171626_0 - 1901 Benson Rd, Cookeville, TN 38506, Cookeville
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$257,000

1901 Benson Rd, Cookeville, TN 38506
Cookeville, TN 38506
Listed by Lisa Tipton · Triple C Realty & Auction, LLC
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
N/A
Year built
1989

About this home

14.5 Acres • Springs • 2 Caves • Outbuildings • Timber • Mountain Views - Mini Farm & Investment Opportunity Discover a rare opportunity to own 14.5 beautiful acres in Putnam County--perfectly suited for those seeking a self-sustaining lifestyle, private retreat, or income-producing property. This property offers the ideal setup for anyone looking to grow their own food, live off the land, or establish a multi-use homestead. With natural springs, a pond, TWO caves, and mature timber (approximately 20 years since last harvest), the land provides both beauty and long-term value. The property is improved with three functional outbuildings, ready for immediate use: 24x24 calf barn with stalls and concrete flooring 30x30 equipment shed with concrete floor, insulated, and 100-amp electrical service Utility barn (3-bay) with open tack room A 2-bedroom, 2-bath mobile home is located on the property and is being sold as-is, offering a great starting point while you build, expand, or invest. Land Features Include: Cleared and fenced areas for horses or livestock Garden area and mature trees Spring-fed water sources + pond Scenic mountain views, especially in winter from the back of the property Mature timber providing potential future harvest value Paved road access with privacy and peaceful surroundings Additional Income Potential: Property is estimated to contain over 1 million tons of flat rock, offering a unique opportunity for future revenue through resource extraction (buyer to verify). With multiple building sites and existing infrastructure, this property is ready for expansion, making it ideal for a family compound, mini farm, or long-term investment.

Property details

MLS #
1357335
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
N/A
On market date
October 1, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
14.75 acres
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Nearby schools

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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Rickman Elementary
3.77 mi away · Grades -1-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
698
Student:teacher ratio
14.9:1
District
Overton County
Middle
Algood Middle School
4.07 mi away · Grades 5-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
722
Student:teacher ratio
15.0:1
District
Putnam County
High
Putnam Co Adult High School
2.93 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
Not yet rated
Local Score not yet available for this school
Enrollment
0
District
Putnam County

Walkability

Blended score for Cookeville'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).

18
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.0 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Cookeville, from live MLS data.

On the market 0 days -- 103 fewer days than Cookeville's current average of 103 days.
For reference, the median list price across 153 active listings in Cookeville right now is $349,900.

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$1,698/mo
$51,400 down
$205,600 loan
Principal & interest$1,334
Property tax (est.)$214
Home insurance (est.)$150

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