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5 Beds
3 Baths
3,950 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 04/06/2023
Key Details
Sold Price $350,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Residential
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,950 sqft
Price per Sqft $88
MLS Listing ID 1210878
Sold Date 04/06/23
Style Historic,Traditional
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Originating Board East Tennessee REALTORS® MLS
Year Built 1800
Lot Size 1.500 Acres
Acres 1.5
Property Description
Welcome to Shield's Station! With original construction dating back to the late 1700s, this historic property has a wealth of possibilities and is a rare gem. Always occupied and maintained, over its life the home has undergone several additions and renovations and served at various points in history as a post office, stagecoach stop, general store, hospital, tavern, and inn with many famous guests including 3 Presidents (Jackson, Johnson, & Polk). Placed on the National Historic Register in 1974, but this does NOT mean the property can't be renovated, altered, etc. as its new owner sees fit. Upon entering this home you will be surprised by the spacious rooms and even tall ceilings in some areas. Current owners have owned this property since 1986. It is in need of cosmetic updating, but the original character, with much original trim work, built-ins, brick hearths, walkways, and even a hidden staircase remain. This old house is very solid! Huge original beams and joists, some over 200 years old, are still intact and in great shape. Plumbing and electric are modern. The main living areas of this home include 5 sitting/dining/parlor rooms on the main level including the very large "ballroom", which would make a great main level bedroom. The main kitchen, a full bathroom, and large enclosed porch with full sized laundry facilities are also on this main floor. Take any of the main home's 3 staircases upstairs to find three more bedrooms, all generous in size, another large full bathroom, and great walk-in closet. From the enclosed back porch, go up stair case #4 and discover the current caretaker's quarters, complete with a bedroom, large living room, large eat-in kitchen, and the home's 3rd full bathroom. While this separate apartment is comfortable and very livable, it is another renovation opportunity that could be an in-law suite, kid's quarters, income producing rental, or be opened back to and included in the rest of the house. Home has public water and a 5 bedroom septic system. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2017, new insulation throughout, and new back deck (see photos). Carriage house (garage) with attached chicken coop, firewood crib, and potting/storage shed are included. 1.5 acre lot is just the right size to give privacy and but still be easy to care for. Three historic cabins behind this home were once also a part of the property and add charm and beauty to living here. The possibilities here at Shield's Station really are abundant, with recent zoning change to allow for short term rental, the obvious potential as a great true bed and breakfast, retail applications like an antique or gift store, office opportunities for legal, medical, or other professionals, or any a combination thereof. For those who can work remote, there is ample internet speed and this would be a great property to live and work in all or just part of the home so as to generate side rental income. This property is 20 miles from downtown Knoxville and the University of Tennessee. Small town of Blaine provides access to grocery, pharmacy, general store, medical offices, veterinarian, restaurants, post office less than a mile away. Interstate access is about 10 miles down the road. East Tennessee is a great place to live and invest, with four mild seasons, beautiful scenery, exciting recreation with National Park, mountains, lakes, hiking, biking, and driving trails all nearby, and low, low taxes here! Please read documents attached to learn more history of this unique property. NOTE: This is an old home and while everything works, it will be sold As-Is. Buyers with previous old home experience will not be disappointed. Owning a home of this age is not for everyone. Everything is not perfectly level, square, built to modern codes, etc. We are ready and excited to share this beautiful property and rare opportunity to truly own a slice of history with qualified buyers. Call today for an exclusive showing!
Location
State TN
County Grainger County - 45
Area 1.5
Rooms
Other Rooms LaundryUtility, Addl Living Quarter, Extra Storage, Mstr Bedroom Main Level
Basement Crawl Space
Dining Room Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining Area
Interior
Interior Features Island in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen
Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Cooling
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 7
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning Stove
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
Heat Source Central, Electric
Laundry true
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Garage Garage Door Opener, Designated Parking, Detached
Garage Spaces 1.0
Garage Description Detached, Garage Door Opener, Designated Parking
View Country Setting
Parking Type Garage Door Opener, Designated Parking, Detached
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Level
Faces From I-40, take exit 392 (Rutledge Pike) to Blaine and property is on the right.
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Historic, Traditional
Additional Building Storage
Structure Type Wood Siding,Brick
Schools
Middle Schools Rutledge
High Schools Grainger County Adult
Others
Restrictions No
Tax ID 092 042.01
Energy Description Electric
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
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