2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee, TN 37713 (MLS# 1359947)

2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee, TN 37713

$3,752,000

Property Type: Lots & Acreage Lot Size (sq. ft.): 2,020,305 Status: Active

Current Price: $3,752,000 List Date: 10/24/2026 Last Modified: 10/25/2026

Overview

Description

WATERFRONT - 45 UNRESTRICTED ACRES | MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 45 unrestricted acres in Cocke County, Tennessee, with roughly 2,000 feet of Nolichucky River frontage, multiple potential building sites, usable waterfront acreage, and elevated mountain terrain. The combination of road access, topography, and extensive shoreline provides opportunities for residential, recreational, and commercial development. One of the property's most significant features is its extensive usable waterfront combined with manageable terrain offering multiple potential building sites with mountain and water views--features highly sought after in East Tennessee but rarely found together on one property. Unlike riverfront properties limited by steep banks or narrow strips of land, this property offers relatively level, accessible waterfront extending up to approximately 300 feet inland in certain areas. This provides considerable space to accommodate building sites, internal roads, ... (Read more) WATERFRONT - 45 UNRESTRICTED ACRES | MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 45 unrestricted acres in Cocke County, Tennessee, with roughly 2,000 feet of Nolichucky River frontage, multiple potential building sites, usable waterfront acreage, and elevated mountain terrain. The combination of road access, topography, and extensive shoreline provides opportunities for residential, recreational, and commercial development. One of the property's most significant features is its extensive usable waterfront combined with manageable terrain offering multiple potential building sites with mountain and water views--features highly sought after in East Tennessee but rarely found together on one property. Unlike riverfront properties limited by steep banks or narrow strips of land, this property offers relatively level, accessible waterfront extending up to approximately 300 feet inland in certain areas. This provides considerable space to accommodate building sites, internal roads, parking, recreational facilities, and waterfront amenities. Although the Nolichucky River has a natural current, portions of the waterfront are wider and calmer, giving the appearance and feel of a lake. The shoreline offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and other waterfront activities. Seasonal or temporary docks may also be possible, subject to permitting and approval- buyer to verify. Multiple public roads maintained by Cocke County run through the property, providing access to multiple areas of the acreage. Electricity is serviced by Newport Utilities, with power infrastructure nearby at several locations near the waterfront and within the rear portions of the property. The land transitions from level waterfront to rolling and mountainous terrain with multiple potential building sites. Several portions of the property have grades manageable for construction equipment, with multiple access points allowing equipment to reach different elevations. This is particularly beneficial when considering grading, building pads, internal roads, utility installation, and phased development. Rather than relying on a single access point to reach the higher elevations, there are several locations from which a developer could evaluate access and construction. The property's configuration allows for several development concepts. A single-family residential community could incorporate homes along the elevated portions to take advantage of mountain and potential river views while maintaining shared waterfront access for residents. A cabin resort or short-term rental community could follow a similar approach, locating accommodations throughout the wooded and elevated acreage while reserving waterfront areas for guest amenities, recreational activities, and gathering spaces. The property is unrestricted. Other possibilities include an RV resort, campground, glamping, private hunting retreat, or recreational development. Commercial uses worth exploring include a kayak or canoe outfitter, fishing and outdoor recreation business, equipment rentals, waterfront event venue, or a combination of lodging and recreational services. The amount of usable waterfront, multiple potential building sites, and access to different elevations provide flexibility in evaluating how the property could be developed while making use of both the riverfront and mountainous acreage. Located in Bybee just outside of Newport and Parrottsville, Cocke County, the property is within reach of Western North Carolina- Asheville, Hot Springs, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, providing access to established tourism markets, outdoor recreation, and surrounding East Tennessee communities. Schedule your showing today.

Listing Details MLS# 1359947

Location Tax Legal Info

House #: 2201
Street Name: Stepp
St Suffix: Rd
State/Province: TN
Zip Code: 37713
PIN #: 012 00500 000

Contract Info

Auction Y/N: No
Listing Price: 3752000

General Property Description

Lot Dimensions: IRR
Lot Size SqFt: 2020305
Acres: 45
Acre Source: Tax Records
Restrictions: No
Property Status: N/A

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-10-23

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area: Cocke County - 39
City/County Code: County
Total Tax: 266

