257 Cripple Creek Loop

Watauga, TN 37694

$459,000
Price
3
Beds
1,736 Sq. Ft.
$264 / Sq. Ft.
1,736
Sq. Ft.
$264
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Move-in ready, fully furnished, and truly one of a kind. Welcome to 257 Cripple Creek Loop in beautiful Watauga, Tennessee; an exceptional site-built, one-level home set on a breathtaking 6.74-acre mountain property with water features, views, and space to live, relax, and entertain. This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a detached studio apartment with its own full bath, perfect for guests, extended family, or a private workspace. All furniture and appliances convey, making...Move-in ready, fully furnished, and truly one of a kind. Welcome to 257 Cripple Creek Loop in beautiful Watauga, Tennessee; an exceptional site-built, one-level home set on a breathtaking 6.74-acre mountain property with water features, views, and space to live, relax, and entertain. This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a detached studio apartment with its own full bath, perfect for guests, extended family, or a private workspace. All furniture and appliances convey, making this property truly turn-key. From the moment you arrive, you'll be drawn to the peaceful setting. Enjoy your mornings on the front porch, listening to the gentle sounds of the stream that lines the front of the property, or spend evenings overlooking the fully stocked pond featuring bass, catfish, carp, and bluegill. The land also includes apple trees, grapevines, blackberry vines, a horseshoe pit, a fire pit, and even a zip line stretching across the property, outdoor enjoyment at its finest. Inside, the home features a well-designed floor plan with large rooms throughout, warm neutral colors, and new luxury vinyl plank flooring. The front of the home offers a formal living room and a spacious formal dining room, ideal for gatherings and entertaining. The nicely updated kitchen includes new appliances and opens to a cozy den that leads directly to the large rear deck, perfect for outdoor living. The primary bedroom is generously sized and includes a renovated en-suite bath with newer granite countertops and ceramic tile flooring. Two additional guest bedrooms share a fully updated guest bathroom. Downstairs, you'll find a full unfinished basement that is plumbed and heated/cooled by central HVAC, offering incredible potential for expansion, storage, or recreation. The basement currently includes a pool table, ping pong table, and bed (all conveying), making it an ideal flex space for a gym, entertainment room, or hobby area, along with a separate canning/workshop room. Additional features include a large two-car attached garage with workspace, security system, central heating and air, and ample storage throughout the home. Conveniently located just minutes from Elizabethton and Johnson City, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, natural beauty, and accessibility. If you're searching for a peaceful mountain retreat with acreage, water, views, and room to grow, this one truly has it all. Property being Sold ''AS IS'' Buyer/Buyer's agent to verify any and all information deemed reliable as retrieved from CRS and owner.
  1. Listed by Wendy Gass • Lantern Real Estate • ashley@lantern-realestate.com

Property Details for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Mountain(s), Creek/Stream
Zoning
Residential
Subdivision
Not In Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 02/09/2026 11:05 AM

Property Details for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

StatusActive
MLS #9989692
Days on Market50
Taxes$1,128 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1990
Lot Size6.74 AC / 293,594 SF
CountyCarter County

Location

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Building Information for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

Stories-Year Built1990Building Size-Lot Size6.74 AC / 293,594 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,331 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,237

Property Taxes

$94

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Watauga
  • County: Carter
  • Directions: From Elizabethton, traveling Highway 400. Turn right onto Cripple Creek Loop. Travel .75 miles. Home on the left. See sign
  • Latitude: 36.38
  • Longitude: -82.26
  • Postal Code: 37694
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Level, Rolling Slope
  • MLS Area Major: 314 - Carter County
  • MLS Area Minor: 314 - Carter County
  • General Property Description : Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 472
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 026 068.09
  • Association Fee: 0.0
  • General Property Description : Deed Book: 472
  • General Property Description : Deed Page: 84
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $1,128.15
School Information
  • High School: Elizabethton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Central
  • Elementary School: Central
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 293, 593 sq ft
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 293,594.40
  • Lot Size Acres: 6.74
  • Lot Size Area: 6.74
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1,736.00
  • Building Area Total: 2,520.00
  • General Property Description : Acres: 6.74
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 1736.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 784.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1736
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 784
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Above Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Showing Instructions : Sign: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Basement: Block, Concrete, Plumbed
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • BedroomsTotal: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Parking Features: Attached, Concrete
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back, Deck, Front Porch
  • Roof: Metal
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Central, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Walls : Drywall: Yes

Property History for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 9, 2026

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9989692

$459,000—
Jan 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9989692

$479,000—
Jan 21, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1482146686

$342,000

+18.9% / yr

Jan 21, 2022

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$342,000—
Dec 21, 2021

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

—
Dec 21, 2021

Contract - Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

—
Dec 16, 2021

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$389,000—
Dec 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$399,000—
Aug 23, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #651871276

$225,000—
Aug 23, 2019

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

$225,000—
Aug 22, 2019

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

—
Jul 9, 2019

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

$225,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/09/2026

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9989692

$459,000
01/02/2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9989692

$479,000
01/21/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1482146686

$342,000

+18.9% / yr

01/21/2022

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$342,000
12/21/2021

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

—
12/21/2021

Contract - Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

—
12/16/2021

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$389,000
12/09/2021

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9931835

$399,000
08/23/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #651871276

$225,000
08/23/2019

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

$225,000
08/22/2019

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

—
07/09/2019

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #424234

$225,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 257 Cripple Creek Loop

Taxable ValueLand$13,750Additions$38,000Total$51,750
Tax Record2024$1,128 ($94 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt784 SqFtStories1Lot Size293,594 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1990Year Renovated2001CountyCARTERAPN026 06809

Schools near 257 Cripple Creek Loop

This home is within Carter County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Keenburg Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Carter County Online Academy
Public - 4 to 12
Central Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Happy Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Keenburg Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Carter County Online Academy
Public4 to 12

Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Happy Valley High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 257 Cripple Creek Loop, Watauga, TN 37694

257 Cripple Creek Loop is a single family home for sale in Watauga, TN 37694. This property was listed for sale on January 2, 2026 by Lantern Real Estate, it's currently listed at $459,000. It has been on the market for a total of 50 days and was last sold on January 21, 2022. This listing's school district is Carter County School District. Nearby schools include Keenburg Elementary School, Carter County Online Academy and Central Elementary School. 257 Cripple Creek Loop is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,736 sqft single family home built in 1990.

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