169 Helms Ferry Rd

5,000 Sq. Ft.
$442 / Sq. Ft.
5,000
Sq. Ft.
$442
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to exceptional lakefront living on Norris Lake. This stunning custom-built home is perfectly positioned on the water, showcasing superior craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding spaces for entertaining. Inside the approximately 3,800 sq ft residence, the Great Room makes an unforgettable first impression with soaring 14-foot coffered ceilings and expansive windows that frame breathtaking sunset views across the lake while filling the home with natural light. The main-level primary...Welcome to exceptional lakefront living on Norris Lake. This stunning custom-built home is perfectly positioned on the water, showcasing superior craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding spaces for entertaining. Inside the approximately 3,800 sq ft residence, the Great Room makes an unforgettable first impression with soaring 14-foot coffered ceilings and expansive windows that frame breathtaking sunset views across the lake while filling the home with natural light. The main-level primary suite offers privacy and convenience, creating a peaceful retreat within the home. Three bedrooms available in the Main house giving a total of 3BRs plus 3 additional sleeping qtrs. throughout. The chef's kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring premium GE Monogram appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace for culinary enthusiasts. The lower-level is designed for gathering and relaxation, complete with a spacious family lounge with fireplace, a full-service bar, and seamless access to the outdoor living area featuring a terrace and outdoor fireplace--perfect for enjoying evenings by the lake. Step outside to direct waterfront access and a private boathouse, ideal for boat storage, lakeside relaxation, and taking in the spectacular Norris Lake sunsets. Guests and extended family will appreciate the detached Carriage House offering approximately 1,200 sq ft of additional living space. The upper level features a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, and two sleeping quarters, while the lower level includes a two-car garage, workshop, and half bath. This exceptional waterfront property blends luxury, comfort, and lifestyle, offering a rare opportunity to experience refined year round deep water lakefront living on Norris Lake.
  1. Listed by Kim Haase • RE/MAX Tri Star
  2. Listed by Glenn Haase • RE/MAX Tri Star

Property Details for 169 Helms Ferry Road

Architectural Style
Craftsman, Traditional
Sub division Name
Lead Mine Bend
View
Country Setting, Lake
Style Craftsman
True
Style Traditional
True
LISTING UPDATED: 03/19/2026 05:36 PM

Property Details for 169 Helms Ferry Road

StatusActive
MLS #1331788
Days on Market11
Taxes$3,921 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built2009
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF
CountyUnion County

Location

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Building Information for 169 Helms Ferry Road

