Charming Lakeview Log Cabin Retreat - 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Escape to the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath log cabin, nestled on a private drive with peaceful lake views and seasonal mountain scenery. Crafted with hemlock wood inside and out, this home offers warmth, character, and timeless appeal.
Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the expansive wrap-around porch, stretching across the front and both sides of the home - ideal for relaxing or entertaining year-round.
Inside, you'll find cozy living spaces with a propane fireplace, creating a welcoming atmosphere no matter the season. The cabin sits on a solid foundation with drainage thoughtfully installed behind the house, ensuring the area underneath stays dry and well-maintained.
Additional highlights include:
-Roof approximately 2 years old - low maintenance and move-in ready.
-Close proximity to Kilgore Boat Dock - perfect for boating, fishing, or lakeside adventures.
-Quiet, peaceful, and perfect for a weekend getaway or year-round living
Whether you're seeking a serene primary residence, a weekend hideaway, or a short-term rental investment, this cabin is a rare find. Schedule your showing today and experience lakeside living at its finest!
For sale
$224,999
487 Straight Branch Rd, Speedwell, TN 37870
2beds
660sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Propane fireplaceExpansive wrap-around porchPeaceful lake viewsSeasonal mountain sceneryPrivate driveCozy living spaces
- 307 days |
- 1,073 |
- 43 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Aaron Rose 423-300-8531,
Realty Network, Inc 423-869-3121
Source: East Tennessee Realtors,MLS#: 1304319
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 660
- Total interior livable area: 660 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal Lake View, Country Setting, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Seasonal Lake View
- Waterfront features: Lake/Water Access
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Other, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 003I A 014.00
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Log
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Block
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Speedwell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,600
- Annual tax amount: $316
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Price change | $224,999-16.4%$341/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Price change | $269,000-2.2%$408/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $274,999-3.5%$417/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Price change | $284,999-3.4%$432/sqft |
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| 8/5/2025 | Price change | $294,999-7.8%$447/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $319,999-3%$485/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,999+407.7%$500/sqft |
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| 8/5/2005 | Sold | $65,000+44.4%$98/sqft |
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| 11/19/2004 | Sold | $45,000$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $316 | $16,650 |
| 2024 | $316 | $16,650 |
| 2023 | $316 +19.5% | $16,650 |
| 2022 | $265 -8% | $16,650 +23.8% |
| 2021 | $288 | $13,450 |
| 2020 | $288 | $13,450 |
| 2019 | $288 | $13,450 |
| 2018 | $288 -0.1% | $13,450 |
| 2017 | $288 +14.3% | $13,450 +15.9% |
| 2016 | $252 | $11,600 |
| 2015 | $252 | $11,600 +0.2% |
| 2014 | $252 +39.5% | $11,579 +14.7% |
| 2013 | $181 | $10,094 |
| 2012 | $181 | $10,094 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,094 +0.2% |
| 2010 | $180 | $10,072 |
| 2009 | $180 | $10,072 |
| 2008 | $180 | $10,072 |
| 2007 | $180 -10.5% | $10,072 |
| 2006 | $201 +14.3% | $10,072 +14.3% |
| 2004 | $176 +11.1% | $8,810 |
| 2002 | $159 | $8,810 |
| 2001 | -- | $8,810 -61.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,103 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,246/mo
Principal & interest
$1173
Property taxes
$73
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Neighborhood: 37870
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Tennessee Virtual AcademyGrades: K-6Distance: 28.5 mi
- NAElementary Middle AlternativeGrades: K-8Distance: 12.3 mi
- 4/10Union County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.8 mi
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- Tennessee
- Union County
- Speedwell
- 37870
- 487 Straight Branch Rd
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