Discover the enchanting Ben Ellis Cabin, nestled on 5.45 acres of breathtaking scenery with the majestic Unicoi Mountain Range as your backdrop. This historic cabin has been thoughtfully renovated to blend modern conveniences with its original character, preserving timeless elements such as hardwood floors, an open loft, and a welcoming front porch perfect for relaxing and taking in the views. The kitchen balances historic charm with contemporary functionality, while a spacious bathroom and newer central heating and air system ensure comfort year-round. Outdoors, enjoy a large rolling yard, wooded areas, a storage shed, and a barn — ideal for pets, hobbies, or creative outdoor living. Currently operating as a highly regarded vacation rental with proven income, this property offers flexibility as a superb getaway or a permanent home where rustic charm meets modern living.
For sale by owner
$379,999
2582 Smithfield Rd, Tellico Plains, TN 37385
1beds
896sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1920
5 Acres Lot
$320,800 Zestimate®
$424/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Storage shedOpen loftSpacious bathroomLarge rolling yardHardwood floorsWooded areas
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Listed by:
Property Owner (615) 672-3910
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
Features
- Exterior features: Stone, Wood, Cement / Concrete
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 18900900000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Foundation: Footing
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Tellico Plains
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $424/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,200
- Annual tax amount: $943
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
Estimated market value
$320,800
$273,000 - $375,000
$1,149/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,999+1588.9%$424/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2020 | Listing removed | $22,500$25/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2020 | Price change | $22,500-6.3%$25/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2019 | Price change | $24,000-5.9%$27/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2018 | Price change | $25,500-0.4%$28/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Price change | $25,600-38.9%$29/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2018 | Price change | $41,900+63.7%$47/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Howe Realty & Auction #1011452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2018 | Price change | $25,600-38.9%$29/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #20184022 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2018 | Price change | $41,900+63.7%$47/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Howe Realty & Auction #1011452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $25,600-48.8%$29/sqft |
Source: Tellico Mountain Realty, LLC #1029329 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2013 | Sold | $50,000-12.3%$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2012 | Sold | $57,000$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $943 | $61,900 |
| 2024 | $943 -0.6% | $61,900 -0.6% |
| 2023 | $948 +70% | $62,250 +150% |
| 2022 | $558 | $24,900 |
| 2021 | $558 +171.4% | $24,900 +171.4% |
| 2020 | $205 +13.1% | $9,175 |
| 2019 | $182 | $9,175 |
| 2018 | $182 -0.2% | $9,175 |
| 2017 | $182 -5.3% | $9,175 |
| 2016 | $192 | $9,175 |
| 2015 | $192 0% | $9,175 0% |
| 2014 | $192 | $9,178 |
| 2013 | $192 | $9,178 |
| 2012 | -- | $9,178 +12.1% |
| 2011 | $160 +23.4% | $8,187 |
| 2010 | $129 | $8,187 |
| 2009 | $129 0% | $8,187 |
| 2008 | $129 | $8,187 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,187 +55.1% |
| 2006 | $102 +14.9% | $5,279 |
| 2005 | $89 +2.6% | $5,279 +16.7% |
| 2004 | $86 | $4,525 |
| 2002 | $86 | $4,525 |
| 2001 | -- | $4,525 -51% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,231 |
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Neighborhood: 37385
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Coker Creek
- Middle: Coker Creek
- High: Tellico Plains
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.








