8229 E Lamar Alexander Parkway Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882
$975,000
Property Type:
Single Family
Bedrooms:
6
Square Footage:
4,300
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
30,492
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$975,000
List Date:
7/03/2026
Last Modified:
7/03/2026
Overview
Description
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Exceptional Little River Estate with Highway Frontage & Endless Possibilities
Discover one of Townsend's most unique and versatile properties, offering the rare combination of frontage on both E. Lamar Alexander Parkway (Highway 321) and the pristine Little River. Nestled along one of the river's most peaceful stretches--away from the heavy tubing traffic--this property provides deep water, outstanding fishing, and a serene mountain setting just minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Currently zoned B-1 Commercial, this exceptional property offers tremendous flexibility for a variety of business ventures (subject to county regulations), overnight rental opportunities, investment potential, or continued use as a spacious private residence. The home features approximately 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a spacious open family room, a large main-level bonus room, and an oversized primary suite. Originally constructed in 1952, the residence was thoughtfully expanded around 2010, blending classic character with modern living space. A fully finished and heated basement, dual HVAC systems, and generous living areas provide ample room for family, guests, or future business conversion.
Whether you're seeking a family estate, investment property, boutique commercial location, or riverfront retreat, this property offers unmatched potential in one of East Tennessee's most desirable destinations. Property Highlights: Frontage on both E. Lamar Alexander Parkway and the Little River
Peaceful river setting with deep water and excellent fishing Located outside the heavily trafficked tubing areas
B-1 Commercial Zoning allowing numerous business possibilities
Excellent overnight rental or mixed-use potential
6 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms
Large family room, bonus room, and spacious primary suite
Heated and finished full basement
Dual HVAC systems
Original home built in 1952 with major addition completed around 2010
Conveniently located along the Townsend Bike Trail
Minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The home is being offered As-Is, presenting an outstanding opportunity for buyers to create their own vision while investing in one of Townsend's most distinctive riverfront properties. Properties with this combination of commercial zoning, river frontage, highway visibility, and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park rarely become available. Schedule your private showing today and experience the exceptional possibilities that await at 8229 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway.
Listing Details MLS# 1346643
Location Tax Legal Info
- House #
- 8229
- St Dir
- E
- Street Name
- Lamar Alexander Parkway
- St Suffix
- Pkwy
- State/Province
- TN
- Zip Code
- 37882
- PIN #
- 097 088.00
Contract Info
- Auction Y/N
- No
- Listing Price
- 975000
- Occupancy
- Either
General Property Description
- Type
- Basement Ranch
- Lot Size SqFt
- 30492
- Acres
- 0.7
- Acre Source
- Tax Records
- Site Built
- Yes
- Restrictions
- No
- SqFt - Total (Aprox)
- 4300
- SqFt - Main Lvl
- 2800
- SqFt - Down Lvl
- 1500
- Total Unfinished SqFt
- 1300
- # Bedrooms
- 6
- Baths - Full
- 3
- Baths - 1/2
- Yes
- # of Rooms
- 13
- Fireplace
- No
- Property Status
- N/A
- HOA
- No
- Year Built
- 1952
- Bonus Room
- Yes
- Extra Storage
- Yes
- SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl
- 0
- SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl
- 0
- # Fireplace
- 0
- Basement
- Yes
Status Change Info
- Status Change Date
- 2026-07-03
Location, Tax & Legal Info
- Area
- Blount County - 28
- Property Sub-Type
- Residential
- City/County Code
- County
- Total Tax
- 1766.09
Remarks & Misc
- Directions
- : From Maryville take 321 to Townsend. Follow straight thru at the light as if going to the GSMNP. Property is Directly after passing Docs Motel on the Left. Sign on the property. Shown by appointment only.
