Unbelievable, historic farm in Sparta, Tennessee. Known as the County House Farm, the main home was constructed of the finest materials available in 1831. With a storied history, this farm dates back to the War of 1812 and the Civil War. There are over 250 acres of beautiful Tennessee farmland that offers approximately 2.5 miles of Calfkiller River frontage, mountain views from every angle, 3 ponds, 11 springs, 8 caves, and lots of wildlife to enjoy. The main home currently has all the history uncovered and ready for you to make it your own. The 3 bedroom 2 bath guest house is newly renovated and offers 1344 sq ft., large kitchen, and open living area. The property that is used for a cattle farm has good fencing, a large barn, and several other buildings. From a spectacular venue or simply being able to live off of and farm your own land, the possibilities are endless!! Own a truly remarkable property and historic treasure today!
For sale
$3,399,000
899 Messenger Rd, Sparta, TN 38583
6beds
5,328sqft
Est.:
Site Built w/Acreage
Built in 1831
250 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$638/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mountain viewsCalfkiller river frontageGood fencingSeveral other buildingsBeautiful tennessee farmlandFinest materialsLarge barn
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- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 08:07am
Listed by:
Brad Lewis,
True North Real Estate Services, LLC 931-837-7355
Source: UCMLS,MLS#: 236156

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: None, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Other
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s), Other
- Basement: Full,Block,Stone,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Three, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,328
- Total interior livable area: 5,328 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Attached Carport
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Horses Allowed, Garden
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Calf Killer River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Calf Killer River
- Waterfront features: Calf Killer River, Waterfront, Pond, River, Spring
Lot
- Size: 250 Acres
- Dimensions: 250 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Greenbelt, Horse Property, Wooded, Cleared, Waterfront, Views, Farm, Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Guest House, Cave(s)
- Parcel number: 034.00
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Site Built w/Acreage
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1831
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Utility District
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Sparta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $638/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $941,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,539
- Date on market: 4/28/2025
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