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Butler, TN 37640 · Carter County

1.11 Acres

Description

Tucked into the gated Bear Ridge Estates, this wooded 1.11-acre homesite offers mountain views and a peaceful, private setting at 2,351 ft elevation. Rolling, sloped terrain is covered in mature hardwoods, providing excellent privacy and a beautiful natural backdrop for a future home. Paved, privately maintained roads wind through the community, and electricity, cable, fiber, and underground utilities are available at the road for convenient, build-ready access. This lot can also be combined with the adjoining Lot 13 on Black Bear Drive for a total of 2.12 acres -- both lots together for $109,000. Bear Ridge Estates is a gated development with a shared well, and this lot is TDEC approved for a 3-bedroom septic system -- offering both seclusion and structure. Short-term and vacation rentals are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity for investment or a personal mountain getaway. Cove Ridge Marina is just .2 miles from the gate, and the neighborhood maintains a quiet, wooded atmosphere ideal for those seeking a retreat from city life while remaining close to modern conveniences. Location is unbeatable for outdoor enthusiasts and commuters alike: the Butler Boat Ramp is within minutes, and it's under 30 minutes to Elizabethton, the Appalachian Trail, and Mountain City. Within an hour, enjoy Watauga Lake, Boone NC, Johnson City, Johnson City Medical Center, Beech Mountain Skiing, Bristol Motor Speedway, and the Virginia Creeper Trail. Tri-Cities Airport and Sugar Mountain Skiing are within an hour and a half, making weekend getaways or air travel simple. Zoned residential and permitted for site-built homes only, with a 1,500 sq. ft. minimum, this lot is ready for your custom mountain retreat design. The dense tree canopy and rolling terrain give way to distant, layered mountain views, with glimpses of Watauga Lake from elevated points nearby -- a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and accessibility in one of the region's most sought-after gated communities. Buyer/Buyer's Agent to verify all information.

Property Details

MLS # 10000456
Property Type Land
Acres 1.11
Subdivision Bear Ridge Estates
County Carter

About Bear Ridge Estates

Bear Ridge Estates is a gated mountain community with lake views near Watauga Lake in Carter County, Tennessee, offering the privacy of controlled access and sweeping vistas of the surrounding mountains. Underground utilities, paved roads, and a 1,500 square foot minimum home size ensure a well-maintained neighborhood. Short-term rentals are permitted at Bear Ridge Estates, making it an attractiv...

Mountain View Vacation Rentals Welcome
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Features

Property Features

View: Mountain(s)

Sewer: Septic Tank

Water: Shared Well

Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Fiber Available

Property Condition: Above Average

Easements: None

Land Type: Lot/Tract, Subdevelopment

Permitted: Site Built

Lot Features: Wooded, Rolling Slope, Sloped

Road Surface: Paved

Financial

List Price $59,000
Original List Price $59,000
Price / Acre $53,153
HOA $725.00 / Annually
Taxes $239.80

Property Insights

Elevation
2,351'
51' change across lot
Terrain
Moderate
19.0% slope
Flood Zone
X
Minimal risk
Tax Assessment
$11,000
Last Sale
$90,000
Feb 2, 2024

Directions

From Hampton take Hwy 321/67. Continue on 67 to Butler. Turn L onto Piercetown Rd. Turn R onto Wilderness Dr. to Bear Ridge Estates Community Gate. Continue on Wilderness Drive, Turn R on Forest Drive . Lot will be on the R. See signs.

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Donaven & Christie Braun

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MLS #10000456 · Donaven Braun · Fathom Realty · Listed 2026-09-03

© 2026 Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS. Provided via RESO Web API / FBS Data Exchange. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Last updated: Sep 3, 2026.

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