Why did my home not sell the first time?

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What is the best strategy to sell a home that did not sell?

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Is pricing a home higher a good strategy?

Pricing a home significantly above its market value is rarely a good strategy. It typically leads to extended time on the market, fewer showings, and lowball offers, as buyers and their agents may perceive it as unrealistic. The most effective strategy is strategic pricing based on current, local comparable sales (comps) to generate maximum interest and competition, which ultimately drives the highest possible sale price in the shortest time.

What improvements should be made before selling a home?

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What marketing is needed to sell a home today?

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How long does it take to sell a home in Knoxville, TN?

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Does timing matter when selling a home?

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The market is constantly changing. Instead of a generic answer, we provide a free, customized East Tennessee market report tailored to your specific neighborhood and property type. This report includes current statistics on sales, inventory, and pricing trends to give you a clear and accurate picture of the market as it relates to you.

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2245 Pinecrest Rd, Jacksboro, TN 37757 - Chris Ball Properties

$948,500

ACREAGE...18.77 Surveyed acres plus a house, 30x50 heated/cooled garage with a 16x50 bonus room, huge pole barn with double lean to's, horse barn, storage shed and a storage container. If you run out of storage here you've got too much stuff. This farm has not been sold in over 20… Read More years so don't miss out. This newly renovated 3 bedroom home has a full unfinished basement that can be accessed via an exterior garage door or from the stairs inside. Recent renovations include new LVP flooring throughout, lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, bathroom mirrors, tiled shower, butcher block tops with food safe finish, paint, exterior doors, pantry, dimensional shingle roof and a whole lot more. The home is definitely move-in ready and is waiting for you and your family to make memories. The property is level to rolling and is approximately 1/2 cleared and 1/2 wooded with room to build more houses or just keep it all to yourself. The carport always has a breeze and the 360 degree views are sure to take your breath away. On a clear day you can see all the way to the Smoky Mountains. You're only 1.1 miles to a nice paved easy access public boat launch to Norris Lake. The owners have paved and recently sealed a massive amount of parking to create easy access to not only the house, but as well as the two car plus detached garage that has its own heating and air-conditioning unit plus a 16 x 50 upstairs bonus room above the garage. In the lower field, there is a 32 x 72 pole barn with two large 14x14 garage doors to store your equipment, boat, vehicles, etc. There is electricity to the pole barn and water is just a few feet away and owner is willing to connect it if the buyer wants. Each side of the pole barn has 16 foot deep by 72 foot long lean to's for even more storage. In the front right field there is a separate pasture area along with a horse barn with a tack room. There are several other sheds and storage buildings on the property as well. The home is serviced by public water, natural gas, high-speed Xfinity Internet, and a septic system. The owners are selling because they are downsizing the amount of land to maintain. Don't miss out on this opportunity as farms like this rarely ever come on the market. Seller is willing to give the Buyer a written first option to purchase the 2 adjoining properties. Buyer and/or Buyer's Agent to verify all information to their satisfaction prior to closing. Owner/Agent Read Less

Courtesy of Ridge Real Estate LLC 423-562-5454

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

115

Last Updated

Sep 16, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

18.77 Acres

Year Built

1986

MLS Number

1342176

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven

Basement

Walkout, Unfinished

Building

Built in 1986, Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame

Cooling

Central Cooling, Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Porch - Covered, Windows - Vinyl, Prof Landscaped

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Brick, Gas Log

Garage

6 spaces

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Interior Features

Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen

Lot

18.77 acres, Wooded, Irregular Lot, Level, Rolling Slope

Parking

1 carport spaces, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Carport, Basement, Detached, Main Level

Property

Other structures: Storage, Stable(s), Barn(s), Workshop, Mountain View, Country Setting, Wooded

Security Features

Security Alarm, Smoke Detector

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Parcel Number: 128 02200 000, Annual Amount: $894.99

Utilities

Water Source: Public

Windows

Windows - Insulated

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