OFF THE GRID PROPERTY!! IF YOU ARE WANTING PRIVACY AND TO BE SELF SUFFICIENT, THIS IS FOR YOU! This very unique A-frame cabin does not have any public utilities, but it has all you need to live comfortably. It offers an upstairs bedroom, main level living room/dining area, full bath with on-demand hot water, and kitchen. The water is collected from the rain into 2 huge tanks; the electric is solar; the sewer is a unique home made design. This property has been on VRBO and Air B&B, and has done very well for weekend rentals- lots of potential. There is space for more cabins; the view is of the Chestnut Mountain range There is too much to say about this property to put into words, you just need to experience this property. If you want total modern amenities, then this is NOT for you; this is for the "off the grid" person. It's also great for a vacation cabin. Fishing, hiking, white water sports, hunting are some of the local activities. ONLY $99,000!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
4.7 acresLot Size
$193Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robert Praytor• Keller Williams Cleveland
Contact: 4235041268
Bought with Madison Trewhitt• Keller Williams Cleveland
Off-the-grid! This rustic cabin is on 4.7 acres and located off a forest service road within the national forest. There is plenty of privacy and pretty mountain views. The area is abundant with wildlife - enjoy watching deer, turkey, and more from the decks. While no utilities are available in the national forest, electricity is provided by a generator that conveys with the property. Water has been via gravity flow from a water tank; tank is not presently set up. A full bath is on the main level with a composting toilet; the shower & sink have not been plumbed. The fireplace has gas logs and provides heat to the cabin. There is a gas water heater ready to be installed. A combination kitchen/laundry area has washer/dryer hookups and shelving for a mini-kitchen (no appliances). Several decks enjoy views of the property; both rear decks overlook the woods and views of the mountains. While the cabin still needs some finish work, it is comfortably useable as it is as a get-away.
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2519737
Aug 12, 2021
Sold
$91,000
$99/sq ft
RCAOR #20196103
Oct 14, 2019
Listed
$79,900
$87/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #790703
Feb 29, 2012
Sold
$35,000
$38/sq ft
Feb 23, 2012
Listed
$43,000
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 19, 2001
Sold
$89,500
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$317
2024
$317
2023
$317
2022
$317
2021
$317
2020
$317
2019
$317
2018
$317 (+26.8%)
2017
$250 (+5.0%)
2016
$238
2015
$238
2014
$238
Tax history for 747 Tinker Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$317
2024
$317
2023
$317
2022
$317
2021
$317
2020
$317
2019
$317
2018
$317 (+26.8%)
2017
$250 (+5.0%)
2016
$238
2015
$238
2014
$238
*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
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.7 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
922
Year built
2009
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
012 00607 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Total: 0
Parking Features: Driveway, Unpaved
Carport Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Gas
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Other
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Appliances: Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered, Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View
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: Sloped, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 4.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 4.7
Lot Size Dimensions: 4.7 acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $317
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Other
Sewer: Other
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Benton Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Chilhowee Middle School
High School: Polk County High School
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy. 64 & Hwy. 411 intersection, go north on Hwy. 411 for approx. 10 miles to right on Hwy. 30, go approx. 6 miles to Reliance, left on Hwy. 315 for approx. 3 miles to left on Spring Creek Rd, , cross concrete bridge over Spring Creek, turn right on first road (forest service road)- this is Tinker Branch Rd., keep right on this road, property is at the end of the road- steep driveway up to cabin- plenty of level parking at cabin.
Topography: Sloped,Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 922
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Polk County
APN: 012 00607 000
Home facts updated by county records on May 28, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 922
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 922
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Around this home
Schools
Benton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 11.5mi
5/10
Chilhowee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.5mi
5/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
5/10
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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
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reliance, TN • 37369
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$169,000 – $205,000
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