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254 Karen Dr, Spring City, TN, 37381

4beds
3baths
2,224sqft
$599,900
$270price/sqft
$4,123/moest. monthly cost
$164,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully updated lakefront home on an A++ lot. Located at the end of the cul-de-sac on the center lot with water surrounding the property. This location includes expansive views up to over a mile-and-a-half across Gravelly Hollow toward Goat Island on Watts Bar Lake with sunsets to live for. There's plenty of room for everyone with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms; a huge kitchen and gathering area; an extra addition for entertainment or relaxation with a large patio; a large private deck off the master, and a 2-car garage. This is truly a Sparkling Diamond you'll be proud to own! This dream come true includes one of the extra bedrooms built as an ensuite with its own private deck strategically positioned on the opposite side of the house from the master. This room can also serve well as an office or a living room. The wildlife is also extraordinary here and a real pleasure to just sit and enjoy creation...or explore Iron Hill Island right out your backdoor. New New New! Lots of New Stuff. New HVAC Unit. New Appliances. New Roof. New Bathrooms. New Flooring. New Windows. New Sliders. New Water Heater. New Kitchen. There are nice touches you'll just love like the large island, a six-burner GAS range top perfect for cooking your specialties, and even a special surprise for laundry!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

7/10
7/10
4/10
Rhea County High SchoolGrades 9-1214.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1986

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding,Block,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Contemporary
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Tankless Water Heater,Gas Range,Gas Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Other

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Walk-In Closet(s),Kitchen Island,Pantry,Eat-in Kitchen,Bonus Room
  • Window features: Windows - Vinyl,ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Fireplace features: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas,Other,Electric
  • Cooling features: Wall Unit(s),Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,224
  • Total interior livable area: 2,224 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 026L B 012.00

Features

  • Exterior features: Balcony
  • Has view: Yes
  • Has water view: Yes
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake/Water Access,Waterfront
  • Frontage type: Lakefront

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.74 Acres
  • Features: Cul-De-Sac,Irregular Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: IRR

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Carport,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather
Earthquake
Hail
Landslide

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,033$36,396
Home Insurance $250$3,000
Property Taxes $660$7,920
Electricity $180$2,168
Total$4,123$49,476

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$141,360/yr
40% on housing$123,690/yr
45% on housing$109,946/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.7%
7.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.5%
4.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.1%
5.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$270This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 37381$149
Rhea County$156

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 37381$274
Rhea County$176

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-23Price change$675,000
2026-02-23Listed for sale$699,900
2025-01-10Sold$200,000
2024-12-17Pending sale$300,000
2024-11-25Listed for sale$300,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBrad Freeman
BrokerageFreeman & Associates

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