If Walls Could Talk!! Unbelievable, historic farm in Sparta, Tennessee. Known as the County House Farm, the main home was constructed of the finest materials available in 1831. With a storied history, this farm dates back to the War of 1812 and the Civil War. There are over 250 acres of beautiful Tennessee farmland that offers approximately 3 miles of Calfkiller River frontage, mountain views from every angle, 3 ponds, 11 springs, 8 caves, and lots of wildlife to enjoy. The main home currently has all the history uncovered and ready for you to make it your own. The 3 bedroom 2 bath guest house is newly renovated and offers 1344 sq ft., large kitchen, and open living area. The property that is used for a cattle farm has good fencing, a large barn, and several other buildings.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Traditional
Year Built: 1900
Living Area: 6,096 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: True North Real Estate Services, LLC
Office Phone: (931) 510-9813
Listing Agent: Brad Lewis
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Concrete, Other
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: Pond, River Front
View: Mountain(s), River
Exterior: Barn(s), Carriage/Guest House
Parking Information:
Attached Garage: No
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level
Lot Size: 250.37 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: HWY 111S, GO ALMOST TO WHERE THE HWY 111S SPLITS ONTO HWY 70S TOWARD MCMINNVILLE. JUST BEFORE THE SPLIT, TURN RIGHT ONTO MESSENGER RD., PROPERTY IS AT THE END OF THE ROAD.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,500,000
Price Per SqFt: $574/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,496
Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $3.2M more than the Median Sold Price and $393/SqFt more than other homes in Sparta, TN.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: REALTRAC
MLS Number: #2564608
Listing Office:
Office Name: True North Real Estate Services, LLC
Office Phone: (931) 510-9813
Listing Agent: Brad Lewis
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Sep 03, 2021
Sep 03, 2021Home Sold
$1,622,500
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$2,496
$121,775
2019
$1,880
$96,850
2018
$1,880
$91,725
2017
$1,880
$91,725
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
4
/10
Woodland Park Elementary School
88 Panther Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.52 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
6
/10
Doyle Elementary School
174 W Gooseneck Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.60 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
6
/10
Findlay Elementary School
576 Hale St
Distance between this listing and this school5.99 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
6
/10
White County Middle School
300 Turn Table Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.92 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
/10
Eastside Elementary School
2121 Old Rock Island Rd
Distance between this listing and this school14.01 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
4
/10
Prescott South Middle School
1859 S Jefferson Ave
Distance between this listing and this school16.68 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
White County High School
267 Allen Dr
Distance between this listing and this school4.72 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Van Buren County High School
337 Sparta St
Distance between this listing and this school8.28 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
4
/10
Vital: Upper Cumberland E-Learning Network
1400 E Spring St
Distance between this listing and this school19.37 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,529. The most common annual income of people living in Sparta, TN is less than $35k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 899 Messenger Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 899 Messenger Rd property is $3,500,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 899 Messenger Rd is a house located in Sparta, Tennessee, 38583.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 899 Messenger Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,496 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on September 3, 2021 for $1,622,500. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 899 Messenger Rd has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 899 Messenger Rd is 6,096 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 899 Messenger Rd is 1900.
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This home is located at 899 Messenger Rd in Sparta, TN and zip code 38583. This 6,096 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 250.37 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 29, 2023 and is currently priced at $3,500,000.
Sparta, TN housing market in November 2024 saw over 9 listings sold above listed price, more than 6 sold at listed price and over 18 sold below. The number of listings in Sparta, TN increased by 4.5% between October 2024 and November 2024. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 147 days, the median list price was $289,929.
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