Stories-Year Built2009Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF

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Property Information for 169 Helms Ferry Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Sharps Chapel
  • County Or Parish: Union County - 25
  • Directions: From Maynardville Hwy (TN-33), turn onto Sharps Chapel Rd, go 1.3 miles to Right onto Leadmine Bend Rd, turns into Old Leadmine Rd, Left onto Helms Ferry Rd. Sign on property.
  • FrontageType: Lakefront
  • Latitude: 36.397972
  • Longitude: -83.843274
  • MLS Area Major: Union County - 25
  • MLS Area Minor: Union County - 25
  • Postal Code: 37866
  • State Or Province: TN
  • View Country Setting: True
  • View Lake: True
  • View Lakefront: True
  • Location Tax Legal Info Area: Union County - 25
  • Remarks Misc Directions: From Maynardville Hwy (TN-33), turn onto Sharps Chapel Rd, go 1.3 miles to Right onto Leadmine Bend Rd, turns into Old Leadmine Rd, Left onto Helms Ferry Rd. Sign on property.
  • Amenities Available Lake: true
  • Topography Level: True
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Detached, Main Level
  • Atchd Dtchd Type Detached: True
  • Garage Parking Attached: True
  • Garage Parking Detached: True
  • Garage Parking Garage Door Opener: True
  • Garage Parking Main Level: True
  • Garage Parking Garage Spaces: 4.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: 0.0
  • Association: false
  • Parcel Number: 007 002.08
  • Location Tax Legal Info Total Tax: 3921.39
  • General Property Description HOA Fee: 0.0
  • General Property Description HOA Contact: John Freese 614-804-8179
  • General Property Description HOA: Voluntary
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  • Virtual Tours Count: 0
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Plans
  • Lot Size Area: 0.68
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 29620.8
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Lot Features: Lake/Water Access, Waterfront, Current Dock Permit on File, Level, Rolling Slope
  • Building Area Total: 5000.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.68
  • Lot Size Source: Tax Records
  • General Property Description SqFt - Main Lvl: 0.0
  • General Property Description SqFt - Down Lvl: 0.0
  • General Property Description SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl: 0.0
  • General Property Description SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl: 0.0
  • General Property Description SqFt - Source: Plans
  • General Property Description Acres: 0.68
  • General Property Description Acre Source: Tax Records
  • General Property Description Site Built: Yes
  • Lot Description Current Dock Permit on File: True
  • Lot Description Lakefront: True
  • Lot Description Level: True
  • Lot Description Waterfront Access: True
  • Lot Description Rolling Slope: True
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Type Label: Single Family
  • Floor Plans Count: 5
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Possession Negotiable: True
Utilities
  • General Property Description Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Fuel Electric: True
  • Fuel Propane: True
  • Misc Features Internet Available: True
  • Sewer Septic Tank: True
  • Water Spring: True
  • Water Other: True
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock
  • Other Structures: Boat - House, Detached Workshop, Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Cedar, Frame
  • Siding Cedar: True
  • Siding Stone: True
  • Outbuildings Boat - House: True
  • Outbuildings Detached Workshop: True
  • Outbuildings Guest House: True
  • Community Amenities Boat Ramp: True
  • Community Amenities Dock: True
  • Community Amenities Lake Access: True
  • Exterior Features Balcony: True
  • Exterior Features Deck: True
  • Exterior Features Dock: True
  • Exterior Features Patio: True
  • Exterior Features Porch - Covered: True
  • Exterior Features Windows - Insulated: True
  • Misc Features Wet Bar: True
Interior Features
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Baths Full: 4
  • Baths Half: 2
  • Cooling: Central Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Cooling Details: Yes
  • Kitchen Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Heating Details: Central, Propane, Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Stone, Gas Log
  • Flooring: Marble, Hardwood, Tile, Slate
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating Central: Yes
  • Fireplace Gas Log: True
  • Fireplace Stone: True
  • Fireplace Gas: True
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s): True
  • Cooling Central Cooling: True
  • Cooling Zoned: True
  • Floors Hardwood: True
  • Floors Marble: True
  • Floors Slate: True
  • Floors Tile: True
  • Basement Finished: True
  • Basement Walkout: True
  • General Property Description Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • General Property Description Number of Rooms: 15
  • General Property Description Fireplace: Yes
  • General Property Description Number of Fireplace: 3.0
  • General Property Description Basement: Yes
  • General Property Description Bonus Room: Yes
  • General Property Description Extra Storage: Yes
  • Heat Central: True
  • Dining Area Breakfast Bar: True
  • Dining Area Eat-in Kitchen: True
  • Dining Area Formal Dining Area: True
  • Appliances Backup Generator: True
  • Appliances Dishwasher: True
  • Appliances Dryer: True
  • Appliances Microwave: True
  • Appliances Range: True
  • Appliances Refrigerator: True
  • Appliances Self Cleaning Oven: True
  • Appliances Smoke Detector: True
  • Appliances Tankless Water Heatter: True
  • Appliances Washer: True
  • Other Rooms Addl Living Quarter: True
  • Other Rooms Basement Rec Room: True
  • Other Rooms Breakfast Room: True
  • Other Rooms DenStudy: True
  • Other Rooms Extra Storage: True
  • Other Rooms Great Room: True
  • Other Rooms Laundry Utility: True
  • Other Rooms Mstr Bdrm Main Level: True
  • Other Rooms Split Bedroom: True
  • Other Rooms Workshop: True
  • Misc Features Cathedral Ceiling: True
  • Misc Features Island in Kitchen: True
  • Misc Features Walk-in Closets: True
  • Misc Features Walk-in Shower: True
  • Misc Features WasherDryer Connect: True
  • Misc Features Whirlpool Tub: True
Room Information
Room
  • Rooms Total: 15
Rental
Rent Information
  • Contract Info Occupancy: Permanent Residence
  • General Property Description Restrictions: Yes
  • Tenant Expenses Cooling: Central Cooling,Ceiling Fan(s),Zoned
  • Tenant Expenses Heating: Central,Propane,Electric

Property History for 169 Helms Ferry Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

KAARMLS #1331788

$2,210,000—
Jan 12, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1927430890

$145,000

+1.4% / yr

Jun 22, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #465219044

$109,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2026

Listed (Active)

KAARMLS #1331788

$2,210,000
01/12/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1927430890

$145,000

+1.4% / yr

06/22/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #465219044

$109,900

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Public Records for 169 Helms Ferry Road

Taxable ValueLand$28,750Additions-Total$28,750
Tax Record2025$546 ($46 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size27,878 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyUNIONAPN007 00209

Schools near 169 Helms Ferry Road

This home is within Union County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Sharps Chapel Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

H Maynard Middle School
Public6 to 8

Union County High School
Public9 to 12

Elementary Middle Alternative
PublicK to 8

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169 Helms Ferry Road is a single family home for sale in Sharps Chapel, TN 37866. This property was listed for sale on March 11, 2026 by RE/MAX Tri Star, it's currently listed at $2,210,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on January 12, 2026. This listing's school district is Union County School District. Nearby schools include Sharps Chapel Elementary School, H Maynard Middle School and Union County High School. 169 Helms Ferry Road is a 3-bed, 6-bath, 5,000 sqft single family home built in 2009.

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Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Tri Star, Kim Haase; RE/MAX Tri Star, Glenn Haase (865.388.1785)

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