Tennessee
Sell your land in Meigs County for cash
Parcel Buyers buys vacant lots and acreage in Meigs County for cash, including shoreline-area land that needs zoning, floodplain, septic or access review. You get a written, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours, and closings run through an independent title company, typically in about 10 days, with no fees or commissions.
By Parcel Buyers · · Lot figures from the 2026 Tennessee parcel and assessment data · How we made this page
Quick answers
- Who buys land for cash in Meigs County?
- Parcel Buyers is a direct land buyer that makes written, no-obligation cash offers on vacant lots and acreage in Meigs County, Tennessee, usually within 24 hours. Sales close through an independent title company, typically in about 10 days, with no fees or commissions to the seller.
- What did vacant lots in Meigs County sell for in 2025?
- In 2025, vacant lots in Meigs County sold for a median of $49,800 across 76 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $30,700 to $75,000.
- How many vacant lots are in Meigs County?
- The 2026 Tennessee parcel and assessment data lists 1,992 vacant residential lots in Meigs County; 14% are mini-estate (2-3 acres)s, and the median lot is 1.44 acre.
- How is a cash offer for land in Meigs County set?
- We start from recent sales of similar lots nearby, like the 2025 prices on this page, then adjust for water and sewer, road access, flood zone, lot size and any title issues, and for the time and cost of reselling. You get one written number, not a range.
- How do I know a land buyer in Meigs County is legitimate?
- A real buyer closes through an independent, licensed title company and never asks you to pay anything up front. We never charge sellers a fee, deposit or closing-cost advance, and the title company pays you by check or wire at closing.
- Who is buying lots in Meigs County?
- In 2025, companies bought 4% of the vacant lots that sold in Meigs County, including 1% bought by homebuilders. Individuals bought the rest.
- What was the median recorded 2025 sale price by lot size in Meigs County?
- The median recorded 2025 sale price for a 5-acre ranchette in Meigs County was $67,500 across 16 sales.
Local data
What is land in Meigs County worth?
In 2025, vacant lots in Meigs County sold for a median of $49,800 across 76 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $30,700 to $75,000. [1]
These are open-market sale prices. A direct cash offer is usually lower, because a cash buyer closes in days and takes on the time and cost of reselling the lot.
Recorded 2025 sale prices by lot size in Meigs County
| Lot-size class | 2025 sales | 2025 median lot sale |
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| 5-acre ranchette210,000–279,999 sq ft | 16 | $67,500 |
| Mini-estate (2-3 acres)70,000–139,999 sq ft | 15 | $31,000 |
| Small acreage tract (7-10 acres)280,000–435,599 sq ft | 10 | $67,900 |
These are open-market sale prices. A direct cash offer is usually lower, because a cash buyer closes in days and takes on the time and cost of reselling the lot.
| Vacant residential lots | 1,992 parcels classified vacant residential on the 2026 Tennessee parcel and assessment data [1] |
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| Most common lot size | Mini-estate (2-3 acres) (70,000–140,000 sq ft): 14% of vacant lots; next, 5-acre ranchette at 13%. Median lot: 1.44 acre (62,740 sq ft). [1] |
| Typical appraised value | $45,200 median appraised value for a vacant lot; the middle half fall between $26,100 and $73,000 [1] |
| Recent lot sale prices | $49,800 median across 76 arm's-length sales of vacant lots in Meigs County (Jan 2025–Dec 2025); the middle half sold for $30,700–$75,000 [1] |
| Who bought lots in 2025 | Companies made 4% of those purchases, including 1% by homebuilders; individuals made the rest [1] |
| Owners who live elsewhere | 17% of vacant lots have an owner mailing address outside Tennessee (most often FL, GA, IL) [1] |
| Assessor of Property | The Assessor lists and values taxable property each year. Residential land is assessed at 25 percent of fair market value, not the full appraisal. [3] |
| County Trustee | The Trustee bills and collects property tax, keeps payment records, manages county cash and administers state tax relief for qualifying owners. [4] |
| Real-property records | The Register of Deeds records deeds, deeds of trust, releases, powers of attorney, liens and plats. Copies cost $0.50 per page; certified copies cost $1 per page. [5] |
| Planning and floodplain review | The county Compliance Coordinator enforces zoning, subdivision, mobile-home and floodplain rules and issues county compliance permits. [6] |
| State residential permit | Tennessee lists both unincorporated Meigs County and Decatur in the State Residential Building Program. The state applies the 2018 residential and energy codes in covered areas. [9],[10] |
| State septic service | The county directs septic applications to TDEC's Division of Water Resources and says mobile field staff stopped keeping local office hours December 30, 2019. [7] |
| Shoreline geography | The county calls itself the Shoreline County: its west side borders Watts Bar and Chickamauga lakes along the Tennessee River, and the Hiwassee crosses the south. [2] |
| Septic permit fees | TDEC charges $400 for a conventional septic permit up to 1,000 gallons per day and $100 for the construction inspection; alternative permits begin at $500. [11] |
| Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge | Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge reaches Highway 58 at Agency Creek in Meigs County. The 6,000-acre refuge closes most access from November 15 through the last day of February. [14],[15] |
| 2025 sale price by lot size | The median recorded 2025 sale price for a 5-acre ranchette in Meigs County was $67,500 across 16 sales. [1] |
Where we buy
Areas we cover in Meigs County
These pages cover the largest lot markets in Meigs County. We buy land anywhere else in the county too: send the parcel details through the form below.
