Blount County Homes under $500,000

Blount County Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Blount County, Tennessee – a hidden gem nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant communities, Blount County offers an idyllic setting for families, retirees, and nature enthusiasts alike. With its charming small towns, breathtaking landscapes, and a plethora of outdoor activities, Blount County is an ideal place to call home.

One of the most enticing aspects of Blount County is the diverse range of homes available, particularly for those seeking properties under $500,000. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage, a spacious family home, or a modern townhouse, you’ll find an array of options that cater to various lifestyles and budgets. The real estate market here is thriving, making it a fantastic time to invest in a home that suits your needs.

Imagine waking up to the serene views of the Smokies, with hiking trails, lakes, and parks just a stone's throw away. The county boasts a vibrant community spirit, with local events, farmers’ markets, and festivals that bring residents together. Plus, with easy access to nearby cities like Knoxville, you can enjoy the perfect blend of peaceful living and urban convenience.

In Blount County, you’re not just purchasing a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle filled with adventure, community, and the beauty of nature. Explore your options today and discover the charm of living in this picturesque corner of Tennessee. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Blount County Homes under $500,000

235 Bishops Cap Circle Unit 102, Townsend
$369,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1358096 MLS
A Front-Row Seat to the Smokies Some homes are about square footage. This one is about how you'll spend your time. Morning coffee in the all-season sunroom as the Smokies wake up around you. Wildlife wandering through the landscape. Quiet afternoons with nowhere you need to be. Evenings spent by the fire or enjoying the mountain air. This is the kind of place that makes it remarkably easy to slow down--and remarkably hard to leave. Beautifully furnished and truly turnkey, this Cades Cove Reserve retreat is ready to enjoy from day one. Make it your full-time mountain home, keep it as a personal getaway, welcome a long-term tenant, or introduce it to the vacation-rental market--the flexibility is yours, with the home already thoughtfully furnished and equipped for whatever comes next. Inside, mountain character meets comfortable, polished finishes. A handsome stacked-stone fireplace creates a warm focal point, while luxury vinyl plank flooring, granite countertops, custom kitchen and bath tilework, and elegant cabinetry give the home an elevated yet relaxed feel. But the space that truly sets this home apart is the spacious all-season sunroom. More than an extra room, it becomes part of the experience--a year-round place to watch the wildlife, enjoy the changing seasons, linger over coffee or end the day surrounded by the natural beauty that makes Townsend so special. Life within gated Cades Cove Reserve extends beyond your own front door. Enjoy the beautiful clubhouse, fitness facility, swimming pool, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and community firepit--all in a setting that keeps the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains close at hand. A convenient storage closet just outside your door and ample parking add the practical touches to a property designed for effortless enjoyment. One beautiful property. So many ways to make it yours.

235 Bishops Cap Circle Unit 102, Townsend

1526 Indigo Drive, Maryville
$424,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1357960 MLS
LIKE NEW, MOVE-IN READY, and even better than new construction with the upgrades already completed! This spacious 2-story home offers over 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in a desirable neighborhood packed with amenities. The open-concept main level is ideal for everyday living and entertaining, featuring beautiful 6' Azalea hardwood flooring, crown molding, 5' baseboards, and a spacious living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen offers abundant cabinet and countertop space, a pantry, Sinclair Flagstone cabinetry, Linden stainless pull-out faucet, large breakfast bar for additional seating, and a sink overlooking the beautiful backyard. The adjoining dining area features an updated chandelier and flows seamlessly into the main living space. A convenient half bath and laundry room are also located on the main level. Thoughtful upgrades continue throughout the home, including nickel lever door handles, Cheyenne-style interior doors, plantation blinds, ceiling fans, decorative bathroom mirrors, Deco Wrought Iron pattern flooring in the bathrooms, a stained-glass light fixture at the hallway/garage entry, a glass front door, and a newer stove. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a ceiling fan, large walk-in closet, and private en suite bath with double vanity, decorative mirror, and walk-in shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms, a full bath with tub/shower combination, and a large bonus room provide plenty of flexible space. The bonus room can easily serve as a fourth bedroom, office, playroom, or media room. Outside is stunning! Enjoy one of the best yards in the subdivision with professional landscaping, a flat 6-foot privacy-fenced backyard, built-in fire pit, and a permanent 10x10 metal gazebo on the rear patio providing plenty of shade for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. The exterior has also been professionally pressure washed and includes a 6-month warranty. The attached 2-car garage adds even more functionality and features insulated garage walls, while a Ring camera system provides added convenience. Residents enjoy outstanding neighborhood amenities including underground utilities, city sewer, street lights, sidewalks, swimming pool, pavilion, playground, basketball court, and picnic and grilling areas. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, the airport, hospital, and the Great Smoky Mountains, and zoned for the highly rated Carpenter's school district. This home truly checks all the boxes--space, extensive upgrades, outdoor living, neighborhood amenities, and move-in-ready condition. Schedule your private showing today!

