517 Mill Creek Rd
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SPANNING OVER 73 ACRES OF ROLLING PASTURE and WOODED LAND, this exceptional East Tennessee property offers the perfect blend of open farmland, scenic mountain views, and endless potential. The land is partially fenced and currently being farmed with cattle, featuring beautiful, usable pastures ideal for livestock, horses, or future agricultural use. Multiple barns and sheds provide ample space for equipment, storage, or expansion of your farming operation. At the heart of the property sits a charming...SPANNING OVER 73 ACRES OF ROLLING PASTURE and WOODED LAND, this exceptional East Tennessee property offers the perfect blend of open farmland, scenic mountain views, and endless potential. The land is partially fenced and currently being farmed with cattle, featuring beautiful, usable pastures ideal for livestock, horses, or future agricultural use. Multiple barns and sheds provide ample space for equipment, storage, or expansion of your farming operation. At the heart of the property sits a charming farmhouse originally built in the 1800s, offering a rare opportunity for restoration or full remodel. The home features 2 bedrooms located upstairs and a full bathroom on the main level, along with a storage building located just behind the home for added convenience. Whether you choose to preserve its historic character or create a custom modern farmhouse, the possibilities are wide open. Located just minutes from Watauga Lake and a short drive to Boone, NC, this property offers both peaceful rural living and easy access to outdoor recreation, dining, and shopping. Ideal for a working farm, homestead, family estate, or investment property, this remarkable tract combines acreage, views, and location-making it a truly rare find in East Tennessee. No restrictions! Property is being sold ''as is''. Please do not drive onto property without a scheduled appointment. Buyer/buyer's agent to verify all info.
- Listed by Jessica Harkness • Foundation Realty Group
Property Details for 517 Mill Creek Road
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
ViewMountain(s)
ZoningRES
SubdivisionNot In Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 11:34 AM
Property Details for 517 Mill Creek Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 9990659 |
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Taxes | $926 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1880 |
| Lot Size | 73.00 AC / 3,179,880 SF |
| County | Johnson County |
Location
Listing Courtesy of Foundation Realty Group, Jessica Harkness (423.291.9584)
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Building Information for 517 Mill Creek Road
Stories-Year Built1880Building Size-Lot Size73.00 AC / 3,179,880 SF
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$3,488 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
Principal and Interest
$3,411
Property Taxes
$77
HOA Dues
$0
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Property Information for 517 Mill Creek Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- City: Mountain City
- County: Johnson
- Directions: From Mountain City, take Highway 421 S towards Boone, NC, turn right onto Highway 167 (Roan Creek Road), turn left onto Big Dry Run Road, turn left onto Mill Creek Road, property will on the left, see sign.
- Latitude: 36.37
- Longitude: -81.86
- Postal Code: 37683
- State Or Province: TN
- Topography: Level, Part Wooded, Pasture, Rolling Slope, Sloped
- MLS Area Major: 316 - Mtn. City/Johnson County
- MLS Area Minor: 316 - Mtn. City/Johnson County
- General Property Description : Zoning: RES
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 177
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: 077 040.00
- Association Fee: 0.0
- General Property Description : Deed Book: 177
- General Property Description : Deed Page: 636
- Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
- Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $925.99
School Information
- High School: Johnson Co
- Middle Or Junior School: Johnson Co
- Elementary School: Roan Creek
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Size Dimensions: See Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 3,179,880.00
- Lot Size Acres: 73.0
- Lot Size Area: 73.00
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Living Area: 1,701.00
- Building Area Total: 1,701.00
- General Property Description : Acres: 73.00
- General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 1701.0
- General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0
- SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1125
- SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 576
- SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 0
- SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
- Property Condition: Below Average, Fixer
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Year Built: 1880
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- New Construction: No
- Showing Instructions : Sign: Yes
Utilities
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
- Cooling: None
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
- Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Storage
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
- Rooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
- Cooling: No
- Heating: Yes
- Levels: Two
- BedroomsTotal: 2
- Bathrooms Full: 1
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Block, Wood Siding, See Remarks
- Fencing: Pasture
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Roof: Shingle
- Heating : Heat Pump: Oil, Propane
- Other Structures : Barn(s): Yes
- Other Structures : Storage: Yes
- Roof : Shingle: Yes
Property History for 517 Mill Creek Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9990659 | $699,900 | — |
| Sep 14, 2007 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #576213147 | $335,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | Listed (Active) Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9990659 | $699,900 |
| 09/14/2007 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #576213147 | $335,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 517 Mill Creek Road
Taxable ValueLand$22,800Additions$19,100Total$41,900
Tax Record2024$926 ($77 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,701 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,701 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,179,880 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1880Year Renovated1977CountyJOHNSONAPN077 04000
Schools near 517 Mill Creek 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 |
|---|---|---|
Roan Creek Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Johnson Co Middle School Public7 to 8 | ||
Johnson Co High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Doe Elementary School PublicPK to 6 |
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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Listing Courtesy of Foundation Realty Group, Jessica Harkness (423.291.9584)
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