Tucked just outside the quaint town of Mountain City, this custom-built home offers a rare blend of natural beauty and thoughtful design, set on 3.37± acres in the stunning mountains of Northeast Tennessee. A picturesque creek winds through the property, complemented by charming stone paths, a beautifully level lawn area, and a variety of trees and landscape elements. The setting feels like a private retreat, with a wooded mountain backdrop and landscaping crafted by nature itself. Enjoy easy access via a paved driveway leading to a circular drive with an outside washing station, a spacious three-bay garage, and an impressive 26 x 61 red barn--ideal for hobbies, storage, or future possibilities. Outdoor living shines here, with a covered outdoor kitchen, hot tub, wraparound deck, and an additional back deck designed for entertaining. A welcoming covered front porch, classic dormers, and timeless architectural details create inviting curb appeal. Inside, the home features vaulted ceilings, skylights, and exposed European-style beams in the living room, anchored by a beautiful stone hearth and wood stove. The eat-in kitchen includes an island and garden window, while a formal dining room and foyer add to the home's thoughtful layout. Tile and wood floors run throughout. The home features three bedrooms and two baths, including a spacious primary suite with a jetted tub and walk-in closet with built-in organizers. Additional highlights include casement windows. The property also offers plenty of road frontage along with a perfect area for a second residence, adding flexibility and future potential. The basement is already plumbed for a bathroom and offers substantial square footage ready to be finished to your style and needs. Fashioned with love and offered for the first time on the market, this home is ideally located near Watauga Lake, the High Country, and all Tri-Cities amenities. Come and enjoy all four seasons. Tennessee is calling so let country roads take you there. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information.
For sale
$645,000
1297 Harbin Hill Rd, Mountain City, TN 37683
3beds
1,935sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2001
3.37 Acres Lot
$602,900 Zestimate®
$333/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Casement windowsBeautifully level lawn areaTimeless architectural detailsWelcoming covered front porchCovered outdoor kitchenCharming stone pathsClassic dormers
- 72 days |
- 628 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elizabeth Cornett 423-471-1652,
Ace Realty 423-727-5554
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9994165
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink
Features
- 2+ Person Tub, Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Laminate Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Other
- Basement: Block,Garage Door,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,See Remarks
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,870
- Total interior livable area: 1,935 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Driveway, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, See Remarks
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Back, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Garden, See Remarks
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 3.37 Acres
- Features: Pasture
- Topography: Cleared, Level, Pasture, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outdoor Kitchen, Storage
- Parcel number: 047 076.02 000
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Spa/Hot Tub
Location
- Region: Mountain City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $333/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $221,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,225
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$602,900
$573,000 - $633,000
$2,157/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $645,000+2480%$333/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9994165 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/1997 | Sold | $25,000-28.6%$13/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/1996 | Sold | $35,000$18/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,225 | $55,450 |
| 2024 | $1,225 | $55,450 |
| 2023 | $1,225 +22.1% | $55,450 |
| 2022 | $1,004 | $55,450 |
| 2021 | -- | $55,450 +13% |
| 2020 | $1,006 | $49,050 |
| 2019 | $1,006 | $49,050 |
| 2018 | $1,006 0% | $49,050 |
| 2017 | $1,006 | $49,050 |
| 2016 | $1,006 +13.3% | $49,050 |
| 2015 | $888 -6.3% | $49,050 -6.3% |
| 2014 | $948 +0% | $52,350 +0% |
| 2013 | $947 +2.3% | $52,344 |
| 2012 | $926 | $52,344 |
| 2011 | $926 | $52,344 |
| 2010 | -- | $52,344 +14% |
| 2009 | $932 | $45,902 |
| 2008 | $932 | $45,902 |
| 2007 | $932 | $45,902 |
| 2006 | $932 -22.2% | $45,902 |
| 2005 | $1,198 +16% | $45,902 +16% |
| 2004 | $1,033 +9.4% | $39,571 +0.6% |
| 2002 | $944 | $39,321 +584.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $5,748 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $22,992 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37683
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mountain City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 4/10Johnson Co Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 4/10Johnson Co High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mountain City
- Middle: Johnson Co
- High: Johnson Co
Source: TVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Tennessee
- Johnson County
- Mountain City
- 37683
- 1297 Harbin Hill Rd