1526 Indigo Drive, Maryville

6060 S Circle Drive, Tallassee
$299,000
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1357958 MLS
Welcome to your East Tennessee mountain escape or lucrative investment property! Nestled in a beautiful setting in a community bordering the Great Smoky Mountains, this property is as cute as a button and very practical. Whether you are looking for a permanent home, a vacation getaway, or an Airbnb/short-term rental, this versatile property offers plenty of flexibility and charm.Sitting on several parcels totaling nearly 1/2 acre and a home with 3 additional buildings and a carport---this home has a lot to offer! Step inside the cozy 800-square-foot main residence, perfectly designed for efficient and comfortable living. It features 1 Bedroom & 1 Full Bathroom complete with a relaxing jacuzzi tub. The family room is perfect for unwinding after a day of mountain adventures. You'll find a fully equipped kitchen and a dedicated laundry area. The front porch is where the owners spent countless days and evenings soaking in the serene mountain scenery and watching the occasional bear meander through the yard. Time seems to move much slower when you are porch sitting. In addition to the main home, three separate buildings offer endless possibilities to expand and customize the property to suit your exact needs. Building 1 features a convenient half bath and a functional room currently utilized as a kitchenette--ideal for guest overflow. Building 2 offers an excellent footprint for a private home office, dedicated workout space, or creative craft room. The storage shed (building 3) Includes a comfortable, attached screened porch to enjoy the outdoors bug-free. A protective carport provides covered parking, with additional open parking spaces conveniently located right by the main home. A mandatory HOA fee ensures the community roads stay in good shape year-round. Please note, the property features a recorded well easement. By joining the optional Top of the World Association (voluntary) , you gain access to an incredible array of private community amenities: Private lakes perfect for peaceful, non-motorized boating, sandy beach area and a community pavilion for gatherings. This sweet community offers the best of both worlds--plenty of opportunities to socialize with neighbors, or the total privacy to keep entirely to yourself. Regarding location, you're about 45 minutes from the airport, the neighborhood borders the Great Smoky Mountains, and for motorcycle enthusiast the Dragon is not a far drive at all. Don't miss out on this rare, multi-structure East Tennessee Smoky Mountain gem!

6060 S Circle Drive, Tallassee

3232 Fairoaks Drive, Maryville
$429,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1357793 MLS
All brick, move-In ready Maryville home. Blount County location - tucked in the established neighborhood of Fairoaks. Home is conveniently located within 15 minutes of the Foothills Parkway and 10 minutes to Downtown Maryville and Blount County Courthouse. Recent Updates Include: NEW dishwasher 2022 NEW water pressure valve 2022 Shiplap around living/dining wall added 2022 Painted neutral walls and ceilings in approximately 90% of home 2022 Updated kitchen: NEW pulls plus wood cabinet surfaces refinished with THOR brand cabinet paint 2022 NEW Roof March 2023 Fireplace/Chimney new cap and maintenance 2022 NEW Deck 2022 Deck Stained/sealed September 2026 NEW LVP Flooring 2022 NEW HVAC April 2025 Major updates completed in past few years include a new roof, new flooring (no carpet), new deck, new HVAC, and fresh paint. Situated on a level lot with half an acre, including established pin oak tree in back yard for maximum shade in summer and fall colors to enjoy around a firepit. Neighborhood has both Comcast and Spectrum fiber available at road. Side-entry garage with room to expand driveway for extra parking. One-level living offers split-bedroom floorplan and ZERO carpet. Kitchen overlooks backyard and has a pantry, abundance of cabinets, and area for eat-in dining or home office location. Large primary bedroom easily fits a king-size bed and sitting area. Bedrooms 2 & 3 are spacious - 1 overlooking front yard and other overlooking backyard with built-in shelves for a home library. Vaulted Living area includes brick fireplace, shiplap accent wall shared with dining and LVP for low maintenance. Dining opens out onto newer deck and backyard access. Side entry garage with 2 garage bays PLUS shelving that will remain. Storage building is wired. Backyard setting is level and private, offering large outdoor space, separate small potting shed, and shaded section around pin-oak tree. If an established neighborhood, level and sizeable yard, and one-level living are on your next East TN home list, check out this all-brick option in Blount county. Blount County is home to the ''Quiet Side of the Smokies'' - Townsend, TN, and Cades Cove. This area is also home to ''The Dragon'' - a stretch of Hwy 129 through the mountains of East TN into NC, popular with vacationers, car, and bike clubs driving the mountain road loop through 129 and back via the Cheerohola Skyway. TYS - McGhee Tyson Airport is located within Blount County and the primary one vacationers and workers leverage to access The University of Tennessee, greater Knoxville, Oakridge, ORNL, Y-12, Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and Dolllywood visitors/vacationers. Blount County grants easy access to GSMNP via 321 through Townsend. Interstates i40 and i75 are accessible via Pellissippi Parkway near TYS airport or 321 through Lenoir City. Blount County has the Tennessee River running along a stretch of it's boundary with Loudon and Knox county as well as Tellico Lake - both popular for The Vol Navy and boater/fishing/water enthusiasts. Several restaurants and grocery stores are within a 15 minute drive - including Food City, Publix, Food Lion, Kroger. Costco is building one of it's newest locations within Blount County near TYS. BJ's Warehouse is already established in Blount County along 321 and the 129 bypass. Blount County is homes to many opportunities for those looking to be close to outdoor activities with The Greenway park system - offering walking/biking trails, picnic areas, pickleball courts, tennis courts, basketball, and benches along the area creeks. This location offers convenient access, generally within 45 minutes, to healthcare service options that include The University of Tennessee Hospital, Dolly Parton Children's Hospital, Ft. Sanders, and Covenant Health. Owner/Agent **Home is also offered for rent via https://www.realtyexecutivesleasing.com/

3232 Fairoaks Drive, Maryville

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