#1289524, Listing office: Reed Real Estate Pros
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About 159 Bethel Church Rd
Discover this stunning building lot in Townsend, Tennessee, offering breathtaking views while surrounded by the Smoky Mountains. This three-quarter of an acre property is partially cleared and level, ready for you to build your dream home. Enjoy the privacy provided by mature trees or clear them to open up even more magnificent views. Water and electricity are accessible at the road and the soil is mapped for at least a 3 bedroom septic. The driveway has already been cut into the property. All this giving you a simple start for your dream building project. Minimal restrictions allow for you to build your dream home or barndominium. (No mobile homes will be permitted on this lot.) Nestled in a peaceful country setting, but only minutes from the Townsend Visitor Center, shopping, restaurants, and the river. Plus, it offers easy access to the Townsend Historic Trail, perfect for walking or biking. Whether you want to create a serene outdoor retreat, add a garden, or enjoy beautiful views from your porch, the possibilities are endless. You can enjoy the wildlife in the area, benefits of living so near to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. This is a rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise in the heart of the Smokies. If you are interested in a larger lot please see parent listing MLS# 1293520 which offers two lots combined to have 2.17 acres.
Highlights
Home typeOther
StatusSale Pending
(Pending - Continue to Show)
(Pending - Continue to Show)
Lot size0.76 Acres
MLS #1289436
ViewMountain(s)
Summary
- View: Mountain(s)
- List Price: $165,000
- Lot: Private
- Directions: From Knoxville take Alcoa Hwy (US-129 S), keep left onto S Hall Rd/ TN-35 towards Townsend. Continue onto 321/ E Lamar Alexander Pkwy for 17 miles, turn right onto Bethel Church Road. Lot 3R-1 is the third newly cut-in driveway on your left. GPS to Bethel Baptist Church- 132 Bethel Church Rd, Townsend, TN 37882. Property is across the street from the church. Sign on property.
- Lot Size: 0.76 Acres
- MLS Number: 1289436
- MLS Name: East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
- Office Name: Reed Real Estate Pros
- Office Phone: (865) 240-0445
- Office Email: reedrealestatepros@gmail.com
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Nearby schools
5
Townsend Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•140 Tiger Dr
5
Walland Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.5 mi
•247 E Millers Cove Rd
3
Pigeon Forge Primary School
Public District PK-3
9.7 mi
•1766 Waldens Creek Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
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 Skating
NASCAR
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
GMC
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies
New Country
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About 159 Bethel Church Rd
The listing price of 159 Bethel Church Rd property is $165,000.
The property 159 Bethel Church Rd is land located in Townsend, Tennessee, 37882.
Sale Pending: 159 Bethel Church Rd is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 159 Bethel Church Rd are: Townsend Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Walland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pigeon Forge Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Wearwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Heritage Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pigeon Forge Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Heritage High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pigeon Forge High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Samuel Everett School of Innovation (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
The property 159 Bethel Church Rd is 0.76 acres.
This home is located at 159 Bethel Church Rd in Townsend, TN and zip code 37882. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.
In June 2025 more than 0 listings in Townsend, TN were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 10 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Townsend, TN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.5%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $500,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 158 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.