Sunbright, TN 37872

$290,000
Property Type: Multi-Family Square Footage: 6,176 Status: Active
Current Price: $290,000 List Date: 3/08/2026 Last Modified: 4/06/2026

Overview

Description

Step into a piece of Morgan County history with the iconic Sunbright Motel, located at 8203 Morgan County Hwy in Sunbright, Tennessee. Positioned directly along Highway 27, this historic property has long been a recognizable landmark in the community and is ready for its next chapter. With the surge of outdoor tourism in East Tennessee, this property sits in a strategic location for travelers, ATV riders, and visitors exploring the surrounding mountains and trail systems. The area continues to see strong demand for lodging, while short-term rental options remain limited--creating an exciting opportunity for investors looking to revitalize a classic roadside motel. The property offers excellent visibility and easy access along a well-traveled highway that connects multiple states and serves as a major route for visitors heading through the region. Whether reimagined as a boutique motel, retro roadside stay, ATV lodge, or a unique short-term rental concept, the possibilities here are wide open. Opportunities like this--historic properties with strong tourism potential and highway frontage--rarely come available in Sunbright. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a local landmark.

Listing Details MLS# 1331822

Location Tax Legal Info

State/Province
TN
Zip Code
37872
PIN #
038 017.06

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
290000

General Property Description

SqFt - Total (Aprox)
6176
Lot Dimensions
.75
Number of Units
8
Utilities/Mo Avg
300
Year Built
1943
Property Status
N/A
Restrictions
No
Driveway
N/a

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2026-03-07

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
Morgan County - 35
City/County Code
City Limits
Total Tax
3.26

Remarks & Misc

Directions
Drive north on Morgan County Hwy (TN-27) toward Sunbright, TN. Continue along the highway for several miles; 8203 Morgan County Hwy will be located directly off that road.
Public Remarks
Step into a piece of Morgan County history with the iconic Sunbright Motel, located at 8203 Morgan County Hwy in Sunbright, Tennessee. Positioned directly along Highway 27, this historic property has long been a recognizable landmark in the community and is ready for its next chapter. With the surge of outdoor tourism in East Tennessee, this property sits in a strategic location for travelers, ATV riders, and visitors exploring the surrounding mountains and trail systems. The area continues to see strong demand for lodging, while short-term rental options remain limited--creating an exciting opportunity for investors looking to revitalize a classic roadside motel. The property offers excellent visibility and easy access along a well-traveled highway that connects multiple states and serves as a major route for visitors heading through the region. Whether reimagined as a boutique motel, retro roadside stay, ATV lodge, or a unique short-term rental concept, the possibilities here are wide open. Opportunities like this--historic properties with strong tourism potential and highway frontage--rarely come available in Sunbright. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a local landmark.

More Information

Property Sub-Type

Other
Yes

Construction

Frame
Yes

Type of Units

Other
Yes

Siding

Brick
Yes
Stone
Yes

Sale Includes

Building and Land
Yes
Some Furnishings
Yes

Cooling

Other
Yes

Floors

Other
Yes

Garage/Parking

Off-Street Parking
Yes
On Premise Parking
Yes

Fuel

Electric
Yes

Heat

Other
Yes

Other Rooms

Other
Yes

Roof

Metal
Yes

New Financing

Call Listing Agent
Yes
Cash
Yes

Property Features

Property Sub-Type: Other Type of Units: Other Sale Includes: Building and Land; Some Furnishings Floors: Other Fuel: Electric Heat: Other Cooling: Other Construction: Frame Roof: Metal Siding: Brick; Stone Other Rooms: Other New Financing: Call Listing Agent; Cash
Listing Office: eXp Realty, LLC
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Office Phone: 888-519-5113
Last Updated: April - 06 - 2026
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