278 Old Butler Rd

1,200 Sq. Ft.
$229 / Sq. Ft.
1,200
Sq. Ft.
$229
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautiful cottage nestled on almost 1.5 acres with long range views. No steps, all on one level. This home features a nice sized eat in kitchen/dining room. Mostly new appliances. Large living room with propane fireplace. Also has split system heating and cooling unit. Home has been very well cared for. Large level yard, plenty of room for animals, garden or even another cottage. Roof just a few years old, window with built in storm protection and EMP shield home protection device, many updates....Beautiful cottage nestled on almost 1.5 acres with long range views. No steps, all on one level. This home features a nice sized eat in kitchen/dining room. Mostly new appliances. Large living room with propane fireplace. Also has split system heating and cooling unit. Home has been very well cared for. Large level yard, plenty of room for animals, garden or even another cottage. Roof just a few years old, window with built in storm protection and EMP shield home protection device, many updates. Yard has beautiful landscaping. Furniture could also be purchased. Minutes from downtown Mountain City. Short 20 minute drive to Watauga Lake. This cozy home is a must see. Call you favorite realtor today for your private showing.
  1. Listed by Deborah Roark • Boone Real Estate

Property Details for 278 Old Butler Road

Architectural Style
Cottage
Zoning
Residential
Subdivision
Not In Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2026 09:09 AM

Property Details for 278 Old Butler Road

StatusActive
MLS #9994635
Days on Market40
Taxes$361 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size1.48 AC / 64,468 SF
CountyJohnson County

Location

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Building Information for 278 Old Butler Road

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size1.48 AC / 64,468 SF

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Property Information for 278 Old Butler Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Mountain City
  • County: Johnson
  • Directions: From Walgreens follow Hwy 67 5.3 miles left Dillion Rd, then next right Old Butler Rd, follow to 278 on left
  • Latitude: 36.45
  • Longitude: -81.90
  • Postal Code: 37683
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Level
  • MLS Area Major: 316 - Mtn. City/Johnson County
  • MLS Area Minor: 316 - Mtn. City/Johnson County
  • General Property Description : Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 199
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 053 04401 000
  • Association Fee: 0.0
  • General Property Description : Deed Book: 199
  • General Property Description : Deed Page: 766
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $360.78
School Information
  • High School: Johnson Co
  • Middle Or Junior School: Johnson Co
  • Elementary School: Doe
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: See acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 64,468.80
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.48
  • Lot Size Area: 1.48
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1,200.00
  • Building Area Total: 1,200.00
  • General Property Description : Acres: 1.48
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 1200.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1200
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 0
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: True
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Cooling: Central Air, See Remarks
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Laminate Counters
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: No
  • BedroomsTotal: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace : Living Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Parking Features: Asphalt
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Central, Electric, Propane
  • Senior Community: No
  • Roof : Asphalt: Yes
  • Roof : Shingle: Yes

Property History for 278 Old Butler Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9994635

$275,000—
Sep 11, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #434965975

$10,000—
Sep 11, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #434506310

$38,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9994635

$275,000
09/11/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #434965975

$10,000
09/11/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #434506310

$38,000

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

Public Records for 278 Old Butler Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,950Additions$12,375Total$16,325
Tax Record2024$361 ($30 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtStories1Lot Size64,469 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1977CountyJOHNSONAPN053 04401

Schools near 278 Old Butler Road

This home is within Johnson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Doe Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Johnson Co Middle School
Public7 to 8

Johnson Co High School
Public9 to 12

Roan Creek Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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278 Old Butler Road is a single family home for sale in Mountain City, TN 37683. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Boone Real Estate, it's currently listed at $275,000. It has been on the market for a total of 40 days and was last sold on September 11, 2014. This listing's school district is Johnson County School District. Nearby schools include Doe Elementary School, Johnson Co Middle School and Johnson Co High School. 278 Old Butler Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,200 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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Listing Courtesy of Boone Real Estate, Deborah Roark (423.444.1041)

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