AFFORDABLE CHARMING BRICK HOME ON 2.25 ACRE LOT (includes 2 lots) WITH POTENTIAL FOR 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 FULL BATHS. This home has city water and a well located in an adorable well house, a huge partially encapsulated crawlspace with de-humidifier for storage. Relax in an expansive living room alongside an eat-in-kitchen and formal dining area with original hardwood floors! Newer HVAC system with back up gas heat and option for wood burning stove, new kitchen appliances, new walk-in shower, attic fan and some new windows are some of the perks you will enjoy all on one easy living level. . Fiber optic internet is available. Boat shed, well house and crawlspace are all have electricity. Super convenient to Sparta and Cookeville, located just off Hwy 111 but feels like a true ''country homeplace.'' Buyer to verify information to make an informed offer.
IDEAL LOCATION ON CUL-DE-SAC! AirBnB investment opportunity located just outside Tennessee's largest, most visited state park, Fall Creek Falls! This adorable 2 bedroom brick cottage is just right for visiting families, vacation home, or permanent residence for downsizing. Features include an eat-in-kitchen, sunroom, large laundry room with washer and dryer, fiber optic internet, covered parking, newer dual fuel HVAC and outbuilding. Enjoy a spacious fenced in back yard with welcoming fire pit and plenty of room to play. Public water utility, septic recently pumped, secondary gas wall heater in living room. Formerly rented as Maggie's Cottage on Airbnb and later used as a long-term rental. Come check out this affordable all brick home today! Buyer to verify information to make an informed offer.
UCMLS #238306
Nov 4, 2025
Delisted
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Nov 3, 2025
Sold
$190,000
$236/sq ft
Sep 18, 2025
Contingent
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Jul 31, 2025
Listed
$198,000
$246/sq ft
+30
IDEAL LOCATION ON CUL-DE-SAC! AirBnB investment opportunity located just outside Tennessee's largest, most visited state park, Fall Creek Falls! This adorable 2 bedroom brick cottage is just right for visiting families, vacation home, or permanent residence for downsizing. Features include an eat-in-kitchen, sunroom, large laundry room with washer and dryer, fiber optic internet, covered parking, newer dual fuel HVAC and outbuilding. Enjoy a spacious fenced in back yard with welcoming fire pit and plenty of room to play. Public water utility, septic recently pumped, secondary gas wall heater in living room. Formerly rented as Maggie's Cottage on Airbnb and later used as a long-term rental. Come check out this affordable all brick home today! Buyer to verify information to make an informed offer.
Public Records
Nov 12, 2021
Sold
$169,000
$210/sq ft
UCMLS #184752
Sep 17, 2018
Sold
$55,000
$68/sq ft
Mar 2, 2018
Listed
$69,900
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 29, 2011
Sold
$50,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$462
2024
$462 (+1.1%)
2023
$457
2022
$457
2021
$457 (+10.7%)
2020
$413 (+19.4%)
2019
$346 (+19.7%)
2018
$289
2017
$289
2016
$289
2015
$289 (−1.7%)
2014
$294
Tax history for 36 Short Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$462
2024
$462 (+1.1%)
2023
$457
2022
$457
2021
$457 (+10.7%)
2020
$413 (+19.4%)
2019
$346 (+19.7%)
2018
$289
2017
$289
2016
$289
2015
$289 (−1.7%)
2014
$294
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
805
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Van Buren County
APN
049 04206 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Appliances: Electric Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
Fencing: Back Yard
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage
Above Grade Finished Area: 805
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, Level
Lot Size Area: 0.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 118X175
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $462
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Spencer Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Van Buren Co High School
High School: Van Buren Co High School
Location Information
Directions: From Fall Creek Falls State Park exit north gate on Hwy 284. Go to stop sign, turn right onto Hwy 30, take first right onto Short Rd. (just past water dept,) Second house on right with sign.
Topography: Cleared,Cul-De-Sac,Level
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 805
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Van Buren County
APN: 049 04206 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 805
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 805
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Spencer Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.0mi
6/10
Van Buren County High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Pikeville, TN • 37367
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Estimated sale price
$195,000 – $236,000
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