494 Tester Rd

Butler, TN 37640

$225,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,112 Sq. Ft.
$107 / Sq. Ft.
2,112
Sq. Ft.
$107
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 3/21/23
Closed 3/21/23
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494 Tester #5

Description

Update! Update! Update! Not sure how i missed this information, but here comes some good news about this listing! Less than 1/2 mile from the driveway is access to the Watauga River, for kayaking, fishing, white water rafting etc... Level 4 to 5 class rapids, rated by Americawhitewater.com. This is a game changer for anyone that is considering the perfect vrbo rental! Take a look at the new photos, call anytime with questions. Come take a look at this three bedroom one and a half bath sitting on...Update! Update! Update! Not sure how i missed this information, but here comes some good news about this listing! Less than 1/2 mile from the driveway is access to the Watauga River, for kayaking, fishing, white water rafting etc... Level 4 to 5 class rapids, rated by Americawhitewater.com. This is a game changer for anyone that is considering the perfect vrbo rental! Take a look at the new photos, call anytime with questions. Come take a look at this three bedroom one and a half bath sitting on 1.83 acres! Only three miles to Watauga Lake! Nine miles to Beech mountain! Fifteen miles to Boone NC.! Twenty Three miles to Bristol Raceway! This property would be perfect for a primary home, and is in a great location for a VRBO! The 700 sq. ft. in the walkout basement is ready for finishing, with second laundry room hook-ups, water supply, and multiple Heat Pump vents already in place! The HVAC system was installed in 2018 and is a 3.5 Ton unit, there is also a wood stove in the basement and a propane stove as well! The metal roof was installed in 2018. The oak hardwood floors and ceramic tile was installed in 2017, kitchen and bath remodeled in 2017. New well pump! Shared well, extended drain field for septic, mountain views of National forest. This one will not last!
  1. Listed by Jerry Redden • Redden Realty

Property Details for 494 Tester Road

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
Mountain(s)
Zoning
Residential
Subdivision
Not In Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 10/07/2024 11:25 PM

Property Details for 494 Tester Road

StatusClosed
MLS #9934551
Days on Market384
Taxes$588 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2002
Lot Size1.83 AC / 79,714 SF
CountyJohnson County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Redden Realty, Jerry Redden (423.512.1430)

Sold By LPT Realty - Griffin Home Group, Katie Jarrett (423.482.0743)

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Building Information for 494 Tester Road

Stories-Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size1.83 AC / 79,714 SF

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Property Information for 494 Tester Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Butler
  • County: Johnson
  • Directions: From Hwy 321 and Greggs Branch, east on Hwy 321 for 1/2 mile, left on Tester Road for 1/2 mile, driveway on right. Supra on Back door.
  • Latitude: 36.29
  • Longitude: -81.94
  • Postal Code: 37640
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Part Wooded, Sloped
  • 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: 186
  • Parcel Number: 100 078.05
  • Association Fee: 0.0
  • General Property Description : Deed Book: 186
  • General Property Description : Deed Page: 920
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $588.25
School Information
  • High School: Johnson Co
  • Middle Or Junior School: Johnson Co
  • Elementary School: Roan Creek
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: SEE ACRES
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 79,714.80
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.83
  • Lot Size Area: 1.83
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2,112.00
  • Building Area Total: 2,816.00
  • General Property Description : Acres: 1.83
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 2112.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 704.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1408
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 704
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 704
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Documents Available: Property Condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Showing Instructions : Vacant: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, See Remarks
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Eat-in Kitchen, Remodeled
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Basement: Concrete, Heated, Partially Finished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • BedroomsTotal: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace : Living Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Parking Features: Gravel
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back, Balcony, Deck
  • Roof: Metal
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Heat Pump, Wood Stove
  • Walls : Drywall: Yes
  • Walls : Wood: Yes

Property History for 494 Tester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 21, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1510565024

$225,000

+15.4% / yr

Mar 21, 2023

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$225,000—
Feb 17, 2023

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
Feb 17, 2023

Contract - Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
Jun 29, 2022

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$289,000—
Apr 8, 2022

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
Apr 8, 2022

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$343,000—
Jun 22, 2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576201021

$10,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/21/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1510565024

$225,000

+15.4% / yr

03/21/2023

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$225,000
02/17/2023

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
02/17/2023

Contract - Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
06/29/2022

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$289,000
04/08/2022

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

—
04/08/2022

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9934551

$343,000
06/22/2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576201021

$10,000

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

Public Records for 494 Tester Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,725Additions$28,775Total$32,500
Tax Record2024$718 ($60 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,408 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,408 SqFtStories2Lot Size79,715 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002Year Renovated2005CountyJOHNSONAPN100 07805

Schools near 494 Tester Road

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