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
IDX
Office Phone: 423-745-4446
Last Updated: November - 24 - 2025
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