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Browse land for sale across East Tennessee — buildable lots in Knoxville and the suburbs, mountain-view parcels near the Smokies, lakefront ground on seven lakes, and farms and timber tracts on the Cumberland Plateau.

Live East Tennessee land listings below · Updated July 2026

Buying Land in East Tennessee

A quick orientation to the region’s land market — then use the guides below to go deep on any area.

Four land markets: in-town lots (Knoxville, Maryville), mountain-view parcels (Sevier and Blount counties), lakefront and lake-view ground, and plateau acreage — each prices and moves differently.
Utilities decide value: water, sewer or septic suitability, and power access can swing a parcel’s value more than the view — we verify before you offer.
Perc tests matter: outside city sewer, a failed perc test can make ground unbuildable — make every offer contingent on soil work.
Zoning & restrictions: county zoning, HOA covenants, and short-term-rental rules vary block by block in the resort corridor — confirm your plan is allowed first.
Lake lots: TVA regulates docks and shoreline alteration on all seven lakes — dockability is the single biggest price factor on water ground.
Farms & timber: the plateau and outlying counties offer pasture, row-crop, and timber tracts — greenbelt status can significantly reduce carrying taxes.
Easy search strategy: pick your use first — homesite, farm, investment, or recreation — then filter by acreage and utilities.

Where to Buy Land

Each area has its own character, price points, and inventory. Start with a quick “what it’s like” overview.

Knoxville & Knox County ◊ Metro

Infill lots and close-in acreage — browse Knoxville land for build-ready ground near jobs and schools.

Sevier County & the Smokies ◊ Mountain

View parcels and cabin sites in the resort corridor — see Gatlinburg and Sevierville land.

Blount County & Maryville ◊ Foothills

Homesites and small farms against the mountains — browse Maryville land in the region’s favorite school district.

The Lake Shorelines ◊ Waterfront

Dockable lots and lake-view ground on Norris, Douglas, Cherokee, Watts Bar, and Tellico — browse lakefront land or go straight to Norris Lake lots.

Cumberland Plateau ◊ Acreage

Crossville, Jamestown, and the plateau — browse Cumberland Plateau land for the region’s best price-per-acre.

Regional Overview ◊ Everything

Want the full picture first? Read the East Tennessee land guide covering utilities, perc tests, and TVA rules.

Smoky Mountain Land ◊ Views

View tracts and cabin sites from Gatlinburg to Townsend — browse Smoky Mountain land.

Hunting & Farm Ground ◊ Recreation

Timber, creek bottoms, and pasture — see hunting land and farms for sale.

Budget Acreage ◊ Value

Owner-financed and entry-priced tracts — start with affordable land across the region.

Land Buying FAQs

Quick answers to common questions about buying land in East Tennessee — utilities, perc tests, financing, and next steps.

How much does land cost in East Tennessee?

The spread is wide: plateau acreage offers the lowest price per acre, foothills and suburban homesites sit mid-market, and dockable lakefront and Smoky Mountain view parcels command the premium. Utilities and buildability move price as much as location.

What should I check before buying a lot?

Access (deeded, not just customary), utilities at the road, soil/perc suitability, zoning and covenants, floodplain, and survey. We run this checklist on every parcel before clients offer.

What is a perc test and do I need one?

It measures how quickly soil absorbs water, determining whether a septic system can be installed. Outside city sewer, no perc means no house — always make offers contingent on soil evaluation.

Can I put a dock on lake property?

Only if TVA and the lake’s shoreline policy allow it for that specific parcel. Dockable frontage carries a large premium over view-only ground — we verify dock rights in writing before you buy.

How does land financing work?

Raw land typically requires larger down payments and shorter terms than home loans; local banks and farm-credit lenders are the usual routes. Construction-to-permanent loans can combine the lot and build.

What is greenbelt status?

Tennessee’s Greenbelt Law lets qualifying agricultural, forest, or open-space land be taxed on use value instead of market value — often a major carrying-cost reduction on larger tracts.

Can I put a barndominium or manufactured home on my land?

Depends on county zoning and any covenants — rules differ sharply between counties and even road by road. Tell us your plan and we’ll confirm where it’s allowed.

What’s the best next step?

Tell a Wallace agent your use — homesite, farm, investment, or recreation — plus acreage and budget. We’ll send a curated list of parcels we’d actually recommend.

Not sure where to start? Share your plans and acreage target — we’ll narrow the region to a short list of parcels that fit.

Talk to a Land Specialist

Tell us what you’re looking for — we’ll send matching parcels and answer utility, perc, and zoning questions.

Ready to Find Your Ground?

Tell us your use, acreage target, and budget — we’ll send a short list of parcels plus the areas to watch.

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