225 Lake Forest Ln Spring City, TN 37381
3
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,158
Sq Ft
0.89
Acres
Highlights
- Lake Front
- Deck
- No HOA
- Docks
- 1 Fireplace
- 3 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2025This stunning WATERFRONT LOG HOME offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience, located on our beautiful Watts Bar Lake. This property was designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with spacious indoor and outdoor areas. The heart of this home is the open kitchen, dining and Living room with soaring beam celling and large windows for a grand view. The stone wood burning fireplace is perfect for those cozy evenings. The master bedroom is located on the main level with it's private master bath. Each of the two bedrooms on the second floor have their own private full bathroom, you will also find a office area, (sellers are using this as a fourth bedroom). The basement level features a comfortable den with kitchenette, full bathroom, ideal for guest or in-law suite, (currently used as a bedroom) . Ample parking and storage are available, with a three car garage, owners are using this partly as a bonus area for pool table. This property includes a private dock equipped with boat lifts and jet ski lifts and yes you have YEAR AROUND WATER at the dock. Need a place to launch you boat you have a private concrete boat ramp with this home. This home has it all, call today for a private showing. Sellers are in the process of moving and I will have updated pictures soon of the inside.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,800
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 0.89 Acre Lot
- Lake Front
- Level Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Carport Space
- Driveway
Home Design
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,158 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Storage
- Lake Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Docks
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Spring City Elementary School
- Spring City Middle School
- Rhea County High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Septic Tank
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lake Forest Est Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 044B A 00200 000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2025
Closed on
Jul 16, 2025
Sold by
Ebersole Caleb
Bought by
Patrick Christopher and Pitte Jane
Seller's Agent
Anneke Wilkey
Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty- Dayton
Buyer's Agent
A NON-MEMBER
--NON-MEMBER OFFICE--
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-8.23%
Views
55
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
64.28%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2024
Closed on
Dec 5, 2024
Sold by
Shaffer James and Shaffer Angela
Bought by
Ebersole Caleb
List Price
$948,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$348,000
-36.71%
Views
46
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
68.55%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 15, 2013
Closed on
Jul 14, 2014
Sold by
Welch William M
Bought by
Shaffer James and Shaffer Angela
Seller's Agent
Melanie Reynolds
Blue Key Properties
Buyer's Agent
Melanie Reynolds
Blue Key Properties
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-6.43%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.87%
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Interest Rate
4.24%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2012
Closed on
Aug 16, 2012
Sold by
Orton Thomas
Bought by
Welch William M
Seller's Agent
Mark Hite
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Comps Only
COMPS ONLY
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-10.48%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.74%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2003
Bought by
Orton Thomas W
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2001
Sold by
Burchwell Roy D
Bought by
Orton Margaret M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 1999
Sold by
Carl Bryant
Bought by
Burchwell Roy D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 1988
Bought by
Bryant Carl and Bryant Anita
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 1977
Bought by
Wade Raymond
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $90,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $600,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $495,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $470,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $332 | -- | |
| Deed | $75,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $26,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $459,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $398,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $396,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $376,000 | Commercial |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $825,000 | -8.2% | $261 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | +49.8% | $285 / Sq Ft |
| 12/05/2024 12/05/24 | Sold | $600,000 | -36.7% | $190 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2024 11/14/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/06/2024 09/06/24 | For Sale | $948,000 | +91.5% | $300 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2014 07/17/14 | Sold | $495,000 | -6.4% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2014 06/12/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/14/2013 10/14/13 | For Sale | $529,000 | +12.6% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2012 08/15/12 | Sold | $470,000 | -10.5% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2012 07/20/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $174 / Sq Ft |
Source: Realtracs
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,333 | $173,000 | $48,750 | $124,250 |
| 2023 | $2,795 | $123,975 | $42,500 | $81,475 |
| 2022 | $2,795 | $123,975 | $42,500 | $81,475 |
| 2021 | $2,795 | $123,975 | $42,500 | $81,475 |
| 2020 | $2,782 | $123,975 | $42,500 | $81,475 |
| 2019 | $2,782 | $123,400 | $42,500 | $80,900 |
| 2018 | $2,362 | $107,525 | $42,500 | $65,025 |
| 2017 | $2,362 | $107,525 | $42,500 | $65,025 |
| 2016 | $2,362 | $107,525 | $42,500 | $65,025 |
| 2015 | $2,277 | $107,525 | $42,500 | $65,025 |
| 2014 | $2,277 | $108,625 | $42,500 | $66,125 |
| 2013 | -- | $108,625 | $42,500 | $66,125 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anneke Wilkey
Seller's Agent in 2025
Anneke Wilkey
Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty- Dayton
(423) 580-7794
422 Total Sales
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
A NON-MEMBER
--NON-MEMBER OFFICE--
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2014
Melanie Reynolds
Blue Key Properties
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2012
Mark Hite
Keller Williams Realty
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Comps Only
COMPS ONLY
Map
Source: Realtracs
MLS Number: 2955261
APN: 044B-A-002.00
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