Tucked away on a dead-end street in the foothills of Upper East Tennessee, this extraordinary private paradise offers 7.89 acres of park-like grounds with over 700 feet of pristine frontage on the WATAUGA RIVER and breathtaking mountain views. The custom-built, one-level brick ranch features over 4,600 sq ft of finished living space with 5 bedrooms & 5.5 baths, blending formal & casual living areas with ease. Highlights include an open floor plan with formal living room, fireplace, kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, top of line appliances, breakfast area, formal dining room. There is an impressive great room showcasing vaulted ceilings, wood accents, a stunning stone fireplace, custom cabinetry with a wet bar. There is a large private brick patio adjoining the great room & primary bedroom suite. The primary suite offers a generous en-suite bath with ample storage, a large walk-in closet, while four additional bedrooms with full baths are thoughtfully arranged along a central hall. Outdoor living is equally impressive, featuring beautiful backyard grounds with tiered brick patios leading to an in-ground heated pool overlooking the river, plus a large brick patio off the kitchen area. Additional amenities include an attached two-car garage, a separate building garage & workshop. Also a covered shed that is great for boat, vehicles, RV, equipment & more. In addition, there is a medal building that is over 8,000 square feet with 3 huge garage doors that is high enough for most any use. A full-size gymnasium & weight room, half bath, & addition balcony space. Many improvements and much updating have been completed in the last eight years of ownership, such as a new kitchen, new master bathroom, updated bathrooms, new finishes throughout the house, updated electrical panels, etc. The pool has a newer pump and heater. There is a private boat launch with direct river access to the WATAUGA RIVER. Known for its TROPHY rainbow, brook & brown trout fishing. Located minutes from the pristine waters of Watauga Lake & in region's finest fly fishing, this level, secluded property offers unmatched privacy, recreation, and year-round enjoyment in a truly exceptional setting. This is a rare find offering more that can tell. (1906R/3538S)
For sale
$1,550,000
426 River Island Rd, Elizabethton, TN 37643
5beds
4,629sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1979
8.12 Acres Lot
$1,450,900 Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Breathtaking mountain viewsStunning stone fireplaceOpen floor planAttached two-car garageCustom-built one-level brick ranchBreakfast areaWood accents
- 21 days |
- 3,203 |
- 136 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2026 at 07:37am
Listed by:
Linda Whitehead 423-213-9611,
REMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors 423-282-0432
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9991334
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Master Downstairs, Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Parquet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,014
- Total interior livable area: 4,629 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Asphalt, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Patio, Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 8.12 Acres
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Arena, Garage(s), Gazebo, Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen, Pool House, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 043 001.03
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Metal Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Sauna
Location
- Region: Elizabethton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $335/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $529,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,884
- Date on market: 2/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,450,900
$1.38M - $1.52M
$3,622/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+226.3%$335/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9991334 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2017 | Sold | $475,000$103/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #384822 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,884 -29.6% | $132,300 -29.6% |
| 2024 | $4,096 | $187,875 |
| 2023 | $4,096 +7.4% | $187,875 |
| 2022 | $3,814 | $187,875 |
| 2021 | -- | $187,875 +41.7% |
| 2020 | $3,275 | $132,600 |
| 2019 | $3,275 | $132,600 |
| 2018 | $3,275 +0% | $132,600 |
| 2017 | $3,275 +0.6% | $132,600 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $3,256 0% | $132,900 |
| 2015 | $3,256 -4.7% | $132,900 -4.7% |
| 2014 | $3,418 +4.9% | $139,500 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $3,259 +8.4% | $139,883 |
| 2012 | $3,007 -0.1% | $139,883 |
| 2011 | $3,011 -5.6% | $139,883 |
| 2010 | $3,189 +2.9% | $139,883 +2.9% |
| 2009 | $3,099 +2.7% | $135,924 |
| 2008 | $3,018 +5.7% | $135,924 |
| 2007 | $2,854 | $135,924 |
| 2006 | $2,854 -18% | $135,924 |
| 2005 | $3,480 +41.1% | $135,924 +41.1% |
| 2004 | $2,466 +15.3% | $96,339 |
| 2002 | $2,139 | $96,339 +7.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $89,440 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $357,759 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$8,678/mo
Principal & interest
$7993
Property taxes
$685
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37643
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hunter Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Unaka High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
- 6/10Valley Forge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hunter
- Middle: Hunter
- High: Unaka
Source: TVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





