3023 SQ. FT. TRUE LOG HOME & 44 X 72 BARN ON 19.59 ACRES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE GREAT SMOKY MTNS! TV HIT SHOW BONANZA MUST HAVE INSPIRED THE ORIGINAL OWNER AS A LARGE STONE FIREPLACE & WIDE STAIRCASE SHOWCASE THE ENTRY! NEWER ADDITION IS UNFINISHED & HOME CURRRENTLY IN NEED OF REPAIRS AS THIS PRICE REFLECTS! SELLER SAID THE WELL IS 200 FT & OFFERS FINE WATER! GROUNDS NOT MAINTAINED FOR SEVERAL YEARS YET COULD POSSIBLY BE RESURRECTED BACK TO A BEAUTIFUL SHOWPLACE OF THE HOMESTEADS GLORY DAYS! PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS, CASH BUYERS PREFERRED! SUPERIOR LOCATION JUST INSIDE THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST, 4 MILES FROM THE GREAT SMOKY MTN NATIONAL PARK, 6 MILES FROM LOWES, WALMART & RESTAURANTS, 12 MILES FROM NC STATE LINE & ONLY 1.5 MILES FROM I-40! CLOSE PROXIMITY TO APPALACHAIN TRAIL, TROUT STREAMS, DOUGLAS LAKE, GATLINBURG, MAGGIE VALLEY & MUCH MORE!
3023 SQ. FT. TRUE LOG HOME & 44 X 72 BARN ON 19.59 ACRES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE GREAT SMOKY MTNS! TV HIT SHOW BONANZA MUST HAVE INSPIRED THE ORIGINAL OWNER AS A LARGE STONE FIREPLACE & WIDE STAIRCASE SHOWCASE THE ENTRY! NEWER ADDITION IS UNFINISHED & HOME CURRRENTLY IN NEED OF REPAIRS AS THIS PRICE REFLECTS! SELLER SAID THE WELL IS 200 FT & OFFERS FINE WATER! GROUNDS NOT MAINTAINED FOR SEVERAL YEARS YET COULD POSSIBLY BE RESURRECTED BACK TO A BEAUTIFUL SHOWPLACE OF THE HOMESTEAD S GLORY DAYS! PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS, CASH BUYERS PREFERRED! SUPERIOR LOCATION JUST INSIDE THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST, 4 MILES FROM THE GREAT SMOKY MTN NATIONAL PARK, 6 MILES FROM LOWES, WALMART & RESTAURANTS, 12 MILES FROM NC STATE LINE & ONLY 1.5 MILES FROM I-40! CLOSE PROXIMITY TO APPALACHAIN TRAIL, TROUT STREAMS, DOUGLAS LAKE, GATLINBURG, MAGGIE VALLEY & MUCH MORE!
LAAR #582207
Mar 8, 2019
Sold
$109,900
$36/sq ft
Feb 18, 2019
Listed
$109,900
$36/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1070229
Mar 8, 2019
Sold
$109,900
$36/sq ft
Feb 18, 2019
Listed
$109,900
$36/sq ft
+31
3023 SQ. FT. TRUE LOG HOME & 44 X 72 BARN ON 19.59 ACRES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE GREAT SMOKY MTNS! TV HIT SHOW BONANZA MUST HAVE INSPIRED THE ORIGINAL OWNER AS A LARGE STONE FIREPLACE & WIDE STAIRCASE SHOWCASE THE ENTRY! NEWER ADDITION IS UNFINISHED & HOME CURRRENTLY IN NEED OF REPAIRS AS THIS PRICE REFLECTS! SELLER SAID THE WELL IS 200 FT & OFFERS FINE WATER! GROUNDS NOT MAINTAINED FOR SEVERAL YEARS YET COULD POSSIBLY BE RESURRECTED BACK TO A BEAUTIFUL SHOWPLACE OF THE HOMESTEAD'S GLORY DAYS! PROPERTY BEING SOLD AS IS, CASH BUYERS PREFERRED! SUPERIOR LOCATION JUST INSIDE THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST, 4 MILES FROM THE GREAT SMOKY MTN NATIONAL PARK, 6 MILES FROM LOWES, WALMART & RESTAURANTS, 12 MILES FROM NC STATE LINE & ONLY 1.5 MILES FROM I-40! CLOSE PROXIMITY TO APPALACHAIN TRAIL,
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,314 (+65.3%)
2024
$795
Tax history for 955 Taproot Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,314 (+65.3%)
2024
$795
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
853,340
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
3,023
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cocke County
APN
084 05700 000
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Feb 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Basement Information
Basement Features: Full, Walk-Out Access, Other
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Double Oven, Electric Range
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log, Stone
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,023
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: Private
Lot Size Area: 19.59
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 19.59
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $591
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
Location Information
Directions: FROM I-40 EXIT# 440 GO HWY 73 EAST 1.2 MILES, RIGHT ON CHICKEN HOLLOW RD 3/10 MILE, RIGHT ON HALLS CEMETARY RD 3/10 MILE, LEFT ON TAPROOT WAY TO PROPERTY ON LEFT, SIGN AT GATE!
Topography: Private
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,023
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 19.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Cocke County
APN: 084 05700 000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Feb 11, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 3023
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Agent Measured
Building Area Total: 3023
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Agent Measured
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Bridgeport Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
6/10
Cocke County Adult High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 94° expected this year, 17 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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27
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34
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73
50
64
43
54
35
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$334,000 – $405,000
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