Three-Bedroom Home on 6.6 Acres with French Broad River Views – Del Rio, TN – $280,000

Property Overview

Set on 6.6 peaceful, unrestricted acres in Del Rio, this one-level three-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers 1,152 square feet of comfortable living space with a covered front porch, oversized one-car attached garage, and expansive outdoor space. Built in 1977, the home combines a practical layout with country privacy and convenient access along Highway 25/70.

The covered front porch looks toward the French Broad River across the street, providing a scenic water view and a tranquil setting. The property also includes a large powered outbuilding for storage or workshop use and a second smaller shed for lawn and garden equipment. Wooded and cleared portions of the irregular 6.6-acre lot provide flexibility for outdoor use and personal projects.

Interior Features

The main level contains all three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The living room measures approximately 21 by 14 feet, while the primary bedroom measures approximately 12 by 12 feet. The second and third bedrooms measure approximately 13 by 11 feet and 10 by 11 feet, respectively.

The kitchen includes an electric oven, electric range, refrigerator, microwave and electric water heater. Laundry is located on the main level. Interior features include ceiling fans, luxury vinyl and laminate flooring, central electric heating and central air conditioning. A gas-log fireplace adds another feature to the living area.

Exterior, Land & Outdoor Features

The property encompasses 6.6 acres with an irregular lot configuration measuring approximately 199 x 685 x 587 x 878 feet. The land includes both wooded and cleared areas. A covered front porch provides an outdoor sitting area facing the French Broad River, which is located across the street.

An oversized attached one-car garage provides covered parking. The property also includes an additional outbuilding and a second smaller shed. The large powered shed provides space for storage or workshop use, while the smaller shed is suited to lawn and garden equipment.

Structure & Construction

The single-family residence was built in 1977 and has one level of living space. Construction includes vinyl siding and a frame structure beneath a composition shingle roof. The home has a crawl-space foundation.

The property also features an encapsulated crawlspace, providing an additional feature for moisture management and energy efficiency.

Utilities & Property Systems

Property-specific utility information includes well water, a septic tank wastewater system, propane service and electrical service through circuit breakers. Heating is electric and central, while cooling is provided by central air conditioning.

Broadband availability should be confirmed at the property address before purchase. The Federal Communications Commission’s National Broadband Map provides address-level information about reported internet providers, technologies and available speeds.

Sources: Federal Communications Commission Broadband Data Collection

Buyer Area Research

Area Overview

Del Rio is located in Cocke County in East Tennessee, along the French Broad River and near the North Carolina state line. Cocke County covers approximately 436.1 square miles. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the county’s population at 37,889 as of July 1, 2025, compared with a 2020 Census population of 35,999.

Cocke County’s 2020-2024 Census estimates report an owner-occupied housing rate of 74.5 percent and a median value of owner-occupied housing units of $158,100. The county also recorded 79.1 percent of households with a broadband internet subscription during the 2020-2024 period.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts — Cocke County; U.S. Census Bureau — Cocke County Profile

Safety & Crime

Crime statistics should be interpreted at the geographic level reported rather than as characteristics of an individual property. For 2024, law-enforcement agencies headquartered in Cocke County reported 156 violent-crime offenses and 590 property-crime offenses to the FBI, along with 14 arsons. The reported offenses included 137 aggravated assaults, 86 burglaries, 429 larceny-thefts and 75 motor-vehicle thefts.

These are county-level reported offense figures and do not establish a safety rating for the property or its immediate surroundings. The FBI notes that crime data depend on agency reporting and reporting completeness.

Sources: FBI Crime Data Explorer; Cocke County 2024 reported-offense summary

Schools & Education

Cocke County Schools operates Del Rio Elementary School at 500 South Highway 107 in Del Rio. The district also operates Cocke County High School in Newport. The district provides elementary and secondary education as well as career and technical education programs.

Nearby-school information does not by itself establish enrollment assignment for this property. Buyers should confirm the current school assignment directly with Cocke County Schools before relying on it for a purchase decision.

Sources: Cocke County School District — Schools; Del Rio Elementary School; Cocke County School District

Healthcare & Hospitals

Newport provides access to Newport Medical Center at 435 Second Street. The community hospital offers emergency services, diagnostic imaging, heart care, maternity care, neurology, orthopedic services, rehabilitation, respiratory care, surgical services and women’s health services.

Primary-care and other healthcare providers are also available in Newport and throughout Cocke County. Emergency and healthcare service availability can change, so current services should be confirmed directly with the provider.

Sources: Tennova Healthcare — Newport Medical Center; Newport Medical Center — About Us; Cocke County Partnership — Healthcare

Housing Market History

Historical county-level housing data provide context for the broader Cocke County market. Tennessee Housing Development Agency data compiled from Tennessee Comptroller sources reported the following median home sales prices for Cocke County. The series uses the same county geography and median home sales price metric throughout.

Source: Tennessee Housing Development Agency — Tennessee Home Sales Data; THDA — Cocke County Housing Indicators

Transportation & Access

The property is located on Highway 25/70 in Del Rio. U.S. 25, U.S. 70 and Tennessee State Route 9 share the corridor through Del Rio, with the route connecting toward the North Carolina state line to the east and toward Newport to the northwest.

The corridor follows the French Broad River through this portion of Cocke County and provides regional road access without relying on unsupported drive-time estimates. Newport serves as a nearby regional center for additional shopping, services and healthcare.

Sources: U.S. Route 25 in Tennessee — route information; Tennessee State Route 9 — route information

Shopping & Everyday Services

Everyday shopping and services are available in Newport. Food City operates a grocery store and pharmacy at 416 Eastern Plaza Shopping Center, while the Newport Walmart Supercenter at 1075 Cosby Highway provides grocery shopping, pharmacy services, automotive services and other retail services.

These Newport locations provide access to grocery, pharmacy and general retail services without assigning unsupported travel distances from the property.

Sources: Food City — Newport; Walmart Supercenter — Newport; Walmart Pharmacy — Newport

Parks & Recreation

The French Broad River is a significant recreational resource in the Del Rio area. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation identifies the French Broad as a Tennessee Scenic River and a Class III Developed River Area. The designated scenic river system includes access points and blueway opportunities, while whitewater rafting is popular along the stretch from the North Carolina line to Del Rio.

The property’s location across from the French Broad River adds a direct visual connection to this regional natural resource. Recreational access points and activities are separate from the property unless specifically identified as part of the parcel.

Source: Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation — French Broad Scenic River

Utilities & Connectivity

The home itself has well water, a septic tank, propane service and electric service. These are property-specific systems and should be evaluated as part of the buyer’s normal inspection and due-diligence process.

At the broader county level, the U.S. Census Bureau reports that 79.1 percent of Cocke County households had a broadband internet subscription during 2020-2024. Address-level internet availability can vary, so the FCC National Broadband Map should be checked for the exact property address and current provider information.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts — Cocke County; FCC National Broadband Map information

Development & Planning

Cocke County maintains a zoning and planning process covering development permits, zoning permits, septic approvals when applicable, and related development requirements. The county’s Regional Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals maintain scheduled meetings and review development-related matters.

No specific approved or under-construction development project affecting this property was established from the county planning sources reviewed. Buyers considering future improvements should confirm current zoning, floodplain requirements, septic requirements and development approvals directly with Cocke County before proceeding.

Sources: Cocke County Zoning Department; Cocke County Planning Commission; Cocke County Floodplain Department

Property Summary