982 County Road 229, Niota, TN 37826

$445,000
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 3 Square Footage: 2,640 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 187,308 Status: Active
Current Price: $445,000 List Date: 10/17/2025 Last Modified: 11/24/2025

Description

Charming Southeast Tennessee Farmhouse on 4.3 Acres with Creek Frontage & Low Taxes! Escape the hustle and discover peaceful country living in beautiful Southeast Tennessee, where low property taxes and scenic surroundings make every day feel like a getaway. This 1 ½-story farmhouse, built around 1900, is filled with timeless charm and character. Enjoy quiet mornings on the large front porch with swing or unwind on the screened side porch overlooking your private 4.3-acres with lots of mature trees and bordering a creek. Inside, the home features a traditional layout with a welcoming foyer, formal living room, and dining room—perfect for family gatherings. The kitchen has been remodeled within the past 5 years, blending modern convenience with country appeal. Vinyl windows were replaced just 2 years ago for improved energy efficiency. One bedroom is located on the main level, with two additional bedrooms upstairs. A detached garage adds plenty of storage or workshop potential. City water through Watts Bar Utility, power through VEC and gas through Athens Utility. Spectrum internet now available in the area. Located just 8 minutes from I-75, this peaceful setting offers easy access to Knoxville, Cleveland, and Chattanooga, making it ideal for those seeking small-town living with big-city convenience. Also, only 10-15 minutes to Watts Bar for fishing and watersports! Whether you dream of starting a garden, raising animals, or simply enjoying the slower pace of rural life, this property is perfect for your Tennessee homestead lifestyle. Experience affordable living and Southern charm in one of the most desirable regions of the Southeast—your country retreat awaits!

More Information MLS# 1319014

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No Listing Price: 445000 Current Price: $445,000 Status: Active Listing Date: 2025-10-15

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area: McMinn County - 40 Property Sub-Type: Residential City/County Code: County Total Tax: 434.54

General Property Description

Type: 1 1/2 Story # Bedrooms: 3 Acres: 4.3 Acre Source: Tax Records # of Rooms: 8 Restrictions: No Site Built: Yes Fireplace: Yes Property Status: N/A SqFt - Main Lvl: 1472 SqFt - Down Lvl: 0 SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 1168 SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0 # Fireplace: 1 HOA: No Basement: No Bonus Room: No SqFt - Total (Aprox): 2640 Baths - Full: 2 Year Built: 1900

Remarks & Misc

Directions: From Athens at I-75 exit 52 Mount Verd Rd, take Highway 305 West. Go appx 7 miles and turn right on County Road 229. Home is at the corner of 229 and County Road 225. Turn right on Co Rd 225 and driveway on the left. Park in front of detached garage only please. Public Remarks: Charming Southeast Tennessee Farmhouse on 4.3 Acres with Creek Frontage & Low Taxes! Escape the hustle and discover peaceful country living in beautiful Southeast Tennessee, where low property taxes and scenic surroundings make every day feel like a getaway. This 1 ½-story farmhouse, built around 1900, is filled with timeless charm and character. Enjoy quiet mornings on the large front porch with swing or unwind on the screened side porch overlooking your private 4.3-acres with lots of mature trees and bordering a creek. Inside, the home features a traditional layout with a welcoming foyer, formal living room, and dining room—perfect for family gatherings. The kitchen has been remodeled within the past 5 years, blending modern convenience with country appeal. Vinyl windows were replaced just 2 years ago for improved energy efficiency. One bedroom is located on the main level, with two additional bedrooms upstairs. A detached garage adds plenty of storage or workshop potential. City water through Watts Bar Utility, power through VEC and gas through Athens Utility. Spectrum internet now available in the area. Located just 8 minutes from I-75, this peaceful setting offers easy access to Knoxville, Cleveland, and Chattanooga, making it ideal for those seeking small-town living with big-city convenience. Also, only 10-15 minutes to Watts Bar for fishing and watersports! Whether you dream of starting a garden, raising animals, or simply enjoying the slower pace of rural life, this property is perfect for your Tennessee homestead lifestyle. Experience affordable living and Southern charm in one of the most desirable regions of the Southeast—your country retreat awaits!

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached: 1

Style

Traditional: 1

Construction

Frame: 1

Siding

Vinyl: 1 Wood: 1

Fireplace

Other: 1

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Central Cooling: 1

Floors

Carpet: 1 Laminate: 1 Vinyl: 1

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces: 2 Detached: 1 Garage Faces Side: 1 Main Level: 1 Off-Street Parking: 1 RV Parking: 1

Basement

Other: 1

Lot Description

Corner Lot: 1 Creek: 1 Level: 1 Private: 1

Fuel

Electric: 1 Gas (Natural): 1

View

Country Setting: 1

Heat

Central: 1

Dining Area

Formal Dining Area: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1

Other Rooms

Bedroom Main Level: 1 Laundry/Utility: 1

Exterior Features

Patio: 1 Porch - Screened: 1 Windows - Vinyl: 1

Misc Features

Internet Available: 1 Walk-in Shower: 1 Walk-In Closet(s): 1 Washer/Dryer Connect: 1

Sewer

Septic Tank: 1

Water

Public: 1

New Financing

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1 VA Loan: 1

Showing

See Agent Instructns: 1

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 982 Street Name: County Road 229 State/Province: TN Zip Code: 37826 PIN #: 013 030.00 Geo Lat: 35.581981 Geo Lon: -84.672035

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2025-10-17

Property Features

Style: Traditional Construction: Frame Siding: Vinyl; Wood Basement: Other Lot Description: Corner Lot; Creek; Level; Private View: Country Setting Fireplace: Other Floors: Carpet; Laminate; Vinyl Fuel: Electric; Gas (Natural) Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Range; Refrigerator Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Public Other Rooms: Bedroom Main Level; Laundry/Utility Misc Features: Internet Available; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Patio; Porch - Screened; Windows - Vinyl Dining Area: Formal Dining Area Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan
Listing Office: Century 21 Legacy
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Office Phone: 423-745-4446
Last Updated: November - 24 - 2025
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