Plenty of people dream about a quiet house with land, a shop out back and fruit trees they can pick from. At 548 Bluebird Hill Rd in Ripley, Tennessee, that idea comes with a listed price of $299,900, and it includes 15 acres.
The home was built in 1988 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths in about 1,746 square feet of living space. When we checked, the listing had 356 views and 43 saves on Zillow. That is steady interest, not a frenzy, but the mix of land and price is the kind of thing people notice.
Quick Look: The Listing Details
| Address | 548 Bluebird Hill Rd, Ripley, TN 38063 |
| List price | $299,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Living area | About 1,746 sq ft (Zillow also lists about 2,430 sq ft of total structure area, which is not the same as living space) |
| Land | 15 acres, listed as agricultural |
| Year built | 1988 |
| Parking | Attached two-car garage, plus a detached shop |
| Utilities | Public water, plus a well and septic, per the listing |
| Zillow activity | 356 views, 43 saves when checked |
One small note on timing: the listing history and the facts panel on Zillow showed different dates (Oct. 21 and Oct. 30), so we are not giving an exact number of days on the market. Ask the agent if that matters to you.
A Simple Single-Story Home
The house is a single-story home with vinyl siding, a covered front porch and an attached two-car garage. One level means no stairs to deal with, which many buyers want.
Inside, the listing describes an open floor plan, an eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors and a walk-in pantry. The listing photos we used focus on the outside of the house, so check the full gallery on Zillow to see the rooms for yourself.
An Orchard You Can Actually Use
This is the feature that stands out most. According to the listing, the property has an orchard with:
- Peach trees
- Pear trees
- Apple trees
- Plum trees
- Nectarine trees
- Pecan trees
- Blackberries
The listing also says the orchard has its own dedicated well. For anyone who likes to garden, can fruit or just pick a peach in summer, that is a big plus. Fruit trees take years to grow, so an orchard that is already in place can save a lot of waiting.
15 Acres, Part of It Leased for Crops
The land is listed as 15 agricultural acres. The listing says part of the land is leased for row crops. That could be a nice detail, but we do not know the terms, how long the lease runs or what it pays, so we are not going to guess at any income.
If you are interested, ask the agent for a copy of the lease and find out whether it will carry over to a new owner. It may affect how you can use the land, at least for a while.
There is also a detached shop, which could be useful for tools, a workshop, equipment or storage.
Things to Check Before You Buy
Rural property is a different kind of purchase. Before making an offer, it would be smart to:
- Get a full home inspection and check the age of the roof and systems
- Have the well and septic inspected
- Review the crop lease and how it transfers
- Ask for a survey showing the boundaries of the 15 acres
- Check flood risk and insurance costs for the property (we did not verify this)
- Confirm which square-footage number is living space and which is total structure
The Bottom Line
For $299,900, this Ripley home offers 15 acres, a single-story layout, a two-car garage, a shop and an orchard full of fruit and pecan trees. It is not a mansion, and the house itself is fairly modest in size. But for someone who wants space, quiet and a little bit of the farm life, it is a listing worth a closer look.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much land comes with it?
The listing shows 15 acres, listed as agricultural, with part of it leased for row crops.
How big is the house?
About 1,746 sq ft of living space. Zillow also shows about 2,430 sq ft of total structure, which includes non-living areas.
Does it have city water?
The listing mentions public water, plus a well and a septic system. Confirm details with the agent.
See the full listing, all photos and the latest status on Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/548-Bluebird-Hill-Rd-Ripley-TN-38063/81112193_zpid/
Listing courtesy of Saundra Whiteside, Lankford Realty Co., as shown on Zillow. Source: CWTAR, MLS# 2605091. Photos via the listing on Zillow; all rights belong to their owners.
Disclaimer: All property details, prices, measurements and photos in this article come from the public listing on Zillow at the time of writing and may change at any time. This article is for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with the seller or listing agent. Verify all information with the listing agent and through your own inspection, survey and research before making any decision.
