$540,000
About this home
Tucked just outside the city limits of Athens, this rare multi-home opportunity offers privacy, flexibility, and built-in income potential on just over an acre. The long, quiet driveway sets the tone—secluded, peaceful, and welcoming—making this property ideal for investors, multi-generational living, or those wanting space to live and earn. The brick rancher features 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, filled with natural light and timeless character from the moment you step inside. Beautiful luxury vinyl floors, abundant kitchen cabinetry and countertops, and expansive storage make it a true cook's delight. The fully finished basement includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a den, and a full kitchen with appliances, plus a dedicated private entrance, creating an ideal mother-in-law suite or income-producing rental. Step out onto the rear deck with breathtaking views, enjoy the fenced yard perfect for pets or play, and cool off in the above-ground pool. Fruit trees and seasonal flowers complete the picture with vibrant color and charm. The second home, a 10-year-old rancher, offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open, inviting floor plan. The kitchen truly is the heart of the home—designed for gathering, conversation, and connection. Outdoor storage provides space for equipment or a workshop, while a chicken coop and fenced area for small animals support a lifestyle of sustainability and creativity. Gardening and flowering options are endless. Whether you're looking to house hack, generate rental income, accommodate extended family, or invest in a high-demand property, this one delivers. Priced to sell and packed with opportunity—schedule your private showing today and see the potential for yourself.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
- MLS #
- 1325555
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 285
- On market date
- January 6, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 1.35 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.1:1
- District
- Athens
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.0:1
- District
- Athens
- Enrollment
- 1,413
- Student:teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
- District
- McMinn County
Walkability
Blended score for Athens's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Athens, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 10 days ago.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.