Opportunity, space, and a fantastic location come together at 473 Ponder Road! Conveniently situated just off Cookeville Highway, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers easy access to Smithville, Cookeville, and Interstate 40. Inside, the spacious living room features a beautiful stone accent wall and fireplace, creating a warm and inviting focal point. In addition to the three bedrooms, the home provides flexible bonus space that could be used as a home office, hobby room, playroom, or possible fourth bedroom. Outside, you’ll find a large, level yard with plenty of room to enjoy, along with an above-ground swimming pool featuring a new liner—perfect for summertime fun! The property also offers exciting possibilities for a buyer interested in adding a large garage, workshop, or possibly another residence, subject to applicable zoning, soil evaluation, and permitting. This home is ready for someone to bring their ideas and personal style. Some cosmetic updates, including new flooring in areas, would help it truly shine, but the generous space, desirable location, beautiful yard, and future potential make this a property worth seeing. Bring your vision and make this one your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
1.37 acresLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Amy Lockhart• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Town & Lake
Country living at it's finest in this quiet, spacious remodeled ranch home on 1.3 level acres in a prime location only minutes to town, restaurants, retail, & Center Hill Lake! 3 large BR, 2 BA, Living Rm w/ rock fireplace, Den (could be 4th BR), Office, renovated Kitchen with stainless appliances & room to add island. Lrg Mudroom/Laundry & unfinished bonus area for rec room or 2 BRs. 2 tier deck, covered porch, fenced yard. Lrg side yard for a garage. Perfect full-time or 2nd home, a must see!
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1340983
May 18, 2012
Sold
$127,000
$63/sq ft
Feb 20, 2012
Listed
$129,900
$64/sq ft
You'll have to see it to believe it. The owner has created an unbelievably warm, comfortable, fun and practical home. This home SCREAMS fun but practical living. It would also be the perfect get-a-way or lake house.
Public Records
Feb 11, 2010
Sold
$64,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,173
2024
$1,173 (+25.5%)
2023
$935 (+15.6%)
2022
$809
2021
$809 (+139.3%)
2020
$338
2019
$338 (+15.8%)
2018
$292
2017
$292
2016
$292 (+3.2%)
2015
$283 (+9.7%)
2014
$258
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,018
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,018
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
053 01900 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
7% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Smithville, TN • 37166
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Smithville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 473 Ponder Rd
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