Homes rarely hit the market in Sewanee's Big Springs - people come here, fall in love, and stay. The moment you turn onto the newly finished drive at 680 Rattlesnake Spring Rd, you feel why. Tucked far back on a quiet 3.86-acre corner lot, this home is surrounded by mature hardwoods, wildlife, and year-round deer, creating a peaceful, private world of its own.
Inside, warmth defines the home. Two wood-burning fireplaces anchor the living spaces, filling the open layout with comfort and belonging. The main living area features vaulted ceilings, a full rear wall of glass, and two-story windows framing breathtaking views of Lost Cove. Sunrises pour across the bluff each morning, offering a daily show from the kitchen, living room, or the brand-new back deck perched near the edge of the cove.
Built in 1986, the home includes a three-quarter basement blasted from solid bedrock, adding 430 sq ft of additional living area. A slate-floored foyer with cathedral ceiling and skylight welcomes you in, leading to a family room with mountain-stone fireplace, French doors to the deck, a downstairs bedroom/study, full bath, laundry room, and access to an oversized two-car garage with attached carport. A 42'x30' concrete slab behind the garage, formerly a basketball court, is ready for a workshop or future addition. The finished 18'x24' basement room has served as a theater, game room, and gym.
Upstairs are four bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a primary suite with private bath, walk-in closet, and elevated floor-to-ceiling views over Lost Cove.
Recent upgrades include a new roof (2/25), fresh paint, new heat unit, new dec (wired for a new hot-tub), new garage floor, & refinished driveway.
Just five minutes from the village of Sewanee & the University of the South, this home offers access to year-round cultural events, athletic facilities, & a top-10 nationally ranked golf course designed by Gil Hanse. Privacy, scenery, & convenience - this is Sewanee living at its fines
For sale
$900,000
680 Rattlesnake Spring Rd, Sewanee, TN 37375
5beds
2,745sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
3.86 Acres Lot
$851,900 Zestimate®
$328/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Refinished drivewayFresh paintNew roofOpen layoutNew garage floorVaulted ceilingsNew heat unit
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 22, 2025 at 07:43am
Listed by:
Asher Black 423-208-4943,
Keller Williams Realty 423-664-1900,
Daniel Blodgett 423-509-7021,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1524404
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Electric Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Lower Level
Features
- Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Sitting Area, Soaking Tub, Tub/shower Combo, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Slate, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,745
- Total interior livable area: 2,745 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,294
- Finished area below ground: 451
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Basketball Court, Fire Pit, Garden, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 3.86 Acres
- Dimensions: 166 x 592 x 438 x 628
- Features: Back Yard, Bluff, Brow Lot, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Many Trees, Near Golf Course, Pie Shaped Lot, Private, Rock Outcropping, Views, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 079 046.00
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Big Springs
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sewanee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $328/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $508,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,535
- Date on market: 11/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$851,900
$809,000 - $894,000
$1,758/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $900,000$328/sqft |
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors #1524404 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,535 | $127,050 |
| 2023 | $2,535 +6.4% | $127,050 |
| 2022 | $2,383 +6.3% | $127,050 +63.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,082/mo
Principal & interest
$4347
Property taxes
$420
Home insurance
$315
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 37375
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Sewanee Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10South Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 4/10Franklin Co High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sewanee Elementary
- Middle: South Middle School
- High: Franklin Co High
Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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