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Five-Bedroom Country Home on 5.11 Wooded Acres – Brownsville, TN – $299,900

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3252 Union Mercer Rd
Brownsville, TN 38012
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Property Overview

Set on 5.11 wooded acres in Brownsville, Tennessee, this country-style single-family residence offers five bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and 2,265 square feet of living space. Built in 1938, the one-level home combines substantial interior space with a private, tree-filled setting and room for the next owner to complete unfinished improvements according to their own vision.

The interior includes a large living room, separate den, separate dining room, recreation room, pantry-equipped kitchen, and three bedrooms on the main level. Flooring includes carpet, wood, and tile, while a living-room fireplace adds a traditional focal point. Central electric heating and central air provide year-round climate control.

Outside, the property features mature established trees, wooded topography, a covered porch, and an attached two-car garage. The home also has a well and septic tank, along with electricity available at the property. High-speed internet is listed among the interior features.

Property Details

Living Space 2,265 square feet
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms, including 3 main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 full bathrooms
Lot 5.11 wooded acres
Year Built 1938
Architecture Country-style single-family residence

Interior Features

  • Five bedrooms and two full bathrooms
  • Three bedrooms on the main level
  • Large 375-square-foot living room
  • Separate den
  • Separate dining room
  • 408-square-foot recreation room
  • 204-square-foot kitchen with pantry
  • Living-room fireplace
  • Carpet, wood, and tile flooring
  • Crawl-space foundation
  • Central electric heating and central air conditioning
  • Electric oven
  • Electric dryer hookup
  • High-speed internet listed as a property feature

Exterior, Land & Parking

The 5.11-acre property is wooded and features mature, established trees across a peaceful country setting. A covered porch provides outdoor space connected to the home, while the attached two-car garage provides dedicated parking.

The property is not located within a subdivision and does not have an HOA. The parcel is identified as 089 01701 000.

Utilities & Property Systems

  • Private well water
  • Septic tank sewer system
  • Electricity available at the property
  • Central electric heating
  • Central air conditioning
  • High-speed internet listed among the property features

Condition & Improvement Potential

The home includes unfinished improvements, giving the next owner an opportunity to continue the work and shape portions of the property around their own preferences. The substantial interior footprint, five-bedroom layout, recreation room, separate living spaces, and wooded acreage provide a range of possibilities for completing and using the home.

Buyer Area Research

Area Overview

Brownsville is the county seat of Haywood County in West Tennessee. The 2020 U.S. Census recorded 9,788 residents, while the Census Bureau’s 2024 population estimate was 9,358. Brownsville covers approximately 9.9 square miles according to Census Bureau data.

The city is positioned along Interstate 40, with U.S. Routes 70 and 79 providing regional road connections. Brownsville is also associated with the Hatchie River, West Tennessee music heritage, and the Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge in Haywood County.

Safety & Crime

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s 2024 Brownsville Police Department NIBRS agency overview reported 723 Group A offenses, with 274 offenses cleared. The report lists a 2024 population estimate of 9,264 for the agency’s reporting area and a Group A offense rate of 7,804.4 per 100,000 population.

These figures are city-level law-enforcement statistics and should not be interpreted as property-specific safety measurements. Crime reporting can also vary by agency and reporting methodology.

Schools & Education

Haywood County Schools serves the Brownsville area. The district’s current school system includes Anderson Early Childhood Center, Haywood Elementary School, East Side Intermediate School, Sunny Hill Intermediate School, Haywood Middle School, Haywood High School, Haywood County Virtual Academy, and Student Options Academy.

Nearby schools are presented here as area resources; school proximity alone does not establish enrollment assignment for this property. Buyers should confirm the current school assignment directly with Haywood County Schools.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Haywood County Community Hospital is located in Brownsville at 2545 North Washington Avenue. The facility provides emergency care 24 hours a day and also lists inpatient care, radiology and imaging, and laboratory services.

Haywood Post Acute is another local healthcare resource, located at 704 North Dupree Avenue in Brownsville. It provides post-acute and skilled nursing services.

Housing Market History

Historical Brownsville housing values can be reviewed using Zillow Home Value Index data compiled for the city. The comparable annual series below uses the same ZHVI metric for each year.

Year Brownsville ZHVI Annual Change
2021 $146,765 —
2022 $152,668 +4.0%
2023 $170,110 +11.4%
2024 $176,194 +3.6%
2025 $167,727 -4.8%

Annual percentage changes are calculated from the comparable annual ZHVI values. Historical housing data describes past market conditions and is not a prediction of future property values.

Current Brownsville market context: Zillow reported an average Brownsville home value of $171,025 as of August 31, 2026, representing a 0.3% change over the preceding year.

Transportation & Access

Brownsville benefits from regional access through Interstate 40 and U.S. Routes 70 and 79. The city’s transportation network places Brownsville between Memphis and Jackson, with I-40 providing the principal east-west interstate connection through the area.

According to the City of Brownsville, U.S. Routes 70 and 79 form a bypass around the southern and eastern sides of the city. I-40 passes south of Brownsville, with exits 56 and 60 providing access to the city.

Shopping & Everyday Services

Brownsville provides everyday shopping and services within the local community. Grocery options include Food Giant, Ruler Foods, Save-A-Lot, and Walmart Supercenter. The Walmart Supercenter at 1100 South Dupree Avenue also provides pharmacy, vision, and auto-care services.

Parks & Recreation

Brownsville and Haywood County offer access to outdoor and cultural recreation. Webb F. Banks Passive Park in Brownsville includes a walking trail, while the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center features exhibits focused on West Tennessee music, cotton, the Hatchie River, and local cultural history.

The nearby Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 11,556 acres along 23 miles of the Hatchie River in Haywood County. Public activities listed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service include hiking, fishing, boating, birding, wildlife observation, photography, and environmental education.

Utilities & Connectivity

The property itself is served by a well and septic tank, with electricity available at the property. These property-specific systems should be confirmed during the buyer’s due diligence and inspection process.

At the area level, internet service options in Brownsville include providers such as Spectrum and AT&T. Spectrum states that service is available in Brownsville with plans offering speeds up to 1 Gig, while also noting that address-level availability should be confirmed directly with the provider.

Development & Planning

Haywood County is continuing long-range land-use planning through the Haywood Next Future Land Use Plan. The county identifies agriculture, economic development, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship as key considerations as the community grows.

The City of Brownsville also continues municipal planning activity. A January 2026 Planning Commission notice included proposed administrative rezoning involving property on East Jefferson Street and Mercer Road. Planning activity should be reviewed directly with the city or county when evaluating any potential effect on a particular property.

Haywood County’s planning materials also identify the regional Blue Oval City investment as an important factor influencing future development, employment, infrastructure, housing, and services in the broader county. These are regional planning considerations and do not constitute a prediction of future property values.

Property Summary

Property Type Single Family Residence
Address 3252 Union Mercer Rd
City Brownsville
County Haywood County
State Tennessee
ZIP 38012
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2 full bathrooms
Square Feet 2,265
Lot Size 5.11 acres
Year Built 1938
Parcel / APN 089 01701 000
Architectural Style Country
Parking Attached two-car garage
Water Well
Sewer Septic tank
Heating Central electric
Cooling Central air
Lot Features Wooded
HOA No HOA
Subdivision No subdivision

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