$699,000

247 Boat Gunnel Rd Townsend, TN 37882

$8,301
Closing credit¹
1 bed
3 full
2,299 sqft
0.9 acres
$304 / sqft
House

Property details

About 247 Boat Gunnel Rd

Traditional Log Home on .91+/-AC Tract off Boat Gunnel Road. The home has a 1 bedroom Septic Rating w/3 Bonus Rooms and serviced by 2 Septic Systems. This home features a finished basement with bunk room ,rec room, bonus room, and Laundry. Basement opens to a newly finished fenced outdoor living space. This space provides hot tub; firepit; outdoor game area; and hammock for those relaxing nights. Main level includes an updated kitchen with all appliances; full bath; bedroom; great room/dining combo with stone-faced fireplace. Upper level features open sleeping loft and bonus room w/private deck and entry. In addition, the property has great storage area with a detached storage building. A large front porch includes a newly screened area with bed swing (sleeping porch) and outdoor dining area. This porch also has an open area with rocking chairs and swing. Many recent updates are noted on the Upgrades Page attached to this listing. Close to all the amenities of Townsend (the quiet side of the Smokies), and 30 minutes from Pigeon Forge, Maryville, and Sevierville. Take full advantage of the close proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Townsend Walking/Biking Trail. This home is being sold fully furnished and would be suitable for full-time home or long-term and overnight rental. Call today for a private showing.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,299 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.91 Acres
Year built1997
ParkingOff-Street Parking, None
MLS #1297190
FireplaceStone, Wood Burning
ViewTrees/Woods

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1297190
  • MLS Name: East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
  • Office Name: Carter Chase Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (865) 257-0371
  • Office Email: james@carterchaserealty.com

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$699,000

247 Boat Gunnel Rd

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 05, 2023
Home Sold
$607,500
May 18, 2021
Home Sold
$366,180
Sep 16, 2016
Home Sold
$255,000
May 01, 2002
Home Sold
$375,000
Oct 16, 1996
Home Sold
$18,400
Apr 20, 1995
Home Sold
$18,400

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$95,950$1,377
2022$55,750$1,377
2021$55,750$1,377
2020$55,750$1,377
2019$55,750$1,246
2018$50,450$1,246
2017$50,450$1,134

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Townsend Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

140 Tiger Dr

5

Walland Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.8 mi

247 E Millers Cove Rd

6

Porter Elementary School

Public District PK-5

10.9 mi

4520 Wildwood Springs Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,099. The majority of Townsend, TN residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
43%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • HuntingHunting

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ApplebeesApplebees
  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • GMCGMC
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • OldiesOldies
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 247 Boat Gunnel Rd

This home is located at 247 Boat Gunnel Rd in Townsend, TN and zip code 37882. This 2,299 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.91 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.

Over 0 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Townsend, TN. In the same period over 5 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February and March 2025, Townsend, TN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 12%. Listings spent 144 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $490,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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