Lake views, modern updates, and room to unwind! This fully remodeled 3-bedroom home sits on 0.45 acres with direct lake access across the street. Inside, enjoy custom kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, updated appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and an updated bathroom. A new roof, new sewer field lines, and HVAC approximately 5 years old add value.
Relax on the lake-view front porch or enjoy the fully fenced backyard and above-ground pool. A finished 8x10 detached office with electricity, insulation, and heating and air offers flexible space for work or hobbies. Kayaking and fishing are steps away, with Defeated Creek Campground less than 3 miles down the road!
Outdoors, this property truly shines. Sit on your rocking chair front porch with a view of the lake. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard offering privacy and space to relax or entertain. Cool off in the above-ground pool, or take advantage of the fully finished 8x10 detached office, complete with electricity, insulation, and heating & air—perfect for remote work, a hobby space, or private retreat.
For those who love the outdoors, this location is hard to beat. Direct lake access sits right across the street, featuring a convenient pull-off area ideal for launching kayaks or small boats, along with a great fishing spot just steps from your front door. Plus, Defeated Creek Campground is less than 3 miles away, offering even more opportunities for recreation and relaxation.
This home delivers the lifestyle buyers are looking for—modern updates, functional space, and unbeatable access to the water—all at an incredible value.
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$369,900
537 Defeated Creek Hwy, Carthage, TN 37030
3beds
1,434sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
0.45 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated bathroomLake-view front porchLake viewsFully fenced backyardAbove-ground poolNew roofModern updates
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matthew Meridieth 615-804-3812,
Benchmark Realty, LLC 615-288-8292,
Kristen Meridieth,
Benchmark Realty, LLC
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3603766
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,434
- Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,434
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 200
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 027 04302 000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Hardboard Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Carthage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,400
- Annual tax amount: $890
- Date on market: 10/8/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900$258/sqft |
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| 9/28/2026 | Listing removed | $369,900$258/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900-0.7%$258/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Listing removed | $372,500$260/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $372,500-0.6%$260/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $374,900+114.4%$261/sqft |
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| 5/21/2020 | Sold | $174,900$122/sqft |
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| 3/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $174,900+9.4%$122/sqft |
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| 1/6/2020 | Listing removed | $159,900$112/sqft |
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| 10/31/2019 | Price change | $159,900-5.3%$112/sqft |
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| 10/21/2019 | Price change | $168,900-0.6%$118/sqft |
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| 10/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $169,900+126.5%$118/sqft |
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| 7/23/2019 | Sold | $75,000+40.2%$52/sqft |
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| 4/7/2008 | Sold | $53,500$37/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $890 | $51,350 |
| 2024 | $890 | $51,350 |
| 2023 | $890 +6.1% | $51,350 +6.1% |
| 2022 | $839 -21.6% | $48,400 +23.5% |
| 2021 | $1,069 | $39,175 |
| 2020 | $1,069 +149.9% | $39,175 +149.9% |
| 2019 | $428 +27.6% | $15,675 |
| 2018 | $335 +0.1% | $15,675 |
| 2017 | $335 +6.3% | $15,675 +15.5% |
| 2016 | $315 +0% | $13,575 |
| 2015 | $315 | $13,575 |
| 2014 | $315 +4% | $13,575 |
| 2013 | $303 | $13,575 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,575 -3% |
| 2010 | $307 | $14,000 |
| 2009 | $307 | $14,000 |
| 2008 | $307 +10% | $14,000 +10% |
| 2007 | $279 +32.9% | $12,725 +32.9% |
| 2006 | $210 -6.8% | $9,575 |
| 2005 | $225 +20.3% | $9,575 +1.8% |
| 2004 | $187 | $9,402 |
| 2002 | $187 | $9,402 +12.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $8,368 +2.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,142 |
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Neighborhood: 37030
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Defeated Elementary
- Middle: Defeated Elementary
- High: Smith County High School
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





