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899 Messenger Rd

Sparta, TN 38583
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt6,096

Sqft

Acres250.37

Acres(Lot)

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.

Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,399,000

AD Id : 64316458

MLS Id : RTC2823560

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 250.37 Acres

Living Area Size : 6,096

Year Built : 1900

County : White County

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Interior Features

    Roof: Shingle Appliances: Range

    Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Concrete, Other Construction Materials: Stone
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Heat Pump Has Heating: Yes Cooling: Central Air Has Cooling: Yes Water front: 1 WaterSource: Private

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Level Lot Size Area: 250.37 Lot Acres: 250.37

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Traditional

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$3399000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $2540 Parcel Number: 079 03400 000

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Doyle Elementary Junior High School: White Co Middle School Senior High School: White County High School
  • Utility Information

    Water Available Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Private
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: None City: Sparta Direction: 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.
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At $557.58 per sq.ft.,this listing is priced below average compared to other homes from Sparta.

The average homes price in Sparta is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.

The average homes price in White County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.

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3773 Glade Creek Rd, Sparta, TN, 38583 $499,900 4 2 2,356 2,356 SqFt
755 Music City Ranch Ln, Sparta, TN, 38583 $699,000 1 1 1,020 1,020 SqFt
174 Music City Ranch Ln, Sparta, TN, 38583 $429,900 3 2 1,756 1,756 SqFt
6311 Eastland Rd, Sparta, TN, 38583 $429,900 3 2 1,756 1,756 SqFt
306 Viola Dr, Sparta, TN, 38583 $224,900 3 2 1,232 1,232 SqFt
170 Perrigan Ln, Sparta, TN, 38583 $269,000 3 2 1,456 1,456 SqFt
170 Wilson Brock Rd, Sparta, TN, 38583 $379,900 1 1 512 512 SqFt

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MLS: REALTRAC #2823560 LISTED BY: Brad Lewis, True North Real Estate Services, LLC 931-837-7355 SOURCE: REALTRAC (RT RealTracs)

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