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    2971 Highway 39w, Athens, TN 37303

    4beds
    4,779sqft
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    $4,923/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1970
    19 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $167/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Electric fireplaceWorkshop spaceAdditional garageStorage roomsMultiple living spacesWide-open space all aroundWelcoming foyer
    Some homes have a way of making you slow down, stay awhile, and imagine the memories waiting to be made. Set on approximately 19 acres in Athens, Tennessee, this 4,779.5 sq. ft. brick farmhouse is one of those special places. A home with room to gather, land to explore, and endless possibilities for its next chapter. Surrounded by peaceful acreage and seasonal views, the property offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, multiple living spaces, a barn, and the kind of privacy that makes country living so special. Whether your dream is to raise a family here, bring the animals, create a farm or homestead, explore the possibility of another homesite, or simply enjoy having 19 acres to call your own, there is room here for that dream to grow. This is a home with good bones, generous spaces, and so much character already in place. While it is ready for some updates, repairs, and a little extra love, it also gives its next owners the opportunity to breathe new life into it and make it truly their own. Step inside and you'll find a home designed for living and gathering. Natural light fills the interior, while a welcoming foyer leads into the living room with real hardwood floors and an electric fireplace. The spacious laundry room features a utility sink, and the kitchen offers generous workspace along with a breakfast nook made for slow mornings and conversations over coffee. Multiple entrances throughout the home create an easy connection to the outdoors and surrounding acreage. The sunroom may quickly become a favorite place to spend time, with a wood-burning fireplace and a cozy setting for watching the seasons change outside. The primary suite has a character all on its own with beautiful ceiling beams and private access to the porch, a peaceful spot to begin or end the day. Three additional bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility for family, guests, a home office, hobby room, or whatever the next owners may need. Downstairs, you'll find even more space waiting for a new vision. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the basement, while an additional garage, storage rooms, workshop space, and a full bathroom provide a great starting point for what this level could one day become. With the right improvements, future owners could explore transforming portions of the basement into additional living or entertaining space, guest accommodations, an in-law setup, a hobby area, or a more customized workshop. The possibilities are there for someone ready to bring their ideas to life. Outside, the approximately 19 acres offer a blank canvas for the life you've imagined. The barn provides space for animals, equipment, storage, or future projects, while the land invites you to roam, garden, farm, build, or simply enjoy the quiet. With wide-open space all around, there's room to watch the sunsets, enjoy the changing seasons, and create new memories for years to come. And although it feels peacefully tucked away in the country, you're less than 10 minutes from the conveniences of Athens and within easy reach of I-75. This is the kind of property that has been a home in every sense of the word. It may be ready for a little love and a fresh vision, but that's part of what makes the opportunity so special, the chance for someone new to make it their own and begin the next chapter of this beautiful 19-acre property.
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    Taylor Adamek 423-506-0756,

    United Country Real Estate/Tennessee Real Properties 931-248-6785

    Source: East Tennessee Realtors,MLS#: 1354857MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Central, Propane, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Pantry
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Electric, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,779
      • Total interior livable area: 4,779 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Country Setting
      Lot
      • Size: 19 Acres
      • Features: Private, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s)
      • Parcel number: 074 068.00
      • Other equipment: Intercom

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • Year built: 1970

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public, Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      Location
      • Region: Athens

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $167/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $506,000
      • Annual tax amount: $1,138
      • Date on market: 9/9/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/9/2026Listed for sale$799,000+232.9%$167/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1354857 Report a problem
        2/14/2012Listing removed$240,000$50/sqft
        Source: Crye-Leike of Chattanooga #163651 Report a problem
        11/22/2011Listed for sale$240,000-12.7%$50/sqft
        Source: Crye-Leike of Chattanooga #163651 Report a problem
        5/6/2011Price change$275,000-8.3%$58/sqft
        Source: Crye-Leike of Chattanooga #163651 Report a problem
        2/26/2011Listed for sale$299,900$63/sqft
        Source: Crye-Leike of Chattanooga #163651 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,138 $105,175
        2024$1,138 $105,175
        2023$1,138 +8.9%$105,175 +55.6%
        2022$1,045 $67,575
        2021$1,045 $67,575
        2020$1,045 $67,575
        2019$1,045 $67,575
        2018$1,045 +0%$67,575 +9%
        2017$1,045 +4.3%$62,000
        2016$1,002 $62,000
        2015-- $62,000 +0%
        2014$1,002 $61,998
        2013$1,002 $61,998
        2012-- $61,998 -2.8%
        2011$992 $63,759
        2010$992 $63,759
        2009$992 $63,759
        2008$992 $63,759
        2007-- $63,759 +24.2%
        2006$976 $51,353
        2005$976 $51,353
        2004$976 $51,353
        2002$976 $51,353
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