Selling here
How selling land works in Meigs County
Shoreline location adds zoning and floodplain questions
Water proximity changes the review, but a county shoreline label does not establish usable water access. The county says its west side borders two reservoirs along the Tennessee River and the Hiwassee River crosses its southern part. Planning and Zoning enforces the county Zoning Resolution, Subdivision Regulations, Mobile Home Regulations and Floodplain Regulations, and the Compliance Coordinator issues permits. That makes the parcel map, zoning district, flood area, road frontage and any recorded easement important before a buyer treats land as a shoreline homesite. The median vacant residential parcel is 1.44 acres, while mini-estate (2-3 acres)s form the largest size group at 14%. Acreage and a water view alone do not prove dock rights, shoreline ownership, a building pad or an approved driveway. We review the parcel rather than pricing from a county nickname. [2],[6],[1]
Residential construction can involve county and state permits
A new home can require more than one approval. Meigs County Planning and Zoning issues county compliance permits and enforces zoning, subdivision and floodplain rules. The Tennessee State Fire Marshal lists both unincorporated Meigs County and Decatur in the State Residential Building Program. The state program applies the 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 energy code in covered jurisdictions. It says additions larger than 30 square feet have required a permit since October 1, 2011, and inspections cover the foundation, framing or rough-in and final construction. Electrical permits are issued through the local agent identified on the county site. Those steps are construction rules, not conditions for selling the deed. A seller can transfer vacant land before a buyer completes plans, and Parcel Buyers covers closing costs with no fees or commissions. [6],[9],[10],[8]
Septic feasibility matters on land without sewer
The county sends septic applicants to TDEC's Division of Water Resources and says the program's mobile staff stopped keeping local office hours on December 30, 2019. TDEC's process begins with a site evaluation. Staff may request a detailed site plan or a soils map, and a complete application can take up to 45 days. A conventional permit up to 1,000 gallons per day costs $400, with a $100 construction inspection. An alternative permit starts at $500 and requires an extra-high-intensity soils map from a Tennessee-licensed consultant. TDEC advises obtaining the permit before dirt work starts and says alternative systems are used when soil or site conditions do not favor a conventional system. Those conditions and added mapping or design can change what a builder will pay. We buy land with no water or sewer work and account for that uncertainty during inspection. [7],[11],[12],[13]
Recorded values and title records serve different jobs
The Assessor finds fair market value and applies the statutory assessment percentage. Residential land is assessed at 25 percent of appraisal, while the Trustee collects the resulting tax. The roll reports 1,992 vacant residential parcels with a median appraised value of $45,200 and a middle range of $26,100–$73,000. Qualifying 2025 lot sales show a median recorded amount of $49,800, a middle range of $30,700–$75,000, and 76 lot sales. That filtered set is not every deed filed in 2025 and not a parcel-specific promise. The Register of Deeds holds the legal documents and charges $0.50 per page for a copy or $1 per page for a certified copy. A title company still checks deeds, liens, plats and access before closing. The physical site and title record matter more than a county median alone. [3],[4],[5],[1]
Step by step
How do I sell my land in Meigs County?
From your first message to money in hand, with nothing left out. Requesting an offer costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
See every detail of the process-
Tell us about your land
Fill out the short form (about 60 seconds) or email us. A land specialist reaches out to confirm the details, usually the same business day.
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Get your cash offer within 24 hours
We review the property and send a written, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. It is a real number, not a range. Take it or leave it, with no pressure either way.
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Sign electronically
If you accept, everyone signs the purchase agreement electronically. There is nothing to print or mail at this stage.
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We inspect, the title company verifies
Our team inspects the land and an independent title company runs a title search for liens or taxes owed. If the land does not pass inspection, you are never charged anything.
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Close and get paid
The title company prepares the closing documents for notarization and issues your funds by standard check, overnight check, or wire transfer. A typical sale closes in 10 days.
Questions
Selling land in Meigs County: common questions
Who reviews zoning and floodplain issues in Meigs County?
