Discover this classic 1,678 sq ft 2 Bed 1.5 Bath home w/ upstairs bonus room (currently used as two separate bedroom spaces, HB upstairs) on spacious 0.55-acre lot. Located just inside Cookeville city limits, this residence offers the perfect peace of mind with some significant updates including; $7000 storm shelter, new plumbing in 2018, new water heater July 2025 Main floor layout is functional and designed to be handicap accessible. Outdoors you will find one deck to the side exit of the home, with room to add another out back overlooking the expansive yard. The detached 2-car garage, and barn provide equipment, vehicle, and other additional space for storage. All kitchen appliances, washer, and dryer remain. This property combines essential updates with the charm of a 1950s build, making it a rare find in the Cookeville area. **Home is being sold "AS-IS"** Seller if offering to purchase a home warranty for the buyer up to $750 paid at closing.
For sale
Price cut: $16.5K (2/26)
$262,500
1040 Buffalo Valley Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501
2beds
1,678sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive yard
- 39 days |
- 1,408 |
- 50 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2026 at 07:00am
Listed by:
Donnita Hill,
Elevate Real Estate 931-520-6450
Source: UCMLS,MLS#: 241670
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,678
- Total interior livable area: 1,678 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage, Main Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered, Patio, Deck, Stoop
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 118 x 208
- Features: Wooded, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 097.02
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cookeville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $166,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,518
- Date on market: 1/19/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $262,500-5.9%$156/sqft |
Source:  UCMLS #241670 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,000+114.6%$166/sqft |
Source: UCMLS #241670 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2018 | Sold | $130,000-3.7%$77/sqft |
Source:  RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1870892 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2018 | Price change | $134,999-3.6%$80/sqft |
Source: Parrish & Associates #1870892 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2018 | Price change | $139,999-4%$83/sqft |
Source: Parrish & Associates #1870892 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2017 | Price change | $145,900-2.7%$87/sqft |
Source: Results MLS Realtors #183016 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $149,999+25%$89/sqft |
Source: Results MLS Realtors #183016 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2017 | Sold | $120,000+44.6%$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2005 | Sold | $83,000+12.2%$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2004 | Sold | $74,000+1.6%$44/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2002 | Sold | $72,837$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,518 +2% | $41,600 |
| 2024 | $1,489 | $41,600 |
| 2023 | $1,489 +8.7% | $41,600 |
| 2022 | $1,369 | $41,600 |
| 2021 | -- | $41,600 +32.7% |
| 2020 | $1,228 +33.8% | $31,350 |
| 2019 | $917 -18% | $31,350 |
| 2018 | $1,119 +78.2% | $31,350 +78.1% |
| 2017 | $628 | $17,600 |
| 2016 | $628 -3.7% | $17,600 |
| 2015 | $652 -5.3% | $17,600 -5.3% |
| 2014 | $688 | $18,577 |
| 2013 | $688 -0.1% | $18,577 |
| 2012 | $689 +6.1% | $18,577 |
| 2011 | $649 | $18,577 |
| 2010 | -- | $18,577 +5.9% |
| 2009 | $635 | $17,546 |
| 2008 | $635 +63.3% | $17,546 +51.6% |
| 2007 | $389 +3.7% | $11,577 |
| 2006 | $375 +1.8% | $11,577 +9.4% |
| 2005 | $368 | $10,578 |
| 2004 | $368 +5.2% | $10,578 |
| 2002 | $350 | $10,578 |
| 2001 | -- | $10,578 -75% |
| 2000 | -- | $42,310 |
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Est. payment
$1,322/mo
Principal & interest
$1230
Property taxes
$92
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 38501
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cane Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Upperman Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 5/10Upperman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
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