Remarks & Misc

Directions: From 440 Truck Stop at 1893 TN-73 in Newport, take I-40 to Exit 435 for US-321 N/TN-32 N. Turn right onto TN-32 N/US-321 N and continue approximately 1.4 miles. Continue straight onto TN-35 N, turn right onto E Main Street, then turn left onto McMahan Avenue. Continue onto US-321 N/North Street for approximately 2.5 miles, then turn right to remain on US-321 N for another 3.7 miles. Follow TN-340 N toward Bybee, then turn onto Stepp Road and continue to 2201 Stepp Road, Bybee, TN 37713.
Public Remarks: WATERFRONT - 45 UNRESTRICTED ACRES | MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 45 unrestricted acres in Cocke County, Tennessee, with roughly 2,000 feet of Nolichucky River frontage, multiple potential building sites, usable waterfront acreage, and elevated mountain terrain. The combination of road access, topography, and extensive shoreline provides opportunities for residential, recreational, and commercial development. One of the property's most significant features is its extensive usable waterfront combined with manageable terrain offering multiple potential building sites with mountain and water views--features highly sought after in East Tennessee but rarely found together on one property. Unlike riverfront properties limited by steep banks or narrow strips of land, this property offers relatively level, accessible waterfront extending up to approximately 300 feet inland in certain areas. This provides considerable space to accommodate building sites, internal roads, parking, recreational facilities, and waterfront amenities. Although the Nolichucky River has a natural current, portions of the waterfront are wider and calmer, giving the appearance and feel of a lake. The shoreline offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and other waterfront activities. Seasonal or temporary docks may also be possible, subject to permitting and approval- buyer to verify. Multiple public roads maintained by Cocke County run through the property, providing access to multiple areas of the acreage. Electricity is serviced by Newport Utilities, with power infrastructure nearby at several locations near the waterfront and within the rear portions of the property. The land transitions from level waterfront to rolling and mountainous terrain with multiple potential building sites. Several portions of the property have grades manageable for construction equipment, with multiple access points allowing equipment to reach different elevations. This is particularly beneficial when considering grading, building pads, internal roads, utility installation, and phased development. Rather than relying on a single access point to reach the higher elevations, there are several locations from which a developer could evaluate access and construction. The property's configuration allows for several development concepts. A single-family residential community could incorporate homes along the elevated portions to take advantage of mountain and potential river views while maintaining shared waterfront access for residents. A cabin resort or short-term rental community could follow a similar approach, locating accommodations throughout the wooded and elevated acreage while reserving waterfront areas for guest amenities, recreational activities, and gathering spaces. The property is unrestricted. Other possibilities include an RV resort, campground, glamping, private hunting retreat, or recreational development. Commercial uses worth exploring include a kayak or canoe outfitter, fishing and outdoor recreation business, equipment rentals, waterfront event venue, or a combination of lodging and recreational services. The amount of usable waterfront, multiple potential building sites, and access to different elevations provide flexibility in evaluating how the property could be developed while making use of both the riverfront and mountainous acreage. Located in Bybee just outside of Newport and Parrottsville, Cocke County, the property is within reach of Western North Carolina- Asheville, Hot Springs, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, providing access to established tourism markets, outdoor recreation, and surrounding East Tennessee communities. Schedule your showing today.

More Information

Property Sub-Type

Lake Front: Yes
Mobile Home: Yes
Recreational: Yes
Rural: Yes
Single Family: Yes

Topography

Level: Yes
Partially Cleared: Yes
Rolling: Yes

Road Access

Public Road: Yes

Road Frontage

County: Yes
Gravel: Yes
Paved: Yes

Sale Options

Fee Simple: Yes

Improvements

Utilities on Site: Yes

Lot Description

Irregular Lot: Yes
River: Yes
Rolling Slope: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Wooded: Yes

Easements

Other: Yes

View

Country Setting: Yes
Lake View: Yes
Lakefront: Yes
Mountain View: Yes
Wooded: Yes

Documents on File

None: Yes

Developmnt Potential

Multi-Family: Yes
Recreational: Yes
Single Family: Yes
Other: Yes

Utilities Available

Cable TV: Yes
Electricity: Yes
Telephone: Yes

Zoning

None: Yes

Present Structures

None: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Showing Instructions

See Agent Instructns: Yes

Property Features

Property Sub-Type: Lake Front; Mobile Home; Recreational; Rural; Single Family Topography: Level; Partially Cleared; Rolling Road Frontage: County; Gravel; Paved Road Access: Public Road Sale Options: Fee Simple Improvements: Utilities on Site Easements: Other Lot Description: Irregular Lot; River; Rolling Slope; Waterfront; Wooded View: Country Setting; Lake View; Lakefront; Mountain View; Wooded Documents on File: None Developmnt Potential: Multi-Family; Recreational; Single Family; Other Utilities Available: Cable TV; Electricity; Telephone Zoning: None Present Structures: None New Financing: Cash; Conventional Showing Instructions: See Agent Instructns

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Last Updated: October - 25 - 2026

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2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee, TN 37713 (MLS# 1359947)