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Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Sparta, Tennessee

242 Overlook Dr, Sparta, TN 38583

$999,900
16.3 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $5,626/mo

Stunning, picturesque views of Hickory Valley and Spencer Mountain create an unforgettable backdrop for this custom-built log home, 16.257 acres. Combining beautiful craftsmanship with features that support a more self-sufficient lifestyle, this distinctive retreat offers raised garden beds, a stocked pond, private well water with a water softener, and a 24kW Generac generator. Soaring ceilings, exposed log beams, expansive windows, and white oak floors bring warmth and character to the interior, while spacious decks invite you to relax and enjoy the scenery. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, a professional refrigerator, gas range, and a center island topped with black walnut harvested from the property. Wood-burning stoves in the main living area and primary bedroom provide cozy supplemental heat. The primary suite includes a walk-in cedar closet and marble shower, while the loft offers a welcoming sitting area with a window seat. The finished walkout basement provides comfortable guest quarters with a kitchen, hickory cabinets, living area, two bedrooms, and a bathroom with laundry facilities—ideal for extended stays or multigenerational living. Additional features include a safe room/storm shelter, Superior Walls concrete foundation system, two gas HVAC systems, an on-demand water heater, PEX plumbing, security system, fiber internet, accessibility features, and an attached two-car garage. A detached 30x40 insulated garage/workshop with heating, air conditioning, and a full bath offers excellent space for projects and storage, complemented by woodshed. The larger acreage offering includes approximately 10 wooded acres, and the property features a mapped cave known as “Duke’s Den.” Utility district water is also available. With room to grow your own food, enjoy outdoor recreation, and embrace a more sustainable country lifestyle, this exceptional property brings together everyday comfort and the beauty of Tennessee living.

3,840
Sq feet
4
Beds
3
Full baths
2006
Built

Location

Street address
242 Overlook Dr
Zip code
38583
Community
Hickory Valley Highlands
Elevation
1,009 feet
Coordinates
35.8358, -85.4229

Directions

FROM WCCH GO EAST ON BOCKMAN RT ON MAPLE LEFT ON S. YOUNG STREET. BEAR RT TO HICKORY VALLEY ROAD. LEFT ON OVERLOOK DRIVE. HOME ON RIGHT. SEE SIGNS

Property details

Acreage
16.257 acres
MLS #
REALTRACS 3633965
Posted

Property taxes

Recent
$1,707

Parcels

  • 099 01415 000

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Financing
Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA
Possession
Negotiable

Lot

Size Source
Survey
Terrain
Cleared, Rolling Slope, Views, Wooded
View
Mountain(s), Valley
Waterfront
Pond
Features
Cleared, Rolling Slope, Views, Wooded

Exterior

Parking Spaces
6
Parking
Attached/Detached, Garage Door Opener
Outdoor Spaces
Deck, Patio
Structures
Barn(s), Storage

Structure

Style
Log
Stories
3
Basement
Finished
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Central, Dual, Natural Gas, Wood, Wood Stove
Cooling
Central Air
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter

Interior

Above Grade
2,112 sq ft
Below Grade
1,728 sq ft
Flooring
Laminate
Fireplace Count
2
Fireplaces
Great Room, Wood Burning
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Purifier
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security
Security System
Accessibility
Accessible Approach With Ramp
Features
High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatus
GasNatural GasAvailable
SewageSeptic SystemConnected
WaterPrivate WellConnected

Nearby schools

NameType
Woodland Park ElementaryElementary
White Co Middle SchoolMiddle
White County High SchoolHigh

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Nov 8, 2026New listing$999,900—REALTRACS
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This 16.257-acre property is located at 242 Overlook Dr in Sparta, TN 38583. The property is available for sale, priced at $999,900. It has a 3,840 square foot 4-bedroom, 3-bath house built in 2006.

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