TOWNSEND AREA FIXER UPPER on 5 acres with a small barn, storage shed and CREEK! This 40's built country style 1 BR, 1 BA home with TWO BONUS ROOMS and full utility room needs some TLC but is very liveable and just waiting for you to make it new home! The creek that runs along the backside of the home and there plenty of yard area for your veggie garden, outdoor living spaces or fur babies. This property offers almost 300' of road frontage along Wears Valley Rd and the property is unrestricted, so bring the chickens and set up your own little piece of country paradise. The five acres goes up the steep ridge behind the structures so if you love to mtn hike you can cut in your own trail and surround yourself with nature in the hardwoods. The property is on septic and well, and there is Comcast cable/internet. This property is selling in AS IS condition with the seller not making or negotiating any repairs, but the roof, H/A and hot water heater were just replaced a few years ago, and the home has been well loved for many years. There are items stored in a back room of the home that will be removed by the seller prior to closing. Schedule your showing TODAY before this opportunity is gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$202Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Nanette Brewer• Crye-Leike REALTORS, South Inc.
Listed by Claudia Ann Dybas• Crye-Leike REALTORS, South Inc.
Contact: 8657710684
Bought with David Troxler• East Tennessee Realty Group, LLC
This 40's built country style 1 BR, 1 BA w/ 2 BONUS ROOMS home needs some TLC thru out but WOW - what a deal! Situated on 5 unrestricted areas with a CREEK, small old barn, storage shed and lots of yard area. The home is selling in AS IS condition but is very liveable. You could easily move right in and update the home at your convenience. The roof was replaced just a few years ago along with the H/A so some of the biggest maintenance expenses are already done. Bring the chickens and set up your own little piece of country paradise. The home and structures all need maintenance/improvements but this property is so charming! Or if you're looking for a great property to build your dream home you could tear it all down and create your own little oasis. Schedule your showing TODAY! The property is on septic and well, and there is Comcast cable/internet. This property is selling in AS IS condition with the seller not making or negotiating any repairs, but the roof, H/A and hot water heater were just replaced a few years ago, and the home has been well loved for many years and is very liveable. There are items stored inside the home and storage building that will be removed by the seller including the piano and items stored in a back room but some of the misc items will remain to be disposed of at the buyers discretion. The heavy duty storage building in the front yard does not convey with the property, and some of the yard art items will be removed in the coming days. Don't wait to see this property since it will sell quickly! Schedule your showing TODAY!
Public Records
Jun 28, 2001
Sold
$120,000
$100/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$741
2024
$741
2023
$741 (−4.3%)
2022
$774 (+9.2%)
2021
$709
2020
$709
2019
$709 (−1.1%)
2018
$717
2017
$717
2016
$717
2015
$717 (+1.7%)
2014
$705
Tax history for 886 Wears Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$741
2024
$741
2023
$741 (−4.3%)
2022
$774 (+9.2%)
2021
$709
2020
$709
2019
$709 (−1.1%)
2018
$717
2017
$717
2016
$717
2015
$717 (+1.7%)
2014
$705
*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
5.25 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,202
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Blount County
APN
085 06201 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space, None
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,202
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Agent Measured
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Agent Measured
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $774
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Townsend: travel Wears Valley Rd (Hwy 321N) approx 3 miles to home on the Right - #866 Wears Valley Rd. See real estate signs. From Pigeon Forge: travel Wears Valley Rd (Hwy 321S) apprx 12 miles to home on the Left.
Topography: Private,Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,202
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Blount County
APN: 085 06201 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1202
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Agent Measured
Building Area Total: 1202
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Agent Measured
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Townsend Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
5/10
Heritage Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.4mi
6/10
Heritage High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.4mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance 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 99° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Townsend, TN • 37882
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$231,000 – $279,000
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