LAKE VIEWS, ACREAGE and CABIN CHARM NEAR WATAUGA LAKE!! Escape to the mountains with this beautifully crafted 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin featuring rich wood siding and a warm, inviting feel throughout. Perfectly situated within walking distance to Watauga Lake and a public boat ramp, this property offers the ideal blend of privacy, convenience, and outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy both the lake and mountain views from your own 6.6-acre retreat, complete with mostly wooded land, established walking trails, and even an old timber logging road to explore. The exterior is designed for both relation and functionality, featuring a spacious wraparound deck with covered front and side sections, ideal for entertaining or enjoying peaceful mornings. The fenced front yard is thoughtfully divided, offering space for a chicken coop and goat shed, or easily adaptable for additional storage or hobby areas. Inside, this move-in ready home showcases hardwood flooring throughout, an open floor plan, and vaulted ceilings in the living room anchored by a stunning stone fireplace with gas logs. The kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly together and feature custom wormwood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and a kitchen island with bar seating - perfect for gathering with family and friends. The main level offers both a spacious master suite with private bath and a guest bedroom with an additional full bath. Upstairs, a versatile bonus room provides the perfect space for a third bedroom, office, or flex area. The full unfinished basement adds incredible potential, complete with a garage door for parking, laundry area with a commercial-grade sink, and encapsulation to ensure a clean, dry space. Easily finish this level for additional living area or use as-is for storage and workshop needs. With no restrictions, easy access, and strong rental potential, this property is ideal as a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity. Enjoy mountain living just a short drive to local amenities, all while being moments from the beauty and recreation of Watauga Lake. Buyer/buyer's agent to verify all info.
Sold for $510,000
$510,000
244 Bill Branch Ln, Butler, TN 37640
2beds
1,296sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2008
6.58 Acres Lot
$510,100 Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$2,144 Estimated rent
Home value
$510,100
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Lake viewsFenced front yardEstablished walking trailsOpen floor planStainless steel appliancesVersatile bonus roomCustom wormwood cabinetry
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Listed by:
Jessica Harkness 423-291-9584,
Foundation Realty Group
Bought with:
Deborah Short-Taylor, 284053
Lake Homes Realty Smithville
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9993272
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Open Floorplan, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Garage Door,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,376
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
- Fencing: Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 6.58 Acres
- Topography: Part Wooded, Sloped, Steep Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Poultry Coop, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 075 016.00
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Block, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Location
- Region: Butler
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Sold | $510,000-11.3%$394/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9993272 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Pending sale | $575,000$444/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+15%$444/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9993272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Sold | $500,000$386/sqft |
Source:  RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2836571 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2023 | Contingent | $500,000$386/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9950358 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2023 | Pending sale | $500,000$386/sqft |
Source:  East Tennessee Realtors #1221888 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Price change | $500,000-2.9%$386/sqft |
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| 4/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $515,000$397/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,346 | $63,050 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $1,346 | $60,900 |
| 2023 | $1,346 +22.1% | $60,900 |
| 2022 | $1,102 | $60,900 |
| 2021 | -- | $60,900 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $1,120 | $54,650 |
| 2019 | $1,120 | $54,650 |
| 2018 | $1,120 +0% | $54,650 |
| 2017 | $1,120 | $54,650 |
| 2016 | $1,120 +13.2% | $54,650 |
| 2015 | $989 +9.8% | $54,650 +9.8% |
| 2014 | $900 +0% | $49,750 +0% |
| 2013 | $900 +2.3% | $49,738 |
| 2012 | $880 | $49,738 |
| 2011 | $880 | $49,738 |
| 2010 | -- | $49,738 +24.3% |
| 2009 | $812 +4005.1% | $40,019 +4004.5% |
| 2008 | $20 | $975 |
| 2007 | $20 | $975 |
| 2006 | $20 -22.2% | $975 |
| 2005 | $25 -55.5% | $975 -55.5% |
| 2004 | $57 +8.8% | $2,193 |
| 2002 | $53 | $2,193 -31.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $3,205 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,820 |
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Neighborhood: 37640
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Roan Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 6.8 mi
- 4/10Johnson Co Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 10.4 mi
- 4/10Johnson Co High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Doe
- 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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