Off-Grid Mountain Retreat with Two Tiny Cabins on 5 Acres – Del Rio, TN – $74,900

Property Overview

Set in the mountains of Del Rio, Tennessee, this approximately 5-acre property features two finished tiny cabins, an off-grid setup, and approximately 150 feet of creek frontage. The property directly borders the Cherokee National Forest, creating a wooded setting with immediate access to a large public-land recreation area.

The two cabins provide approximately 400 square feet of finished interior area combined as represented in the current property record, with two bedrooms and no bathrooms listed. The property is currently configured for off-grid living, while electric service is available at the road.

A creek runs through the property, while the surrounding mountain landscape provides a natural setting for outdoor recreation, a private retreat, a hunting or outdoor basecamp, or a future homestead project. The property was built in 2026 and is located in the Del Rio community of Cocke County.

Property Features

Land & Outdoor Features

Approximately 5 acres provide a private mountain setting with wooded surroundings and approximately 150 feet of creek frontage. The property directly borders the Cherokee National Forest, placing extensive public-land recreation resources immediately adjacent to the property.

The Cherokee National Forest encompasses more than 660,000 acres across the Southern Appalachian Mountains and includes more than 700 miles of trails, rivers, waterfalls, scenic byways, campgrounds, and day-use facilities.

Utilities & Connectivity

The property is currently set up off-grid. Electric service is available at the road, while the current property configuration is not presented as connected to conventional utility service.

Area-level internet options include AT&T Internet Air, with AT&T noting that fiber availability is limited by location. Availability, technology, and service performance should be confirmed directly for the property address before purchase.

Tennessee maintains a list of permitted septic installers serving Cocke County, including providers located in the Del Rio area. This area-level information does not establish the presence of a septic system on the property.

Buyer Area Research

Area Overview

Del Rio is a rural community in Cocke County in East Tennessee. ZIP Code 37727 covers Del Rio and surrounding rural areas and is characterized by a relatively low population density and a large land area. A current ZIP-level profile lists approximately 1,936 residents.

The area is closely associated with the Southern Appalachian landscape, with the Cherokee National Forest providing extensive public recreation opportunities throughout the surrounding region.

Safety & Crime

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s 2024 Crime in Tennessee report lists 997 offenses for the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office in its 2024 NIBRS agency overview, with 516 offenses cleared. The report does not provide a population denominator for that agency overview, so no per-capita crime rate is presented here.

These figures represent reported offenses for the sheriff’s office and should not be interpreted as property-specific crime statistics or as a safety rating for the immediate surroundings of the property.

Schools & Education

Nearby schools identified for this address include Grassy Fork Elementary School, serving grades K–8, and Cosby High School, serving grades 9–12. Zillow identifies Grassy Fork Elementary at approximately 2.2 miles from the property and Cosby High School at approximately 7.5 miles. These nearby-school listings do not establish school assignment or enrollment eligibility.

Cocke County School District operates schools including Del Rio Elementary School, Grassy Fork Elementary School, Cosby Elementary School, Cosby High School, and Cocke County High School.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Healthcare resources serving the broader area include Newport Medical Center in Newport. The community hospital is located at 435 Second Street and provides emergency services, diagnostic imaging, cancer care, heart care, maternity services, neurology, orthopedic services, rehabilitation, respiratory care, surgical services, and women’s health services.

A primary-care provider is also listed at 260 Highway 107 South in Del Rio, providing a local healthcare option within the community.

Housing Market History

ZIP Code 37727’s historical median home-value series from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey shows substantial year-to-year movement in owner-occupied housing values. The figures below use the same ZIP-level median home-value metric throughout the series.

Historical figures are ZIP-level ACS estimates for owner-occupied housing and describe the broader 37727 market rather than this individual property. They are descriptive historical data and are not a forecast of future property values.

More recent market measures use different methodologies. Redfin reported a median sale price of $250,000 for homes in ZIP 37727 over the three months ending May 2026, while Realtor.com reported a $427,000 median listing price for the ZIP in March 2026. These figures are not directly interchangeable with the ACS median home-value series.

Transportation & Access

Regional transportation through the Del Rio and Cocke County area includes U.S. 25/70 and Tennessee State Route 107. These routes provide connections through the East Tennessee mountain region and toward nearby communities.

As of late August 2026, TDOT reported temporary lane restrictions and signalized one-lane sections on U.S. 25/70 between State Route 107 and the North Carolina state line following storm damage. Road conditions can change as repair work progresses.

Shopping & Everyday Services

Everyday services are available in and around Del Rio, with the Del Rio Post Office located on Highway 25/70. Local listings also identify Slab Market on East Highway 25/70. Additional grocery, pharmacy, retail, banking, and service options are available in the broader Cocke County area, particularly toward Newport.

Parks & Recreation

Outdoor recreation is a defining feature of the surrounding area. The adjacent Cherokee National Forest includes extensive trail systems, campgrounds, picnic facilities, fishing locations, boating areas, swimming sites, observation areas, and other recreation resources.

The Houston Valley Recreation Area near Del Rio includes picnic facilities, hiking and equestrian trails, a grass recreation area, and access to nearby outdoor destinations. The area also connects with the broader network of public lands and waterways in the Cherokee National Forest.

Utilities & Connectivity

The property’s current configuration is off-grid, with electric service available at the road. Buyers should verify the cost and requirements for bringing electric service to the cabins and should independently confirm water, wastewater, internet, and other utility arrangements before closing.

At the area level, AT&T lists Internet Air service in Del Rio and notes that fiber availability is limited by location. Service availability and performance should be confirmed directly at the property.

Development & Planning

Current regional transportation work includes repairs along U.S. 25/70 in Cocke County following storm damage. TDOT reported temporary traffic controls and lane restrictions on portions of the route between State Route 107 and the North Carolina state line in August 2026.

No specific approved or proposed development project tied directly to 1504 Stump Dog Way was identified in the available public information reviewed for this listing. Buyers considering future improvements should confirm zoning, building requirements, access, septic requirements, and utility approvals with the appropriate local authorities.

Property Summary