438 Laurel Rd, Townsend, TN, 37882
About This Home
Discover mountain living at its finest in this beautifully designed, fully furnished cabin located in the prestigious gated community of Laurel Valley in Townsend, TN, known as the ''Peaceful Side of the Smokies.'' This retreat blends modern comfort with rustic charm, offering the perfect full-time residence, second home, or investment opportunity. The open-concept living area showcases a stunning stacked stone wood-burning fireplace, abundant natural light, and a wall of windows that brings the outdoors in. The home offers a one-bedroom septic system with additional sleeping accommodations in a spacious loft and a lower-level bedroom, comfortably sleeping up to 4 with room for 6. Multiple porches and private balconies provide peaceful wooded views, perfect for relaxing or wildlife watching. Located within the Laurel Valley community, residents and guests enjoy access to the Wild Laurel Golf Course, seasonal pool, fitness center, sauna, and on-site tavern. High-speed internet is available, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying mountain serenity. Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or a proven short-term rental, this Smoky Mountain retreat is ready for you to move in and enjoy.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Construction materials: Frame,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Chalet,Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Cooling features: Electric,Heat Pump
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 106C A 015.00
- Zoning: R-1
Features
- Pool features: Community,Association
Lot
- Lot size: 0.65 Acres
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
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,523 | $30,276 |
| Home Insurance | $188 | $2,256 |
| Property Taxes | $652 | $7,824 |
| Electricity | $175 | $2,103 |
| Total | $3,538 | $42,456 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
| 2019-11-07 | Sold | $200,000 |
| 2019-10-11 | Pending sale | $199,999 |
| 2019-10-09 | Price change | $199,999 |
| 2019-09-25 | Price change | $219,900 |
| 2019-08-30 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2016-12-23 | Sold | $90,000 |
| 2016-08-16 | Pending sale | $110,000 |
| 2016-07-20 | Price change | $110,000 |
| 2016-07-07 | Listed for sale | $129,900 |
| 2016-05-08 | Listing removed | $129,900 |
| 2016-03-10 | Price change | $129,900 |
| 2015-12-11 | Price change | $139,900 |
| 2015-09-22 | Listed for sale | $150,000 |
| 2012-12-03 | Sold | $60,000 |
| 2002-03-01 | Sold | $153,900 |
| 1999-01-04 | Sold | $25,000 |
| 1997-05-12 | Sold | $22,000 |
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