556 Underwood Springs Branch Rd | Bluff City, TN
Escape to your own private retreat with this custom-built cabin nestled on 9.93 acres of beautiful East Tennessee countryside. If you've been dreaming of a secluded, peaceful setting, this property delivers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern updates.
This inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, a loft, and 1.5 baths, with a warm, welcoming feel from the moment you arrive. Relax on the screened-in porch with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening while taking in the quiet surroundings. Step inside and you're greeted by a true cabin atmosphere, highlighted by a stunning two-story natural stone fireplace that serves as the heart of the home.
The outdoor space is just as special, featuring a beautifully landscaped front yard with a koi pond and blooming flowers, along with a wraparound deck and front porch perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The nearly 10-acre property provides privacy, room to explore, and even includes tree stands that convey, making it ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
This home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated with Window World windows, a tankless water heater, PEX plumbing, fresh paint, updated flooring and bathroom, and a metal roof approximately 6 years old. Additional features include Cortez and Granite countertops with tile back splash, custom wood cabinetry in the bathrooms, 1-inch custom siding, two attic storage spaces, and an 11.5-course basement.
For added convenience, the property includes a detached garage with 50-amp RV hookup, RV drain to septic, and a wood shed. The septic system was inspected and pumped in 2021, giving peace of mind to the next owner. A well-established ATV trail winds through the property, providing easy access to a private hunting area and allowing you to fully enjoy the acreage.
Enjoy the peace of country living while being just minutes from Elizabethton and Johnson City. Spend your weekends fishing or boating on South Holston Lake and Watauga Lake, casting a line in the South Holston River or Watauga River, or catching a race at Bristol Motor Speedway--all just a short drive away.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a private escape, this cabin offers the space, setting, and features to make it truly special.
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For sale
Price cut: $20K (5/15)
$649,000
556 Underwood Springs Branch Rd, Bluff City, TN 37618
2beds
1,412sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1994
9.93 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Custom-built cabinKoi pondFront porchWood shedBlooming flowersScreened-in porchFresh paint
- 66 days |
- 797 |
- 53 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy Gass ashley@lantern-realestate.com,
Lantern Real Estate 423-512-4050
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9994630
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,412
- Total interior livable area: 1,412 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Detached, Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 9.93 Acres
- Topography: Level, Mountainous, Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 112 06150 000
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Landscaping
Location
- Region: Bluff City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $268,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,081
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,934/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $649,000-3%$460/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $669,000+929.2%$474/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9994630 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Sold | $65,000-28.7%$46/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2018 | Sold | $91,200$65/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,081 +53.8% | $67,050 +138% |
| 2024 | $703 +3.7% | $28,175 |
| 2023 | $678 | $28,175 |
| 2022 | $678 | $28,175 |
| 2021 | -- | $28,175 +8.4% |
| 2020 | $668 | $26,000 |
| 2019 | $668 +0.8% | $26,000 |
| 2018 | $663 | $26,000 |
| 2017 | $663 | $26,000 +5.9% |
| 2016 | $663 +14.2% | $24,550 -2.5% |
| 2014 | $581 +1.8% | $25,187 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $570 -1.1% | $24,738 |
| 2012 | $576 +8.5% | $24,738 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $531 | $24,932 |
| 2010 | $531 | $24,932 |
| 2009 | $531 | $24,932 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,932 +30% |
| 2007 | $485 | $19,185 |
| 2006 | $485 +2.7% | $19,185 +2.7% |
| 2005 | $473 -5.2% | $18,678 |
| 2004 | $499 +16.8% | $18,678 +2.8% |
| 2002 | $427 | $18,170 |
| 2001 | -- | $18,170 -73.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $69,217 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37618
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bluff City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 4/10Sullivan East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 5/10Sullivan East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bluff City
- Middle: Sullivan East
- High: Sullivan East
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- Tennessee
- Sullivan County
- Bluff City
- 37618
- 556 Underwood Springs Branch Rd





