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2183 Highway 81 S, Jonesborough, TN, 37659

2beds
2baths
1,272sqft
$289,999
$228price/sqft
$2,157/moest. monthly cost
$86,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Motivated Seller!! Welcome to a rare opportunity along beloved Highway 81 in Jonesborough--where the charm of Tennessee's oldest town meets the convenience of modern living. This property sits in a highly desirable stretch of Washington County, surrounded by rolling countryside yet just minutes from everything that makes this area feel like home. Imagine being only a short drive from East Tennessee State University, the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Johnson City Medical Center, and the vibrant restaurants, shops, and festivals of downtown Jonesborough. Whether you're dreaming of a future home, creating a small retreat, or investing in a location with unbeatable access, this spot places you right in the heart of it all. Having 2 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, a living room that can be converted into a 3rd bedroom or office, a large family room addition with a woodstove, a separate laundry/mudroom, a 1050 square foot 3-car and 1 motorcycle detached garage, a large 900 square ft camper storage garage, and a 100 square ft storage building, all sitting perfectly placed on a corner lot. The setting offers the peacefulness of rural Tennessee with the comfort of knowing that schools, healthcare, and everyday conveniences are all close by. From Saturday mornings at the Jonesborough Farmers Market to evenings spent exploring downtown Johnson City, life here unfolds with ease and possibility. All information within is taken from tax records and as such is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and therefore must be verified by the buyer and/or the buyer's agent. R# 1996

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
16
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Average
  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Farmhouse,Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Dirt Floor,Interior Entry

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen/Dining Combo,Laminate Counters,Pantry
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,272
  • Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 068p A 003.00
  • Zoning: A-1

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Front Patio,Rear Patio
  • Topography of land: Cleared, Rolling Slope

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.55 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 159 x 251 x 78 x 178

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: RV Access/Parking,Asphalt,Detached,Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

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

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties

Flood
Freezing
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Storm
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 $1,466$17,592
Home Insurance $106$1,272
Property Taxes $410$4,920
Electricity $175$2,103
Total$2,157$25,884

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$73,954/yr
40% on housing$64,710/yr
45% on housing$57,520/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: 12.9%
12.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.5%
4.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.2%
-1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$228This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 37659$217
Washington County$183

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 37659$210
Washington County$186

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
2026-07-12Price change$289,999
2026-06-09Price change$299,999
2026-05-19Listed for sale$310,000
1981-04-16Sold$38,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKimberly Leonard
BrokerageREMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors

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