Tract 13 - 6.36 Acres
Tracts 7-13 are septic approved and would need a well or a private city waterline ran from Old Middlesboro Hwy.
All tracts have paved road frontage, are unrestricted, and would have great potential for further subdividing.
ONLINE ONLY
ESTATE AUCTION
Ends Tues., May 10 @ 6 PM
114.80 Acre Farm in 13 Tracts – From 5.06 ac. to 15.38 ac.
958 Old Middlesboro Hwy., LaFollette, TN
**OPEN HOUSE: Wed., April 27, 1-4 PM**
Known as the Sowder-Smith farm, this magnificent multi-generational property will be available to the general public for the first time in over 100 years. Most all tracts are in grass, with a very gentle roll. All tracts have paved road frontage, are unrestricted, and would have great potential for further subdividing. Tracts 1-6 have all utilities available, while tracts 7-13 are septic approved and would need a well or a private city waterline ran from Old Middlesboro Hwy. There is an exquisite, two story Victorian style farmhouse with 3008 sq. ft. located on Tract 6 with 5.96 acres. Constructed in 1908, the home has 4 BR, 2 BA, CH&A, ornamental wood trim throughout, several fireplaces, and is a showplace for this era and style of home. The house tract also has a gazebo, a large outbuilding, partial stone wall, and a beautiful little creek. Tract 1 has a well maintained 36 x 80 barn and small creek to go with its 15.38 ac. Land of this high quality rarely comes available, allowing you the perfect opportunity to buy the baby farm of your dreams.
2022 Property taxes: $1,322 (Greenbelt) Tax Map: 077 Parcel: 013.00
Warranty Deed Book: 528 Page: 805
AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Kitchen appliances remain with the house. All other furniture and personal property will be auctioned separately at a later date.
LOCATION: 1 ¾ miles East of LaFollette, turn right on Old Middlesboro Hwy. Travel 1 ½ miles and farm is on both sides of the road at intersection with Knox Hollow Rd. & Cross Valley Rd.
Auctioneer: Paul Provins TN Lic#: 4528
Property questions, call 423-562-4941. Bidding questions, call 423-286-0041.
10% down within 24 hours of auction completion, balance due upon closing within 40 days. 10% Buyer’s Premium added to bid price. Home was built prior to 1978 and may contain lead based paint. Contact auction company to do risk assessment.
All information was derived from sources believed to be correct but not guaranteed.
Sold "as is, where is" with any and all faults.
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Easements: Subject to any and all easements of record.
Zoning: This property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.
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