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    235 Sparta St Spencer, TN 38585

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    $899,900

    LAND - Spencer, TN

    Lot size:
    37.00 Acres
    Days on Market:
    6
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 28 at 8:06 pm

    Property Features for 235 Sparta St

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    030 002.00
    Lot size
    37.00 Acres

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    Listing Contact
    Jim Stoneburner
    Jim Stoneburner

    Honors Real Estate Services (865) 238-0002

    Listing agent Jim Stoneburner (865) 296-2732

    Listing date Jan 23, 2026

    MLS# 1323005 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Serene Mountain Property with Brow

    This 38-acre mountaintop property is located in Spencer, Tennessee, offering a serene environment. The non-restricted land includes a brow lot with a creek, featuring 5 acres on top of the brow and 33 acres by the wrap-around creek. Investor potential is significant, with possibilities for a primary residence, tiny home community, AIRBNBs, hunting cabins, at-home business, or multi-family homestead/compound. High-speed fiber optic internet is available. The property is within walking distance of the Van Buren County School System and offers numerous build sites. Improvements include a 2-year-old lived-in tiny house with full-size appliances and a 100-year-old original four-room storage cabin home. The lot has been perk-tested and approved for a 3-bedroom home at the creek. It features a 200 amp electric service on the upper driveway and a 30 amp RV outlet installed on the service pole. Mature hardwood trees are abundant, suitable for milling and building. A covered newer portable sawmill and a 15HP Frontier Sawmill are ready for milling. Wildlife is abundant, including deer, turkey, fox, and rabbits. The property, which was uninhabited for 50 years or more, offers seclusion in the heart of Spencer, TN. Newly established trails are present throughout the property. Nearby places include Fall Creek Falls, Burgess Falls, and Baker Mountain. Drive times to nearby cities are 15 minutes to Sparta, 30 minutes to Cookeville, 1 hour to Chattanooga, 90 minutes to Knoxville, and 2 hours to Nashville. The property is located in Van Buren County.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Specialty properties

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Wholesale Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Hotel & Motel Gym & Fitness Pharmacy Department Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Spencer
    County
    Van Buren
    State
    Tennessee
    Longitude
    -85.470149
    Latitude
    35.750761

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Specialty property - 38-acre mountaintop property with creek, suitable for various uses.
    Where is this specialty property located?
    The property is located at 235 Sparta St Spencer, TN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $899,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - 38-acre non-restricted mountaintop property with brow lot and creek, offering diverse usage possibilities.; - High-speed fiber optic internet available, 200 amp electric service, and perk tested approved for 3-bedroom home at creek.; - Includes a 2-year-old lived-in tiny house with full-size appliances and a 100-year-old original four-room storage cabin.
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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