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Sullivan County

Bluff CityHomes for Sale in Bluff City, Tennessee

Sullivan County · Boone Lake · South Holston tailwater

Between two lakes on the Holston River.

County
Sullivan
Lakes
Boone & S. Holston
River
Holston
To Johnson City
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Live MLS inventory

Current Bluff City listings

Active for-sale homes in Bluff City pulled straight from our MLS feeds and refreshed through the day. Counts, prices, and price ranges update as inventory turns over.

Active listings
70
New this week
7
Median list price
$347,703
Price range
$49,900 – $2,400,000
Single Family Residence at 134 Buffalo Road Extension, Bluff City, TNActive1 day on market

$399,900

134 Buffalo Road Extension

Bluff City, TN 37618

3 bd4 ba3,100 sq ft0.97 ac

MLS# 10001724 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of The Property Experts JC

Single Family Residence at 132 Elizabeth Ann Circle, Bluff City, TNActive3 days on market

$435,799

132 Elizabeth Ann Circle

Bluff City, TN 37618

4 bd3 ba2,130 sq ft1.11 ac

MLS# 10001632 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Westbrook Legacy Realty

Single Family Residence at 544 Possum Creek Road, Bluff City, TNActive3 days on market

$240,000

544 Possum Creek Road

Bluff City, TN 37618

2 bd2 ba1,196 sq ft1 ac

MLS# 10001650 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Summit Properties

Single Family Residence at 170 Main Street, Bluff City, TNActive4 days on market

$69,500

170 Main Street

Bluff City, TN 37618

2 bd1 ba874 sq ft0.15 ac

MLS# 10001604 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC

Single Family Residence at 253 Old Weaver Pike, Bluff City, TNActive4 days on market

$58,999

253 Old Weaver Pike

Bluff City, TN 37618

2 bd1 ba652 sq ft0.29 ac

MLS# 9998751 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Blackwell Realty & Auction

Single Family Residence at 278 Whispering Woods Drive, Bluff City, TNActive5 days on market

$379,900

278 Whispering Woods Drive

Bluff City, TN 37618

3 bd2 ba1,584 sq ft2.16 ac

MLS# 10001523 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of REMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors

Single Family Residence at 119 Kaluna Avenue, Bluff City, TNActive6 days on market

$375,000

119 Kaluna Avenue

Bluff City, TN 37618

3 bd3 ba1,655 sq ft0.36 ac

MLS# 10001057 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of REMAX Checkmate, Inc. Realtors

Single Family Residence at 149 Elm Lane, Bluff City, TNActive10 days on market

$369,900

149 Elm Lane

Bluff City, TN 37618

4 bd2 ba2,754 sq ft0.5 ac

MLS# 10000973 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Exit Realty Tri-Cities

Single Family Residence at 1904 Ryder Church Road, Bluff City, TNActive10 days on market

$279,000

1904 Ryder Church Road

Bluff City, TN 37618

4 bd2 ba1,493 sq ft0.84 ac

MLS# 10001353 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Fathom Realty

Single Family Residence at 336 Cedar Street, Bluff City, TNActive11 days on market

$310,000

336 Cedar Street

Bluff City, TN 37618

3 bd2 ba2,016 sq ft0.38 ac

MLS# 10001310 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of KW Bristol

Single Family Residence at 548 Cedar Street, Bluff City, TNActive11 days on market

$210,000

548 Cedar Street

Bluff City, TN 37618

2 bd2 ba1,564 sq ft0.19 ac

MLS# 10001333 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Property Executives Johnson City

Single Family Residence at 242 Rambling Lane, Bluff City, TNActive14 days on market

$89,900

242 Rambling Lane

Bluff City, TN 37618

3 bd2 ba1,244 sq ft0.79 ac

MLS# 9995059 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Southeastern Properties

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Live market data

Bluff City, TN housing market snapshot

These figures are calculated from the Bluff City homes currently for sale in the local multiple listing services, as of October 5, 2026. They describe asking prices on today's inventory, not closed sale prices.

Active listings
70

7 new this week

Median days listed
48

How long unsold homes have been on the market

Median price / sq ft
$189

Typical home 1,957 sq ft

On an acre or more
16

Acreage listings in Sullivan County

Mention water frontage
4

Lake, river, or water access noted

Questions about buying and selling in Bluff City

How many homes are for sale in Bluff City, TN right now?

There are currently 70 homes for sale in Bluff City, including 7 listings added in the past week. Spring Mountain Realty pulls this count straight from the local multiple listing services and it refreshes through the day.

How much do houses cost in Bluff City, TN?

