This 53.75-acre Ocoee River estate is more than a residence—it's a platform for creating lifestyle and income in one remarkable setting. With nearly 2,000 feet of private river frontage, your own boat launch, and zoning that includes both commercial and agricultural (greenbelt), the possibilities stretch far beyond traditional living.
At the center is a 6,750 sq. ft. ranch-style luxury home with a pool, designed for comfort, elegance, and multi-generational living. But the true distinction of this property is its ability to generate income, host events, or build businesses directly on-site:
Event & Venue Ready: A 9,000 sq ft multi-use venue building with amphitheater, backup generator, six bathrooms, and sweeping glass bay doors—ideal for weddings, retreats, conferences, or entertainment.
Business Infrastructure: Four-bay shop with bunk room, laundry, and full bath; equipment barn; pole barn; and multiple flex-use structures to support commercial ventures or outdoor recreation enterprises.
Multi-Generational Living: With expansive square footage and diverse buildings, the estate adapts perfectly for extended family living, guest accommodations, or rental income.
Adventure & Recreation: From direct river access to nearby lakes, whitewater rafting, and the vast Cherokee National Forest, this property sits at the heart of the Southeast's outdoor lifestyle economy.
The gated entrance ensures privacy, while the zoning, layout, and acreage offer an almost limitless set of opportunities. Whether your vision is luxury family compound, thriving event venue, agricultural business, or outdoor adventure hub, this estate is a canvas waiting to be shaped.
For sale
$5,500,000
1020 Thomas Rd, Benton, TN 37307
4beds
6,750sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2016
53.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$815/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 148 days |
- 1,265 |
- 66 |
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: October 24, 2025 at 05:07am
Listed by:
Asher Black 423-208-4943,
Keller Williams Realty 423-664-1900,
Grant Rumble 615-961-0101,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1518963
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Other, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Warming Drawer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, See Remarks
Features
- Cedar Closet(s), Dry Bar, See Remarks, Sitting Area
- Flooring: Concrete, Other
- Windows: Other, See Remarks
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,750
- Total interior livable area: 6,750 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Off Street, On Street, Other, Parking Lot, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Carport spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Closets, Accessible Common Area, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Doors, Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Courtyard, Other, Private Entrance, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Pool features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Park/Greenbelt, Pasture, River, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Navigable Water, River Access, River Front
Lot
- Size: 53.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 53.75 ac
- Features: Agricultural, Cleared, Greenbelt, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees, Paved, Private, See Remarks, Views, Waterfront, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Equipment Building, Garage(s), Guest House, Gazebo, Outbuilding, Other, Pergola, RV/Boat Storage, Second Residence, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 035 053.03
- Other equipment: Call Listing Agent, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding, Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Fitness Center, Gated, Lake, Pool
- Security: Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights, Security System Leased, Security System
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Benton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $815/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $2,718
- Date on market: 8/27/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,882/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000-20.3%$815/sqft |
Source:  RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2976644 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listing removed | $6,900,000$1,022/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1502140 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $6,900,000-13.8%$1,022/sqft |
Source:  East Tennessee Realtors #1280212 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $8,000,000+473.1%$1,185/sqft |
Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1280212 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2013 | Listing removed | $1,395,900$207/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals #20125351 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$31,378/mo
Principal & interest
$26886
Property taxes
$2567
Home insurance
$1925
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37307
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Benton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Chilhowee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Polk County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Polk Innovative Learning Academy
- Middle: Polk Innovative Learning Academy
- High: Polk Innovative Learning Academy
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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