- Public Remarks
- Exceptional Little River Estate with Highway Frontage & Endless Possibilities Discover one of Townsend's most unique and versatile properties, offering the rare combination of frontage on both E. Lamar Alexander Parkway (Highway 321) and the pristine Little River. Nestled along one of the river's most peaceful stretches--away from the heavy tubing traffic--this property provides deep water, outstanding fishing, and a serene mountain setting just minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Currently zoned B-1 Commercial, this exceptional property offers tremendous flexibility for a variety of business ventures (subject to county regulations), overnight rental opportunities, investment potential, or continued use as a spacious private residence. The home features approximately 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a spacious open family room, a large main-level bonus room, and an oversized primary suite. Originally constructed in 1952, the residence was thoughtfully expanded around 2010, blending classic character with modern living space. A fully finished and heated basement, dual HVAC systems, and generous living areas provide ample room for family, guests, or future business conversion. Whether you're seeking a family estate, investment property, boutique commercial location, or riverfront retreat, this property offers unmatched potential in one of East Tennessee's most desirable destinations. Property Highlights: Frontage on both E. Lamar Alexander Parkway and the Little River Peaceful river setting with deep water and excellent fishing Located outside the heavily trafficked tubing areas B-1 Commercial Zoning allowing numerous business possibilities Excellent overnight rental or mixed-use potential 6 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms Large family room, bonus room, and spacious primary suite Heated and finished full basement Dual HVAC systems Original home built in 1952 with major addition completed around 2010 Conveniently located along the Townsend Bike Trail Minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park The home is being offered As-Is, presenting an outstanding opportunity for buyers to create their own vision while investing in one of Townsend's most distinctive riverfront properties. Properties with this combination of commercial zoning, river frontage, highway visibility, and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park rarely become available. Schedule your private showing today and experience the exceptional possibilities that await at 8229 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway.
More Information
Atchd/Dtchd Type
- Detached
- Yes
Style
- Traditional
- Yes
Construction
- Brick
- Yes
- Frame
- Yes
Siding
- Shingle Shake
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Fireplace
- None
- Yes
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Central Cooling
- Yes
- Zoned
- Yes
Floors
- Hardwood
- Yes
- Vinyl
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Garage/Parking
- Carport Spaces
- 1
- Carport
- Yes
- Off-Street Parking
- Yes
Basement
- Finished
- Yes
- Partially Finished
- Yes
- Walkout
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Lot Description
- Irregular Lot
- Yes
- Level
- Yes
- River
- Yes
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Wooded
- Yes
Fuel
- Electric
- Yes
View
- Country Setting
- Yes
- Mountain View
- Yes
Heat
- Forced Air
- Yes
- Heat Pump
- Yes
Dining Area
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Yes
- Formal Dining Area
- Yes
Appliances
- Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
Other Rooms
- Bedroom Main Level
- Yes
- Breakfast Room
- Yes
- Extra Storage
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Laundry/Utility
- Yes
- Mstr Bdrm Main Level
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Deck
- Yes
- Porch - Covered
- Yes
Misc Features
- Internet Available
- Yes
- Walk-in Shower
- Yes
- Washer/Dryer Connect
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
Water
- Public
- Yes
- Shared Well
- Yes
New Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Showing
- See Agent Instructns
- Yes
Property Features
Style:
Traditional
Construction:
Brick; Frame
Siding:
Shingle Shake; Other
Basement:
Finished; Partially Finished; Walkout; Other
Lot Description:
Irregular Lot; Level; River; Waterfront; Wooded
View:
Country Setting; Mountain View
Fireplace:
None
Floors:
Hardwood; Vinyl; Other
Fuel:
Electric
Heat:
Forced Air; Heat Pump
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s); Central Cooling; Zoned
Appliances:
Range; Refrigerator
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Water:
Public; Shared Well
Other Rooms:
Bedroom Main Level; Breakfast Room; Extra Storage; Family Room; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Misc Features:
Internet Available; Walk-in Shower; Washer/Dryer Connect
Exterior Features:
Deck; Porch - Covered
Dining Area:
Eat-in Kitchen; Formal Dining Area
Showing:
See Agent Instructns
New Financing:
Cash; Conventional; Other
IDX
Listing Office:
Realty Executives Associates
Last Updated: July - 03 - 2026
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