The median asking price across the 70 homes currently listed in Bluff City is $347,703, with active listings ranging from $49,900 to $2,400,000. That works out to a median of about $189 per square foot. Asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for the recent closed sales on a street you are considering.

Is the Bluff City housing market moving quickly?

The homes currently for sale in Bluff City have been listed for a median of 48 days. That measures how long today's unsold inventory has been sitting, so a low number points to a faster market and a high number means buyers have room to negotiate.

Can you buy a house with land in Bluff City, TN?

Yes — 16 homes of the 70 currently for sale in Bluff City sit on an acre or more. Acreage in Sullivan County is priced very differently from in-town lots, and public records often list the wrong lot size, so we verify acreage and boundaries before you make an offer.

Are there waterfront homes for sale near Bluff City?

4 listings currently for sale in Bluff City mention lake, river, or water frontage in the agent's description. Water access varies a great deal — deeded frontage, a community dock, and a seasonal view are all described as "waterfront" — so we confirm exactly what a property conveys before you tour it.

What are homes in Bluff City, TN typically like?

The typical home for sale in Bluff City today is about 1,957 square feet and built around 2005, based on the 70 active listings in Sullivan County. Housing stock here spans older in-town homes and newer construction, so condition and updates move price more than square footage alone.

How do I find out what my Bluff City home is worth?

Spring Mountain Realty prepares a written valuation for Bluff City homeowners using the recent closed sales nearest your property, adjusted for acreage, water access, and condition. Request one at springmountainrealty.com or call 865-935-0500 and a licensed agent will put it together for you.

Recent sales

What homes are selling for in Bluff City, TN

147 homes have closed in Bluff City over the past 12 months at a median sale price of $320,000, with sellers getting about 97.9% of their asking price. Below are the most recent closings, shown without addresses.

HomeSold forAsking priceSq ftAcresClosed
4 bed, 2 bath$95,000$145,0002,1660.72Oct 2026
4 bed, 4 bath$347,300$369,0001,7027.32Sep 2026
3 bed, 2 bath$379,900$379,9001,8450.20Sep 2026
2 bed, 1 bath$217,000$217,0001,2870.29Sep 2026
Home$54,900$54,900—1.27Sep 2026
2 bed, 2 bath$248,900$249,9001,2800.00Sep 2026
Home$205,000$215,000—6.19Sep 2026
3 bed, 3 bath$337,500$345,0002,1640.16Sep 2026
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About Bluff City

Bluff City sits on the Holston River between Boone Lake and the South Holston tailwater, a small river town in the middle of the Tri-Cities triangle.

It is one of the few places in the region with practical access to two reservoirs and a nationally regarded trout tailwater within a few minutes' drive, which shapes both the property mix and who buys here.

What you'll find on the market

The notes below describe general geography and property types, not any specific listing.

In-town homes

River-frontage and lake-access homes near the water.

Acreage & land

Established in-town homes and cottages.

Views, water & retreats

Small acreage and building lots in Sullivan County.

Newer builds & commercial

Investment and rental property near the lakes.

Bluff City, Tennessee landscape — illustrative scene.
Bluff City · Illustrative

River water and low ridges between the lakes.

Lifestyle

Riverfront afternoons, boat ramps in both directions, and a short commute to Johnson City, Kingsport, or Bristol.

Getting around

  • • US-11E and TN-390 through town
  • • Johnson City — about 15 minutes
  • • Bristol — about 20 minutes
  • • I-81 — about 15 minutes

A look around the area

Illustrative scenes of the landscape that shapes the Bluff City market.

Holston River through town — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Holston River through town
Boone Lake arm nearby — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Boone Lake arm nearby
Ridge country in Sullivan County — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Ridge country in Sullivan County

Market context

River and lake-access homes, established in-town property, and small acreage in the surrounding county. Frontage type — river, lake, or access-only — is the main pricing variable.

For current comparable sales, days-on-market, and a property-specific valuation in Bluff City, request a private CMA from Spring Mountain Realty.

Landmarks & local geography

  • Holston River waterfront
  • Boone Lake
  • South Holston Dam
  • Historic depot district

Outdoor recreation

  • Boone Lake boating
  • Tailwater trout fishing
  • River paddling
  • Ridge hiking nearby

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Equal Housing Opportunity & Fair Housing Notice

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Information on this page describes Bluff City's geography, lifestyle, and general real estate market context only. It is not a representation about the makeup of any neighborhood, the character of its residents, school assignments or quality, crime, or the suitability of the area for any particular buyer or household. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own independent research — including school assignments through Sullivan County Schools, property tax data through the county assessor, utility and septic availability, and any other criteria personally important to them — and to consult the relevant public agencies.

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