A truly exceptional and rare opportunity to own a 22+ acre south-facing mountain estate in Roan Mountain, Tennessee. Whether you're seeking a private retreat, multi-family setup, vacation rental investment, or land to expand your vision—this versatile and well-maintained property delivers. With three separate structures already in place, this property offers incredible potential in one of East Tennessee's most scenic and desirable mountain corridors.
Main House
• 1,008 sq ft | 1 Bed / 1 Bath
• Bright open space, large windows
• 16x28 ft patio with southwest views
• Solid construction, move-in ready
• Passive solar design for year-round light and warmth
Guest House
• 784 sq ft renovated manufactured home
• 2 Bed / 1 Bath
• Modern interior & appliances
• Covered front porch
• Great for family, guests, or rental income
Workshop / Tiny Home Potential
• 864 sq ft with 8x10 ft garage door
• Convertible to a tiny home, studio, or guest suite
• Ideal for hobbies, income, or expansion
Why South-Facing Matters
• Maximum sunlight & passive heat
• Longer grow seasons, faster snowmelt
• Solar-friendly, wind-protected
• Brighter interiors, long-term value
The Land
• 22+ gently sloped, usable acres
• Open clearings + wooded privacy
• Perfect for farming, hiking, glamping, or homesteading
• Private sewer, no HOA or restrictions
• Year-round maintained road access
Prime Location
• Immediate access to Highway 19E
• Near Roan Mountain State Park, Grandfather Mountain, Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake
• 20 mins to Elizabethton, 35 to Johnson City & Banner Elk
• Close to dining, hospitals, shopping, regional airports
Highlights at a Glance: 3 buildings with flexible living or rental use, southern exposure, private utilities, stunning views, and expansion potential. Perfect for homeowners looking to live in harmony with nature, investors seeking a profitable rental setup, or someone dreaming of a mountain homestead with expansion potential.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (7/31)
$650,000
111 J D Whitehead Rd, Roan Mountain, TN 37687
3beds
1,008sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2013
22.68 Acres Lot
$608,300 Zestimate®
$645/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid constructionMove-in readyGently sloped usable acresCovered front porchStunning viewsSouth-facing mountain estateSouthern exposure
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 10:44am
Listed by:
Hardev Nischal 732-439-4079,
KW Johnson City 423-433-6500,
Colin Johnson 423-930-8003,
KW Johnson City
Source: TVRMLS,MLS#: 9981629
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,008
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 22.68 Acres
- Dimensions: 22.68
- Topography: Mountainous, Part Wooded, Pasture, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 083 158.02
- Zoning: Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Metal Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Above Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Roan Mountain
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $645/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $162,500
- Annual tax amount: $521
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan
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