Peaceful Tennessee Living on 17+ Acres! Beautifully updated 1,928 sq ft home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus room. Recent upgrades include new flooring throughout, new windows, updated bathrooms, fresh paint, a gas fireplace, and a screened-in back porch with scenic views. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer metal roof, new 2-car garage, encapsulated crawl space, new HVAC, ductwork, and septic field lines. The 17.07-acre property is fully fenced and cross-fenced—ideal for livestock or farming. Explore private wooded trails perfect for side-by-sides. Additional features include a barn, shop, greenhouse with electric, and a storage building. Natural gas well and water well on-site offer the potential for off-grid living. Greenbelt status in place. Conveniently located near town, yet offers the privacy of country living. Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
17.23 acresLot Size
$306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Landon Dickerson• True North Real Estate Services, LLC
Peaceful Tennessee Living on 17+ Acres! Beautifully updated 1,928 sq ft home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus room. Recent upgrades include new flooring throughout, new windows, updated bathrooms, fresh paint, a gas fireplace, and a screened-in back porch with scenic views. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer metal roof, new 2-car garage, encapsulated crawl space, new HVAC, ductwork, and septic field lines. The 17.07-acre property is fully fenced and cross-fenced—ideal for livestock or farming. Explore private wooded trails perfect for side-by-sides. Additional features include a barn, shop, greenhouse with electric, and storage building. Natural gas well and water well on-site offer the potential for off-grid living. Greenbelt status in place. Conveniently located near town, yet offers the privacy of country living. Don't miss out—schedule your showing today!
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3061808
Apr 6, 2026
Sold
$603,000
$313/sq ft
Feb 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 15, 2025
Listed
$599,900
$311/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3261262
Mar 12, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Dec 15, 2025
Listed
$599,900
$311/sq ft
UCMLS #2
Dec 8, 2025
Price Changed
$599,900
$311/sq ft
Nov 19, 2025
Price Changed
$619,900
$322/sq ft
Aug 26, 2025
Price Changed
$639,900
$332/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2914743
Dec 13, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2025
Price Changed
$599,900
$311/sq ft
Nov 19, 2025
Price Changed
$619,900
$322/sq ft
Aug 26, 2025
Price Changed
$639,900
$332/sq ft
Jun 16, 2025
Listed
$649,900
$337/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2690740
Nov 6, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2024
Listed
$499,900
$259/sq ft
UCMLS #1
Jun 30, 2024
Price Changed
$500,000
$259/sq ft
May 30, 2024
Price Changed
$544,900
$283/sq ft
Mar 27, 2024
Price Changed
$569,900
$296/sq ft
Feb 4, 2024
Price Changed
$599,900
$311/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 2016
Sold
$130,000
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$966 (+19.3%)
2024
$810 (+6.0%)
2023
$764
2022
$764 (−13.8%)
2021
$886
2020
$886 (+30.5%)
2019
$679
2018
$679
2017
$679
2016
$679
2015
$679 (+7.3%)
2014
$633
Tax history for 1653 Lester Flatt Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$966 (+19.3%)
2024
$810 (+6.0%)
2023
$764
2022
$764 (−13.8%)
2021
$886
2020
$886 (+30.5%)
2019
$679
2018
$679
2017
$679
2016
$679
2015
$679 (+7.3%)
2014
$633
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17.23 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,264
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
White County
APN
068 05203 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Basement Information
Basement Features: None, Crawl Space
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,928
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 Size Area: 17.23
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 17.23
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $810
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Woodland Park Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: White Co Middle School
High School: White County High School
Location Information
Directions: From WCCH, east on Bockman way, right on Gaines St, right on Lester Flatt, property on left, see sign
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,264
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 17.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1985
County: White County
APN: 068 05203 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1928
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1928
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: Approximate
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Woodland Park Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
White County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
White County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sparta, TN • 38583
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$562,000 – $680,000
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