The county Planning and Zoning Compliance Coordinator does. The office interprets and enforces zoning, subdivision, mobile-home and floodplain rules and issues county compliance permits. A parcel near a reservoir or river still needs its own map and zoning review; the shoreline description does not settle buildability.
Can I sell land without a state residential permit?
Yes. A residential permit is for building, not for transferring the deed. Tennessee lists both unincorporated Meigs County and Decatur in the State Residential Building Program, and county compliance review can also apply. A future builder handles those approvals. Parcel Buyers can buy the vacant land before construction begins.
Who issues septic permits for a rural Meigs County lot?
TDEC's Division of Water Resources does. The county sends applicants to the state online system and Chattanooga environmental field office. TDEC evaluates the site and may request a soils map. A conventional permit up to 1,000 gallons per day costs $400, plus a $100 construction inspection.
Where can I get the deed or plat for my parcel?
The Meigs County Register of Deeds keeps the real-property records. The office lists deeds, liens and plats among the documents it records. A standard copy costs $0.50 per page and a certified copy costs $1 per page. The office does not provide title searches or legal advice.
Can I sell shoreline-area land from another state?
Yes. You can sell remotely. We review access, zoning, floodplain, utilities and title before offering. An independent, licensed title company handles closing, typically in about 10 days after the agreement depending on title. Electronic signing and mail-away closing are available, and payment can be made by check or wire.
Owner resources
Guides for your situation
- Can You Sell Land With a Lien?
Yes. Land with a lien can often be sold, but signing a deed does not by itself erase a valid claim. The lien may need to be paid, released, discharged, or otherwise resolved under the law that applies. With the seller's consent, an approved payoff can come from sale proceeds at closing. If the balance or lien is wrong, dispute it before closing and require proof of the cure.
- How to Sell Land in a Flood Zone
Flood-zone land can be sellable and sometimes buildable. A FEMA flood zone describes mapped risk; it is not a building permit. The buyer must verify the current effective Flood Insurance Rate Map and any map changes, then ask the local floodplain administrator what elevation, floodway, coastal, permit, and design rules apply.[1][2][4] Vacant land itself is not covered by an NFIP policy; flood insurance covers qualifying buildings and contents, not land value.[5][6]
- Water, Sewer, Septic, and Wells on Vacant Lots
A vacant lot may use public water, a private well, public sewer, or an onsite septic system, but nearby pipes and neighboring homes do not prove what the parcel can use. Ask each utility for a written availability decision, ask the permitting office whether connection is mandatory, and obtain a qualified site evaluation before saying septic will fit. Keep every response, permit, plan, test, and receipt.
Your written offer
Get your cash offer
Four short steps, about 60 seconds. We review your property and send a written, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. You can take it or leave it.
What happens after you send this
- A land specialist reaches out, usually the same business day, to confirm the details.
- You get a written cash offer within 24 hours: a real number, not a range.
- You decide. Requesting an offer costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
You will never be asked to pay us anything. No deposit, no processing fee, no closing-cost advance.
How we made this page
Parcel Buyers is a land-buying company based in Florida. We buy vacant land directly from owners and publish these local pages so owners can see what land in their area is doing before they sell, to us or anyone else. We count the tax-roll figures ourselves from state data, take local rules and fees from the official sources listed below, and use AI tools to help research and draft the text. Every number links to its source, and we update the page when the data changes.
Method and sources
Parcel and assessment figures cover all parcels in Meigs County. Source [1] is our own count of the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury's county parcel and assessment files (assessment data dated August 28, 2026): a vacant lot is a residential parcel with no buildings, mobile home or improvement value; values are the county assessor's appraised (market) value; sale prices count only 2025 warranty-deed sales of a single lot that was vacant when it sold, at $1,000 or more, with bulk deeds and development-land deals removed. Treat medians as a guide to recent recorded amounts, not as an offer or an appraisal. Page updated October 2, 2026. Lot-size sale rows use the same qualified 2025 sale cohort and canonical square-foot classes; classes with fewer than 10 sales are omitted.
- [1] Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury (data); Parcel Buyers (analysis), Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, Office of Local Government parcel and assessment data (accessed 2026-10-01)
- [2] Meigs County Government, Meigs County Government (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [3] Meigs County Government, Assessor of Property (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [4] Meigs County Government, County Trustee (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [5] Meigs County Government, Register of Deeds (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [6] Meigs County Government, Planning and Zoning (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [7] Meigs County Government, Septic Permits (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [8] Meigs County Government, Electrical Permits (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [9] Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, Residential Permits (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [10] Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, Apply for a Residential Building Permit (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [11] Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Septic System Construction Permit (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [12] Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Septic System Permit Frequently Asked Questions (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [13] Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Online Application for Ground Water Protection Services (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [14] Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Region 3 Dove Fields (accessed 2026-10-02)
- [15] Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Hiwassee Refuge (accessed 2026-10-02)