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

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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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TBD Flat Woods Rd, Dandridge, TN 37725 - Chris Ball Properties

$350,000

**8.5 Acres with Options in Dandridge -- Mini Farm, Barndominium, or Future Development** There's something special about having enough land to actually spread out, and this approximately 8.5-acre tract in Dandridge gives you room to dream. Whether you've always wanted a small farm, a place for horses and a few animals,… Read More a garden with room to grow, or simply a peaceful piece of East Tennessee where you can build something of your own, this property offers a lot of possibilities. The acreage is being divided from a larger parcel that currently includes the home and barn located at 1302 Flat Woods Road. The house and barn will remain with the portion being retained by the seller, while the remaining acreage will be offered separately. The final acreage is expected to be approximately 8.5 acres, with the exact acreage and boundaries to be determined by a survey at the buyer's expense. One of the biggest advantages here is the flexibility. **Mobile homes will not be permitted, but barndominiums will be allowed**, opening the door for someone to create a unique home with plenty of room for a workshop, equipment, hobbies, animals, or whatever the next chapter looks like. With public water and electricity available at the road, the groundwork is already there to begin planning your vision. And if you're thinking beyond a single homesite, the acreage could potentially offer other opportunities as well. With the proper zoning, approvals, and subdivision requirements, there may be potential for a small residential development or multiple homesites. Of course, buyers should verify all zoning, utility, septic, access, and development requirements with the appropriate local authorities. For those who love the outdoors, the location puts you close to the best of the Dandridge and Douglas Lake area. Douglas Lake is nearby for boating, fishing, swimming, and enjoying the scenery, while historic downtown Dandridge offers local restaurants, shops, and the small-town atmosphere that makes this part of East Tennessee so appealing. You'll also be within easy reach of Douglas Lake marinas and boat ramps, and the attractions of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and the Great Smoky Mountains are just a short drive away. The real appeal here is that you aren't buying someone else's finished idea of what the property should be. **You're buying the canvas.** Bring your plans, your animals, your workshop ideas, your barndominium dreams--or simply your desire for more elbow room--and make these acres your own. *Approximate acreage is 8.5 acres and is subject to survey. Buyer to verify acreage, boundaries, zoning, restrictions, utilities, septic suitability, access, and any potential development opportunities. Property will be subject to a deed restriction prohibiting mobile homes; barndominiums are permitted. Drone photos are used in the listing. Taxes to be determined after the land is parceled out* Read Less

Courtesy of Lake Homes Realty 866-525-3466

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Last Updated

Sep 16, 2026

Lot Size

8.5 Acres

MLS Number

1354089

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Frontage Type: County Road

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8.5 acres, Dimensions: 646'x523'x495'x832', Topography: Level, Partially Cleared

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Country Setting

Taxes

Parcel Number: 077 04000 000, Annual Amount: $1, Zoning description: Zoned Residential

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