Charming all-brick 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with a metal roof on nearly 1 acre. Features include a spacious family room with a large fireplace, a sunroom filled with natural light, fresh paint, stainless steel appliances, and real hardwood floors. The property includes a large storage barn, extra outbuildings with electric, and easy access to Highway 111
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$140Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robbie Porter• The Real Estate Collective Sparta
Contact: 9318378371
Bought with Mika Davis• True North Real Estate Services, LLC
If you are looking for a sturdy brick home located away from the hustle & bustle, this gem is just for you. This gorgeous home was built in 1971 & it boasts 3 BR/1 BA, 1470 SQFT, metal roof, barn & workshops for storage & projects & both workshops have elec.! Home has: NEW Electric Water Heater; Luxury Vinyl & Hardwood floors; moisture barrier crawl space; cast iron gas log insert; & walk-in closets in the Master BR. The best part, you can entertain your guests out on the screened porch deck! This space will make you the cool neighbor! Beautiful, big oak & maple trees in the yard! You’ll be minutes from local schools, and if you like to hike, Fall Creek Falls is less than 20 mins away! 20 mins to Sparta, 40 mins to Cookeville or McMinnville, 1 hour to Chattanooga, & 1.5 hours to BNA!
UCMLS #214744
Sep 30, 2022
Sold
$200,000
$117/sq ft
Aug 25, 2022
Listed
$200,000
$117/sq ft
Knoxville MLS #1203992
Sep 30, 2022
Sold
$200,000
$117/sq ft
Aug 29, 2022
Contingent
—
Aug 25, 2022
Listed
$189,900
$111/sq ft
+30
If you are looking for a sturdy brick home located away from the hustle & bustle, this gem is just for you. This gorgeous home was built in 1971 & it boasts 3 BR/1 BA, 1470 SQFT, metal roof, barn & workshops for storage & projects & both workshops have elec.! Home has: NEW Electric Water Heater; Luxury Vinyl & Hardwood floors; moisture barrier crawl space; cast iron gas log insert; & walk-in closets in the Master BR. The best part, you can entertain your guests out on the screened porch deck! This space will make you the cool neighbor! Beautiful, big oak & maple trees in the yard! You'll be minutes from local schools, and if you like to hike, Fall Creek Falls is less than 20 mins away! 20 mins to Sparta, 40 mins to Cookeville or McMinnville, 1 hour to Chattanooga, & 1.5 hours to BNA.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$676
2024
$676
2023
$676 (+5.6%)
2022
$640
2021
$640 (+9.0%)
2020
$587 (+19.6%)
2019
$491 (+19.8%)
2018
$410
2017
$410
2016
$410
2015
$410
2014
$410
Tax history for 545 Turkey Scratch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$676
2024
$676
2023
$676 (+5.6%)
2022
$640
2021
$640 (+9.0%)
2020
$587 (+19.6%)
2019
$491 (+19.8%)
2018
$410
2017
$410
2016
$410
2015
$410
2014
$410
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.94 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
1,470
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Van Buren County
APN
030 02401 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Paved, RV Access/Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Range Hood
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1708
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site Built
Land Information
Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 34412.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 107 x 302 x 132 x 274
Lot Size Area: 34,412.4
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.79
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $639.60
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Location Information
Directions: From the VBCCH: Head E on Taft Dr to TN-111 S, go R at the 1st cross street onto TN-111 S, take the exit on the left toward McMinnville/Pikeville, go R onto College St, go L onto Turkey Scratch Rd, house will be on the left.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,470
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.94 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Van Buren County
APN: 030 02401 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 9318378371
Around this home
Schools
Spencer Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Van Buren County High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Spencer, TN • 38585
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$228,000 – $275,000
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