2971 Highway 39W, Athens, TN 37303 (MLS# 1354857)

2971 Highway 39W, Athens, TN 37303

New Listing

$799,000

Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 4 Square Footage: 4,780 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 827,640 Status: Active

Current Price: $799,000 List Date: 9/09/2026 Last Modified: 9/14/2026

Overview

Description

Some homes have a way of making you slow down, stay awhile, and imagine the memories waiting to be made. Set on approximately 19 acres in Athens, Tennessee, this 4,779.5 sq. ft. brick farmhouse is one of those special places. A home with room to gather, land to explore, and endless possibilities for its next chapter. Surrounded by peaceful acreage and seasonal views, the property offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, multiple living spaces, a barn, and the kind of privacy that makes country living so special. Whether your dream is to raise a family here, bring the animals, create a farm or homestead, explore the possibility of another homesite, or simply enjoy having 19 acres to call your own, there is room here for that dream to grow. This is a home with good bones, generous spaces, and so much character already in place. While it is ready for some updates, repairs, and a little extra love, it also gives its next owners the opportunity to breathe new life into it and make it truly their own ... (Read more) Some homes have a way of making you slow down, stay awhile, and imagine the memories waiting to be made. Set on approximately 19 acres in Athens, Tennessee, this 4,779.5 sq. ft. brick farmhouse is one of those special places. A home with room to gather, land to explore, and endless possibilities for its next chapter. Surrounded by peaceful acreage and seasonal views, the property offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, multiple living spaces, a barn, and the kind of privacy that makes country living so special. Whether your dream is to raise a family here, bring the animals, create a farm or homestead, explore the possibility of another homesite, or simply enjoy having 19 acres to call your own, there is room here for that dream to grow. This is a home with good bones, generous spaces, and so much character already in place. While it is ready for some updates, repairs, and a little extra love, it also gives its next owners the opportunity to breathe new life into it and make it truly their own. Step inside and you'll find a home designed for living and gathering. Natural light fills the interior, while a welcoming foyer leads into the living room with real hardwood floors and an electric fireplace. The spacious laundry room features a utility sink, and the kitchen offers generous workspace along with a breakfast nook made for slow mornings and conversations over coffee. Multiple entrances throughout the home create an easy connection to the outdoors and surrounding acreage. The sunroom may quickly become a favorite place to spend time, with a wood-burning fireplace and a cozy setting for watching the seasons change outside. The primary suite has a character all on its own with beautiful ceiling beams and private access to the porch, a peaceful spot to begin or end the day. Three additional bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility for family, guests, a home office, hobby room, or whatever the next owners may need. Downstairs, you'll find even more space waiting for a new vision. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the basement, while an additional garage, storage rooms, workshop space, and a full bathroom provide a great starting point for what this level could one day become. With the right improvements, future owners could explore transforming portions of the basement into additional living or entertaining space, guest accommodations, an in-law setup, a hobby area, or a more customized workshop. The possibilities are there for someone ready to bring their ideas to life. Outside, the approximately 19 acres offer a blank canvas for the life you've imagined. The barn provides space for animals, equipment, storage, or future projects, while the land invites you to roam, garden, farm, build, or simply enjoy the quiet. With wide-open space all around, there's room to watch the sunsets, enjoy the changing seasons, and create new memories for years to come. And although it feels peacefully tucked away in the country, you're less than 10 minutes from the conveniences of Athens and within easy reach of I-75. This is the kind of property that has been a home in every sense of the word. It may be ready for a little love and a fresh vision, but that's part of what makes the opportunity so special, the chance for someone new to make it their own and begin the next chapter of this beautiful 19-acre property.

Listing Details MLS# 1354857

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 2971
Street Name: Highway 39W
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37303
PIN #: 074 068.00

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 799000

General Property Description

Type: 2 Story
Acres: 19
Acre Source: Tax Records
Site Built: Yes
Restrictions: No
SqFt - Total (Aprox): 4779.5
SqFt - Main Lvl: 3046
SqFt - Down Lvl: 1733.5
# Bedrooms: 4
Baths - Full: 3
Baths - 1/2: Yes
# of Rooms: 14
Fireplace: Yes
# Fireplace: 3
Property Status: N/A
HOA: No
Year Built: 1970
Bonus Room: No

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-09-09

More Information

Property Features

Style: Traditional Construction: Brick Siding: Brick Basement: Partially Finished; Plumbed; Walkout Lot Description: Private; Wooded View: Country Setting; Seasonal Mountain View Fireplace: Wood Burning; Electric Floors: Carpet; Hardwood; Tile Fuel: Electric Heat: Central Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Intercom; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Security Alarm; Washer Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Public Other Rooms: Bedroom Main Level; Extra Storage; Family Room; Great Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level; Sunroom; Workshop Misc Features: Internet Available; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Deck Outbuildings: Barn Dining Area: Formal Dining Area; Living Rm/Dining Rm Showing: See Agent Instructns New Financing: Cash; Conventional; Other

Room Information

Room Name
Master Bedroom

IDX

Listing Office: United Country Real Estate/Tennessee Real Properties

Last Updated: September - 14 - 2026

The data relating to real estate for sale on this Web Site comes from the IDX Program of the East Tennessee REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service. © Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, and that the data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. This information is updated daily, however, some of these properties may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. The Real Estate Broker providing this data believes it to be correct, but advises interested parties to confirm the data before relying on it in a purchase decision.