Come home to comfort, peace, and solitude! East Tennessee mountain living is one of the most sought-after ways of life! Now is your chance to own just that! The pace of life here takes its time and lets us enjoy the things that matter most! From the sounds of songbirds to the quiet mountain breezes that whisper through the trees to vibrant sunsets and star-filled night skies, you will find all that is lost. If you fear this is too far out, think again! Just 5 minutes to the local convenience store, 16 miles to groceries or daily needs, 30 minutes to Cleveland, and 1 hour to Chattanooga Airport, basically makes this the perfect homeplace for anyone looking to spread their wings beyond the city confines! Now, the facts! Beautifully situated on 5 acres, you will find this 2-story beauty, 2-car garage, and large steel workshop on a concrete slab complete with power and a wood stove for heat. As you walk into the home, you're greeted with high-end coffered ceilings outlined with stained-glass sconces and recessed lighting, luxury wood plank floors, granite countertops, a hammered copper kitchen sink, a gas range for superior cooking, stainless appliances, handmade cabinetry throughout, a wood-burning stone fireplace, and glass sliding doors and windows that bring the outdoors in! Just down the hall, you will be amazed at the main-floor bedroom with its comfy sitting area and roomy walk-in closet. The main bathroom is fully equipped for relaxation via the jetted, soaking bathtub. Ceramic tile flooring and granite countertops adorn this perfect retreat! Head up the low-rise staircase and find a world of room beyond! Featuring a huge den or family room with a full bathroom, tub/shower combo, large storage closets, PLUS two other bonus rooms for some overnight guests or not. Head outside to the spacious, level yard where you have mature fruit trees, garden beds, and a chicken coop! Have you seen the prices of groceries? Just one more reason to call this home! Come & Stay!
For sale
$514,900
161 Willie Shell Rd, Reliance, TN 37369
1beds
1,976sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature fruit treesWood-burning stone fireplaceSpacious level yardChicken coopLuxury wood plank floorsLarge storage closetsGarden beds
- 18 hours |
- 100 |
- 16 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Rutherford 423-405-8572,
Keller Williams 423-649-0090
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1534910
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Tub/shower Combo, Split Bedrooms, Whirlpool Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Plank
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Vinyl Frames, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Blower Fan, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,976
- Total interior livable area: 1,976 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,976
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Rural, Skyline, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Garden, Many Trees, Private, Secluded, Views, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Poultry Coop, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 058 028.01
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Other, Propane, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Secured Garage/Parking, Smoke Detector(s), Security Gate
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reliance
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $261/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,708
- Date on market: 5/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $514,900-1.9%$261/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $524,900$266/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $524,900-11.8%$266/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000+296.7%$301/sqft |
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| 10/3/2022 | Sold | $150,000-62.3%$76/sqft |
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| 7/20/2021 | Sold | $397,700+10.5%$201/sqft |
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| 1/2/2021 | Listing removed | $359,900$182/sqft |
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| 5/20/2020 | Price change | $359,900-29.3%$182/sqft |
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| 11/4/2019 | Price change | $509,000-4%$258/sqft |
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| 10/17/2019 | Price change | $530,000-1.9%$268/sqft |
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| 8/5/2019 | Listed for sale | $540,000+8207.7%$273/sqft |
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| 2/24/2012 | Sold | $6,500+85.7%$3/sqft |
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| 4/20/2011 | Sold | $3,500$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $150 | $8,900 |
| 2024 | $150 | $8,900 |
| 2023 | $150 -48.7% | $8,900 -23.8% |
| 2022 | $293 -81.5% | $11,675 -81.5% |
| 2021 | $1,585 | $63,100 |
| 2020 | $1,585 | $63,100 |
| 2019 | $1,585 | $63,100 |
| 2018 | $1,585 +0% | $63,100 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $1,585 +5.2% | $62,750 |
| 2016 | $1,507 -22% | $62,750 -22% |
| 2015 | $1,931 +195.2% | $80,400 +195.2% |
| 2014 | $654 +1691.4% | $27,235 +1526% |
| 2009 | $37 -83.1% | $1,675 -83.1% |
| 2008 | $216 | $9,928 |
| 2007 | -- | $9,928 |
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- 4/10Benton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8.3 mi
- 4/10Chilhowee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.3 mi
- 4/10Polk County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chilhowee Elementary
- Middle: Polk Innovative Learning Academy
- High: Polk County High School
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- Tennessee
- Polk County
- Reliance
- 37369
- 161 Willie Shell Rd
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