A seldom seen opportunity to purchase and own a rare and iconic property in the Hiwassee River Valley at Reliance, Tennessee. Most of this area and Polk county, Tennessee in general is Cherokee National Forest land. Most private land parcels here are held and passed to the next family generation. Few come to sale. This unrestricted 20 acre + Southern Appalachian tract has at least 3 premium homesites. A site with a river valley view and others with mid range mountain views of Starr Mountain to the west and Graveyard Ridge to the southeast. A perennial creek makes the eastern border and is within the property boundary. The property joins the Cherokee National Forest at the rear to the north/northwest. There is approximately 100 feet of road frontage on Hambright Road. The Reliance area is a closely held secret by outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, known for its outdoor mountain sports opportunities. The Hiwassee river for fly fishing and easy whitewater, thousands of acres of national forest for game hunting including whitetail deer, black bear, turkey, and grouse. The Benton Mackaye trail for hiking, nearby mountain biking and the Ocoee River for more serious whitewater adventures. Reliance is a small unincorporated town with a real sense of community. Come and join us. 1hr from Chattanooga, 1.5 hrs from Knoxville, 2.5 hrs from Atlanta, 3hrs. from Nashville. 3hrs from Birmingham.
A seldom seen opportunity to purchase and own a rare and iconic property in the Hiwassee River Valley at Reliance, Tennessee. Most of this area and Polk county, Tennessee in general is Cherokee National Forest land. Most private land parcels here are held and passed to the next family generation. Few come to sale. This unrestricted 20 acre + Southern Appalachian tract has at least 3 premium homesites. A site with a river valley view and others with mid range mountain views of Starr Mountain to the west and Graveyard Ridge to the southeast. The highest elevation homesite has 180+ degree views with clearing. A perennial creek makes the eastern border and is within the property boundary. The property joins the Cherokee National Forest at the rear to the north/northwest. There is approximately 100 feet of road frontage on Hambright Road. The Reliance area is a closely held secret by outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, known for its outdoor mountain sports opportunities. The Hiwassee river for fly fishing and easy whitewater, thousands of acres of national forest for game hunting including whitetail deer, black bear, turkey, and grouse. The Benton Mackaye trail for hiking, nearby mountain biking and the Ocoee River for more serious whitewater adventures. Reliance is a small unincorporated town with a real sense of community. Come and join us. 1hr from Chattanooga, 1.5 hrs from Knoxville, 2.5 hrs from Atlanta, 3hrs. from Nashville. 3hrs from Birmingham.
RCAOR #20255790
Feb 5, 2026
Sold
$290,000
Jan 13, 2026
Pending
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Dec 15, 2025
Listed
$309,000
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A seldom seen opportunity to purchase and own a rare and iconic property in the Hiwassee River Valley at Reliance, Tennessee. Most of this area and Polk county, Tennessee in general is Cherokee National Forest land. Most private land parcels here are held and passed to the next family generation. Few come to sale. This unrestricted 20 acre + Southern Appalachian tract has at least 3 premium homesites. A site with a river valley view and others with mid range mountain views of Starr Mountain to the west and Graveyard Ridge to the southeast. A perennial creek makes the eastern border and is within the property boundary. The property joins the Cherokee National Forest at the rear to the north/northwest. There is approximately 100 feet of road frontage on Hambright Road. The Reliance area is a closely held secret by outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, known for its outdoor mountain sports opportunities. The Hiwassee river for fly fishing and easy whitewater, thousands of acres of national forest for game hunting including whitetail deer, black bear, turkey, and grouse. The Benton Mackaye trail for hiking, nearby mountain biking and the Ocoee River for more serious whitewater adventures. Reliance is a small unincorporated town with a real sense of community. Come and join us. 1hr from Chattanooga, 1.5 hrs from Knoxville, 2.5 hrs from Atlanta, 3hrs. from Nashville. 3hrs from Birmingham.
Knoxville MLS #1248837
Dec 18, 2024
Listing Removed
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Dec 29, 2023
Listed
$409,000
RCAOR #20240753
Dec 11, 2023
Listed
$409,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$152
2024
$152 (−10.1%)
2023
$169 (−18.8%)
2022
$208
2021
$208
2020
$208
2019
$208 (−9.6%)
2017
$230 (+5.0%)
2016
$219
2015
$219
2014
$219
Tax history for 0 Hambright Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$152
2024
$152 (−10.1%)
2023
$169 (−18.8%)
2022
$208
2021
$208
2020
$208
2019
$208 (−9.6%)
2017
$230 (+5.0%)
2016
$219
2015
$219
2014
$219
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
39.53 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Polk County
APN
038 00100 000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Has View
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 20.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 20.1
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $800
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: None
Location
School Information
High School: Polk County High School
Location Information
Directions: Turn right onto Hwy 30 from Hwy 411 north, 6 miles north of Benton, Tn. at the Hiwassee Corner Market and Steel Wheels restaurant. Go six miles to Reliance. Turn left onto Hwy 315 at Webb's Texaco station. Cross the river bridge and take the immediate left onto Hambright Road. Property on the right. Sign in place. Property runs from branch to branch and ajoins forest service at rear.
Topography: Sloped,Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 39.53 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 038 00100 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Benton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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Chilhowee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.5mi
5/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 103° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$260,000 – $315,000
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