Last Sold Price
3 beds1,135 sqft$240/sqft
5231 Watkins Ford Rd, Southside, TN 37171

Description

Country oasis 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on almost 2 acres in sought after Southside! Walk-out basement is insulated, partially finished, and could easily operate as a 4th bedroom, plus flex space. Single car garage with insulated door. Enjoy no city taxes, no noise ordinances, and no front or backyard neighbors. Tree-lined for privacy, bird watching and picking blackberries & elderberries, with a partial clearing for gardening, bring the ATVS, guns, and your swimsuits! The home has a deck-lined...Country oasis 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on almost 2 acres in sought after Southside! Walk-out basement is insulated, partially finished, and could easily operate as a 4th bedroom, plus flex space. Single car garage with insulated door. Enjoy no city taxes, no noise ordinances, and no front or backyard neighbors. Tree-lined for privacy, bird watching and picking blackberries & elderberries, with a partial clearing for gardening, bring the ATVS, guns, and your swimsuits! The home has a deck-lined above-ground pool. The brand-new appliance package includes matching fridge, stove, micro, and dishwasher; all fingerprint resistant. Under the sink, there's a reverse osmosis system installed. Washer & dryer convey. Extra storage uniquely hidden under the house. Prime location for tranquility and natural beauty. What are you waiting for?
LISTING CLOSED: 07/27/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Wendi Potter • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
    P: (931) 291-1617 C: (931) 291-1617 propertywizardpotter@gmail.com

Property Details for 5231 Watkins Ford Road

Status
MLS #
3243666
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$978 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1973
Lot Size
1.81 AC / 78,843 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Rubens Ridge
View
Bluff
Waterfront
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Wendi Potter (931.291.1617)

Sold By The Ashton Real Estate Group of RE/MAX Advantage, Ashley Warren (615.586.0617)

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Building Information for 5231 Watkins Ford Road

Stories1Year Built1973Building Size-Lot Size1.81 AC / 78,843 SF

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Property Information for 5231 Watkins Ford Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the Historic Southside Market, go south on Chapel Hill Road, turn right on Watkins Ford Rd, the home is approximately 1.5 miles on the left.
  • Elementary School: Montgomery Central Elementary
  • High School: Montgomery Central High
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Middle Or Junior School: Montgomery Central Middle
  • Mlg Can View: Yes
Parking
  • Total Non Garage Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Driveway
  • Parking Total: 4.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Condo Coop Association YN: No
Property
Building Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Source: Assessor
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 063147 01600 00016147
  • Lot Size Area: 1.81
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Vinyl Siding
  • Documents Count: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built Details: Existing
Utilities
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Cooktop, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Smart Appliance(s), Water Purifier
  • Interior Features: Air Filter, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Air Purifier
Bedroom Information
  • Main Level Beds: 3
Exterior Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Exterior Features: No Dock
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Garage: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered, Deck, Patio, Screened
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 14x12
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Features: Basement Level
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12x14
  • Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14x17
  • Room Features: Separate
  • Room Type: Living Room

Property History for 5231 Watkins Ford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 27, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1945337753

$272,000

+9.3% / yr

Jul 27, 2026

Closed

REALTRACS #3243666

$272,000
Jun 20, 2026

Contract - Not Showing

REALTRACS #3243666

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/27/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1945337753

$272,000

+9.3% / yr

07/27/2026

Closed

REALTRACS #3243666

$272,000
06/20/2026

Contract - Not Showing

REALTRACS #3243666

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Public Records for 5231 Watkins Ford Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$978 ($82 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,231 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,135 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt96 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,071 SqFtStories1Lot Size80,586 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973Year Renovated1973ZoningAGCountyMONTGOMERYAPN147 01600 000

Schools near 5231 Watkins Ford Road

This home is within Montgomery County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Montgomery Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Montgomery Central Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montgomery Central High School
Public9 to 12

Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale
PublicK to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5231 Watkins Ford Road, Southside, TN 37171
$272,000
3
1,135
78,843
1
1,147
184,259
$549,000
3
3,164
273,992
$535,000
4
2,691
255,261
$495,000
3
2,804
102,366
$550,000
4
2,736
69,696

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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Wendi Potter (931.291.1617)

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