Want to live near the water? This 1.43 acre lot is located less than 3 mi to Sligo Marina and minutes from Johnson Chapel Recreation Area with boat ramp, swimming hole, and picnic area! There is enough room on this spacious lot to build and have room to explore. Beautiful, mature trees make a picturesque setting for privacy, peaceful views, and flexibility being located conveniently off of Hwy. 70 between Sparta and Smithville and nestled snuggly between Nashville and Knoxville. Have the best of both worlds living in the country, but being close to the amenities of the city. Property includes a small, rustic cabin and storage bldg w/ utilities. A must see!!!
Vacant landProperty Type
1.43 acresLot Size
$27,264Price/Acres
Listed by Jill White• Real Estate Professionals of TN
Contact: 9315263700
Bought with Jill White• Real Estate Professionals of TN
Hunting Cabin or Man Cave on 1.43 acre wooded parcel. Close to Sligo Marina and Johnson Chapel Recreation area on Center Hill Lake. A cozy one room get-away, plus bath. Wood stove keeps you toasty in Winter. Includes 10x16 storage building. Sold furnished and "as is". Cabin is 12' x 16'.
Public Records
Jun 30, 2009
Sold
$12,000
Public Records
Nov 12, 2003
Sold
$7,900
Public Records
May 13, 1998
Sold
$5,400
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$124
2024
$124 (+25.3%)
2023
$99 (+16.5%)
2022
$85
2021
$85 (+44.1%)
2020
$59
2019
$59 (+15.7%)
2018
$51
2017
$51
2016
$51 (+4.1%)
2015
$49 (+8.9%)
2014
$45
Tax history for 311 Johnson Chapel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$124
2024
$124 (+25.3%)
2023
$99 (+16.5%)
2022
$85
2021
$85 (+44.1%)
2020
$59
2019
$59 (+15.7%)
2018
$51
2017
$51
2016
$51 (+4.1%)
2015
$49 (+8.9%)
2014
$45
*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
1.43 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Other
County
DeKalb County
APN
052 04004 000
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
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Exterior
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Lot
Possible Use: Single Family, Manufactured Home
Land Information
Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
Topography: Steep,Rolling,Slopes Below Road
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Sloped, Steep Slope
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot Size : 1.43
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.43
Lot Size Area: 1.43
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.43
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $123.62
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric on Property
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available
Sewer: Septic Needed
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Sparta Walmart- Turn L onto Taft Church Rd.for 2.5 mi. Turn L onto Smithville Hwy. Go 8.9 mi & turn R onto Johnson Chapel. Property is on your L. From Smithville McDonalds- Turn R onto E Broad St. & go 8.6 mi. Turn L on Johnson Chapel. Property on L.
Subdivision Name: Other
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Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.43 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 052 04004 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Listing Information
AttributionContact: 9315263700
Around this home
Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 7.2mi
6/10
Dekalb Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.8mi
5/10
De Kalb County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.8mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$38,000 – $45,000
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