If you are familiar with our Tennessee Lakes, then you know we refer to the winter months as the ''ugly season.'' Lake levels are down before they spring up (no pun intended) to what is called ''full pool.'' The waters will rise and fill the lake banks, all the way up, covering all visible ground. Simply beautiful. Unfortunately, some properties lose their view of the lake until this happens. With this property, Cherokee Lake views are year-round. During the ''ugly'' season and they get only better during the ''pretty'' season. The home sits on a .77 acre bluff, which make Cherokee Lake views visible the entire year. A view to be enjoyed from the 322 sq ft, 40 foot long, covered front porch. As well as the living area AND from ALL 3 bedrooms. There is no HOA (short-term rentals are allowed in this community, and city water is onsite. Plus, high-speed fiber internet is available, allowing you to work from home and/or stream all your favorite shows without delay. A concrete driveway, with plenty of extra parking for a boat and/or RV, leads to a two-car garage. 1,274 square feet of living space with an additional 664 square feet of a basement bonus room is finished with pine ceilings and recessed lighting. The living room features vaulted ceilings and wood accents throughout, adding to the lake cabin feel. The main bedroom includes a walk-in closet with built-in shelves, and a newly remodeled bathroom. A whole-house RainSoft water softener/filtration system with additional reverse osmosis plumbed into the refrigerator and kitchen is 2 years old. A new roof was added November of 2021. Located in Grainger County, with its scenic farmland but close to everything. Grainger County Park is 3 minutes away. Cherokee Dam, with year-round facilities for unloading your boat, grilling stations, a public beach, restrooms, pavilion, and campground is within 7 minutes. See accompanying photos. Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Walmart, and Lowe's are 15 minutes. Live the Cherokee Lake Life!
If you are familiar with our Tennessee Lakes, then you know we refer to the winter months as the “ugly season. ” Lake levels are down before they spring up (no pun intended) to what is called “full pool. ” The waters will rise and fill the lake banks, all the way up, covering all visible ground. Simply beautiful. Unfortunately, some properties lose their view of the lake until this happens. With this property, Cherokee Lake views are year-round. During the “ugly” season and they get only better during the “pretty” season. The home sits on a . 77 acre bluff, which make Cherokee Lake views visible the entire year. A view to be enjoyed from the 322 sq ft, 40 foot long, covered front porch. As well as the living area AND from ALL 3 bedrooms. There is no HOA (short-term rentals are allowed) in this community, and city water is onsite. Plus, high-speed fiber internet is available, allowing you to work from home and/or stream all your favorite shows without delay. A concrete driveway, with plenty of extra parking for a boat and/or RV, leads to a two-car garage. 1,274 square feet of living space with an additional 664 square feet of a basement bonus room is finished with pine ceilings and recessed lighting. The living room features vaulted ceilings and wood accents throughout, adding to the lake cabin feel. The main bedroom includes a walk-in closet with built-in shelves, and a newly remodeled bathroom. A whole-house RainSoft water softener/filtration system with additional reverse osmosis plumbed into the refrigerator and kitchen is 2 years old. A new roof was added November of 2021. Located in Grainger County, with its scenic farmland but close to everything. Grainger County Park is 3 minutes away. Cherokee Dam, with year-round facilities for unloading your boat, grilling stations, a public beach, restrooms, pavilion, and campground is within 7 minutes. See accompanying photos. Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Walmart, and Lowe's are 15 minutes. Live the Cherokee Lake Life!
Knoxville MLS #1219972
May 5, 2023
Sold
$410,000
$212/sq ft
Apr 12, 2023
Pending
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Feb 25, 2023
Listed
$424,900
$219/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1128974
Dec 11, 2020
Sold
$230,000
$119/sq ft
Sep 1, 2020
Listed
$239,900
$124/sq ft
+18
Cozy 3BR/2BA with Cherokee Lake views. Open concept features, vaulted ceilings with lots of natural lighting. SS appliances, recessed lights,engineered bamboo flooring and gas F/P. Large front porch offers beautiful mountain and lake views. Covered back deck adjoins large farm fora little privacy. Downstairs has room for family room or den. Grainger Co Boat bock is within a 1/2 mile to launch your boat or jet skis.Convenient to shopping, hospital and all East Tennessee attractions. Y'all must see
LAAR #590154
Dec 11, 2020
Sold
$230,000
$119/sq ft
Aug 31, 2020
Listed
$239,900
$124/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,177
2024
$1,177
2023
$1,177 (+2.3%)
2022
$1,151
2021
$1,151 (+8.2%)
2020
$1,064
2019
$1,064 (+15.7%)
2018
$920
2017
$920 (+419.8%)
2016
$177 (−45.2%)
2015
$323
2014
$323
Tax history for 244 Sam Heim Road Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,177
2024
$1,177
2023
$1,177 (+2.3%)
2022
$1,151
2021
$1,151 (+8.2%)
2020
$1,064
2019
$1,064 (+15.7%)
2018
$920
2017
$920 (+419.8%)
2016
$177 (−45.2%)
2015
$323
2014
$323
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.77 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grainger County
APN
083H A 01800 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Attached Garage YN: Yes
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Other, Attached, Basement, RV Parking
Exterior Features: Windows - Vinyl, Porch - Covered, Deck, Cable Available (TV Only)
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Block, Brick
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Residential
Property Attached YN: No
Living Area Source: Appraisal
Building Area Total: 1,938
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.77
Lot Size Square Feet: 33,541.2
Lot Size Source: Tax Records
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
View: Mountain View, Country Setting, Lake
Financial
Tax Information
County Taxes: $1,150.60
Total Tax: $1,150.60
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating YN: Yes
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling YN: Yes
Cooling: Wall Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s)
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Location Information
Directions: Coming from Jefferson County take Hwy 92 to Lakeshore Drive and turn right. Go approximately 2 miles and take the second entrance on right into Heims Pointe Subdivision. Home will be on right.
Unparsed Address: 244 Sam Heim Road Rd, Rutledge, TN 37861
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Grainger County
APN: 083H A 01800 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rutledge Primary School
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 5.5mi
Rutledge Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
5/10
Grainger Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rutledge, TN • 37861
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$408,000 – $494,000
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