
Residential Land for Sale in Dayton, Tennessee
Melrose Place Lot: 12, Dayton, TN 37321
Looking for a waterfront lot in East Tennessee that's cleared, build-ready, and just minutes from the Tennessee River? Say hello to your future lake house site in the gated community of Melrose Landing in Dayton, TN. This 0.58-acre waterfront lot is already cleared and approved for a 3-bedroom home, making it the perfect option for anyone ready to build without the usual headaches. With approximately 115 feet of shoreline, this property is dock-permittable (pending TVA approval), so you can finally have that private dock you've been dreaming about. Enjoy the perks of gated community living with access to a private boat launch and a peaceful community, all while being just 2 minutes by water from the main channel of the Tennessee River. Whether you're planning to build a weekend getaway or a full-time home, this Dayton TN waterfront lot for sale checks every box: scenic, convenient, and ready to roll. Public utilities are available at the road, so you can get started building your lakeside retreat right away. Craving lake life with less hassle and more fun? This buildable waterfront lot in Dayton, Tennessee is calling your name.
Location
- Street address
- Melrose Place Lot: 12
- County
- Rhea County
- Community
- Melrose Landing
- Elevation
- 699 feet
Directions
From the Rhea County Welcome Center head north on Hwy 27. Turn right onto Hwy 30. Follow for almost 4 miles. Turn right onto Cottonport Rd. Follow for almost 3 miles. Turn right onto Melrose Pl until you get to the gate. Turn on the first right. Lot is on the right. Sign in yard.
Property details
- Lot size
- 0.58 acres25,265 sq ft
- Zoning
- R-1
- MLS #
- CAR 1513338
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $300 - 092J A 012.00
Parcels
- 092j A 012.00
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Lot
- View
- Lake, Water
- Waterfront
- Lake Front, River Access
- Features
- Cleared, Level, Private, Rural, Waterfront
Exterior
- Features
- Private Yard
Structure
- Water
- Public
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Public | Available | — |
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frazier Elementary School | Elementary | — | — |
| Rhea County Middle | Middle | — | — |
| Rhea County High School | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | Price drop | $120,000 | $10,000 -7.7% | CAR |
| May 22, 2025 | New listing | $130,000 | — | CAR |
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