Closed
Last Sold Price
$171,900
2 beds1,460 sqft

297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN 37861

Description

Welcome home to this relaxing 2 BR/2BA retreat. The 10.69 acre wooded lot allows for complete privacy while the wrap around porch and deck provide an abundance of scenic views. Explore the property and you'll discover the creek and small waterfall. Inside, you'll find a large, open living area & kitchen with new farm sink and great acacia wood countertops plus a large island with acacia wood top. 2 bedrooms upstairs share an updated bath with new countertop and flooring. The newly renovated lower...Welcome home to this relaxing 2 BR/2BA retreat. The 10.69 acre wooded lot allows for complete privacy while the wrap around porch and deck provide an abundance of scenic views. Explore the property and you'll discover the creek and small waterfall. Inside, you'll find a large, open living area & kitchen with new farm sink and great acacia wood countertops plus a large island with acacia wood top. 2 bedrooms upstairs share an updated bath with new countertop and flooring. The newly renovated lower level is a great rec room/den with a full bath, woodburning stove, and laundry connections. New metal roof and heating and a/c in 2016.
Single FamilyProperty Type
10.69 acresLot Size
1998Year Built
$118/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces
  • Listed by: Bill Eanes • Realty Executives Associates
Listing closed: 10/05/2018 01:00 AM
Source: REALTRACS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 2878869
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Median sold price

$195,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

93.2%

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Property information

297 Lester Whitt Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $700 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Grainger County
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Waterfron Features: Creek
  • Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Lot Size: 10.69 AC / 465,656 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

  • Directions: From Knoxville, take exit 392 for US-11W North. In approximately 31 miles, turn right on to Rocky Branch Road. Turn right on to Lester Whitt Rd. Property is on the left. Sign on property.
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Mlg Can View: Yes

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Total: 1.00

Property

Building Information

  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Laminate, Parquet, Tile

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Doors

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Other, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.69
  • Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 050 09702 000
  • Lot Size Area: 10.69

Property and Assessments

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Documents Count: 2
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built Details: EXIST

Utilities

  • Basement: Finished
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

Bedroom Information

  • Main Level Beds: 2

Exterior Features

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Exterior Features: No Dock
  • Garage: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Private: No
  • View YN: Yes

Property History

297 Lester Whitt Road

DateEventPrice
Oct 5, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #632331526

$171,900
Oct 5, 2018

Closed

REALTRACS #2878869

$171,900
Oct 5, 2018

Closed

KAARMLS #1053333

$171,900
DateEventPrice
10/05/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #632331526

$171,900
10/05/2018

Closed

REALTRACS #2878869

$171,900
10/05/2018

Closed

KAARMLS #1053333

$171,900

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

Public records

297 Lester Whitt Road

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

960 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

960 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

960 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

465,656 SqFt

Schools

Near 297 Lester Whitt Road

This home is within Grainger County School District.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 297 Lester Whitt Road, Rutledge, TN 37861
$171,900
2
1,460
465,656
–
–
1
1,260
43,560
–
–
2
2,160
94,090
–
–
–
840
318,424
–
–
3
3,117
237,402
–
–
1
1,002
21,780

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Listing Courtesy of Realty Executives Associates, Bill Eanes (865.323.8687)

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