Total: 1
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Pantry
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Other
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,400
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,200
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Area: 5.49
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.49
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,296
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Interstate 81, take exit 1A for I-40E toward Asheville. Take exit 435 for Newport/Gatlinburg and turn left onto TN-32 toward Newport. Then, take the next right onto Heritage Blvd. At the stop sign, the driveway is straight across the street. First house on the left. SOP
Topography: Level,Rolling Slope
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,400
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Cocke County
APN: 056 02003 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2600
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2600
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Newport Grammar School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 19 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
Newport, TN • 37821
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$447,000 – $541,000
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