$289,929
About this home
Welcome to 581 Idlewild Dr in Thousand Oaks, where nature, privacy, and comfortable living come together. Surrounded by mature trees and undeveloped neighboring lots, this 0.45-acre setting offers room to spread out and stunning views of Wonder Lake from the front yard - exterior living at its finest. This private community lake is perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, electric boating, or enjoying a peaceful afternoon stroll. This remodeled brick home blends trendy updates with timeless appeal. Fresh blue exterior paint adds character and standout curb appeal, while updated flooring, fresh interior paint, and thoughtful design touches create an inviting atmosphere. A wall of windows fills the space with natural light as you enter the home. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances just two years old alongside a combination dining area. The functional layout balances connection and privacy, with a centrally located guest bedroom and full bathroom. Tucked away at the end of the home, the primary suite offers a private ensuite and walk-in closet. The third bedroom provides flexibility for guests, a home office, or a hobby space overlooking the changing seasons. Practical features include a metal roof installed in 2016, home windows replaced in 2016, and garage windows updated in 2023 - all windows carry a lifetime warranty. A convenient one-car garage and matching exterior storage building provide extra space for parking and outdoor essentials. Voluntary HOA fee helps support lake maintenance. Enjoy the charm of a remodeled home, the breathing room of a generous yard, and the added appeal of Wonder Lake just beyond your front door. 1 year home warranty for peace of mind.
Property details
- MLS
- East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
- MLS #
- 1359346
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Thousand Oaks S/D
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- On market date
- October 19, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.45 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
- 182
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.4:1
- District
- White County
- Enrollment
- 810
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.5:1
- District
- White County
- Enrollment
- 1,100
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.5:1
- District
- White County
Walkability
Blended score for Sparta'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
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Data source: Listing information provided by East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 3 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.