Built in 1925, this substantial two-story farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to restore a piece of Washington County history. Rich with original character and impressively spacious for its time, the home is ready for a complete renovation that honors its past while creating something new.
The property has deep local roots, with family history linking the land to brothers David Andrew Vines and the Reverend William Madison Vines. Judge David A. Vines served as mayor of Johnson City (1904 to 1908), attorney general of Tennessee's First Judicial District and judge of the First Judicial Circuit Court. The road now known as Shell Road was once called Judge Vines Road in his honor.
Located just outside historic Jonesborough, Tennessee's oldest town, the home retains a tiered concrete cooling trough, an early form of refrigeration once used to keep milk, butter and other perishables cool.
This century-old farmhouse presents a distinctive restoration project for someone with the vision to preserve its character and write its next chapter.
FEMA Elevation Certificate on file. A portion of the property is located in Flood Zone AE. The home's floor above the crawl space is approximately 1.1 feet ABOVE the FEMA Base Flood Elevation (BFE). Elevation Certificate and flood map available for review. Buyer to verify flood insurance requirements with lender/insurance provider.
This home has been divided from the surrounding farm property and will receive a new parcel number as part of the sale. Property taxes are not yet separately assessed and will be determined following the establishment of the new parcel. Property is being sold as-is; buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information.
For sale
$150,000
101 Shell Rd #101, Jonesborough, TN 37659
4beds
2,280sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1925
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$66/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rich with original characterSubstantial two-story farmhouse
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bonnie Matera 423-943-6828,
Westbrook Legacy Realty 423-518-2060
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 10000164
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace(s), None
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Single Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Brick, Flue
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,280
- Total interior livable area: 2,280 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 117 x 178
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 067 054.01
- Zoning: A1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding, Plaster
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Below Average,Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jonesborough
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $66/sqft
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000$66/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #10000164 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
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Neighborhood: 37659
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Grandview
- Middle: Grandview
- High: David Crockett
Source: TVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





