Tennessee
Sell your land in Monroe County for cash
Parcel Buyers buys vacant lots and land for cash throughout Monroe County, including rural acreage and lots with access, slope, septic or title questions. 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 Monroe County?
- Parcel Buyers is a direct land buyer that makes written, no-obligation cash offers on vacant lots and acreage in Monroe 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 Monroe County sell for in 2025?
- In 2025, vacant lots in Monroe County sold for a median of $74,900 across 299 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $40,000 to $119,900.
- How many vacant lots are in Monroe County?
- The 2026 Tennessee parcel and assessment data lists 6,129 vacant residential lots in Monroe County; 14% are mini-estate (2-3 acres)s, and the median lot is 1.10 acre.
- How is a cash offer for land in Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe County?
- In 2025, companies bought 7% of the vacant lots that sold in Monroe County, including 4% bought by homebuilders. Individuals bought the rest.
- What was the median recorded 2025 sale price by lot size in Monroe County?
- The median recorded 2025 sale price for a 5-acre ranchette in Monroe County was $89,900 across 118 sales.
Local data
What is land in Monroe County worth?
In 2025, vacant lots in Monroe County sold for a median of $74,900 across 299 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $40,000 to $119,900. [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 Monroe County
| Lot-size class | 2025 sales | 2025 median lot sale |
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| 5-acre ranchette210,000–279,999 sq ft | 118 | $89,900 |
| Mini-estate (2-3 acres)70,000–139,999 sq ft | 31 | $50,000 |
| Small acreage tract (7-10 acres)280,000–435,599 sq ft | 26 | $85,000 |
| Half-acre lot19,000–23,999 sq ft | 22 | $35,000 |
| Estate parcel (3-5 acres)140,000–209,999 sq ft | 11 | $70,000 |
| Third-acre lot13,000–15,999 sq ft | 11 | $80,000 |
| Oversized half-acre24,000–29,999 sq ft | 10 | $45,000 |
| Acreage tract (10+ acres)435,600+ sq ft | 10 | $182,500 |
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 | 6,129 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 11%. Median lot: 1.10 acre (47,920 sq ft). [1] |
| Typical appraised value | $28,800 median appraised value for a vacant lot; the middle half fall between $17,300 and $50,100 [1] |
| Recent lot sale prices | $74,900 median across 299 arm's-length sales of vacant lots in Monroe County (Jan 2025–Dec 2025); the middle half sold for $40,000–$119,900 [1] |
| Who bought lots in 2025 | Companies made 7% of those purchases, including 4% by homebuilders; individuals made the rest [1] |
| Owners who live elsewhere | 20% of vacant lots have an owner mailing address outside Tennessee (most often FL, GA, IL) [1] |
| Property assessment | The Monroe County Assessor of Property identifies, appraises and lists taxable property; the County Commission, not the assessor, sets the property-tax rate. [3] |
| Taxes and collections | The County Trustee collects county property taxes. Tennessee's normal calendar makes taxes due on the first Monday in October and delinquent after February 28. [2],[9] |
| Deeds and plats | The Register of Deeds is the county's official record keeper for deeds, plats, liens and other real-estate documents, with records dating to 1820. [4] |
| County planning | The nine-member Monroe County Regional Planning Commission posts preliminary and final plat applications, subdivision regulations, flood regulations and a floodplain development permit. [5] |
| Septic approval | TDEC evaluates proposed septic sites, may require a soil map, and inspects the installed system before it is covered; a complete application can take up to 45 days. [6],[7] |
| Flood research | Tennessee directs owners to FEMA's Map Service Center for official flood maps and to the state Property Viewer for parcel-level screening with the FEMA flood layer. [8] |
| Tellico Lake WMA | Tellico Lake WMA covers about 8,000 acres in Monroe and Loudon counties. TWRA lists its Tellico Lake workbase on Highway 360 and the Citico Creek check station on Citico Road, both in Vonore. [10] |
| 2025 sale price by lot size | The median recorded 2025 sale price for a 5-acre ranchette in Monroe County was $89,900 across 118 sales. [1] |
Where we buy
Areas we cover in Monroe County
- Sweetwater
425vacant lots
- Madisonville
376vacant lots · 2025 median lot sale $26,000
- Vonore
250vacant lots · 2025 median lot sale $40,900
- Kahite
219vacant lots · 2025 median lot sale $82,500
These pages cover the largest lot markets in Monroe 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 Monroe County
Countywide numbers are a starting point, not a parcel appraisal
The county roll contains 6,129 vacant residential parcels, with a median size of 1.10 acres. The most common size group is mini-estate (2-3 acres), representing 14% of those parcels. Appraised values have a median of $28,800, with the middle half between $17,300–$50,100. In 2025, 299 qualifying single-lot sales had a median price of $74,900, and the middle half sold for $40,000–$119,900. Those figures describe the stated roll scope; they do not account for one lot's road frontage, buildable area, utility path, restrictions or title. A serious offer still starts with the parcel number and recorded documents. [1]
Confirm jurisdiction, access and septic before assuming a house will fit
Rural land can look usable on an aerial image and still need several separate checks. The county Planning Commission handles plats, subdivision rules and flood regulations within its jurisdiction, while TDEC handles subsurface-sewage approval in Monroe County. TDEC says its environmental scientist evaluates the site and may request a soil map; the construction-permit application also calls for a sketch showing the lot, proposed house, driveway, utilities, wells and springs. The agency says review generally takes 10 days and must be completed within 45 days. Before pricing a lot, verify legal road access, slope, the proposed home location, septic area and whether a utility will actually serve the parcel. [5],[6],[7]
Recorded documents and the tax calendar can control closing
The assessor's record is useful for identification and valuation, but ownership and encumbrance work belongs in the recorded land documents. Monroe County's Register of Deeds keeps deeds, plats, liens and related real-estate records, including records dating to 1820. For current taxes, the Trustee is the county collection office. Tennessee says property taxes become due on the first Monday in October, may be paid without interest through February 28, and become delinquent on March 1. If a seller has an old deed, an inherited interest, a boundary question or overdue taxes, the title company needs enough time to identify the correct parties and obtain current payoff information. [4],[2],[9]
Flood and terrain checks should use the exact parcel
Flood mapping and parcel boundaries make countywide labels too broad for a land decision. Tennessee Emergency Management Agency says FEMA's Map Service Center is the official public source for flood-hazard information. The state Property Viewer can also locate a parcel by address, parcel number or subdivision and display the FEMA flood layer, but permit decisions belong with the appropriate local floodplain administrator. A mapped flood area does not automatically make land unusable, and an unmapped appearance does not establish a safe building pad. Review the parcel boundary, contours, drainage route, road elevation and any recorded easement together. [8],[5]
Step by step
How do I sell my land in Monroe 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 Monroe County: common questions
Which office assesses my Monroe County land?
The Monroe County Assessor of Property identifies, appraises and lists taxable property. The office explains that the County Commission sets the tax rate. For ownership documents, plats or recorded liens, use the Register of Deeds rather than treating the assessment page as a title report.
Who approves a septic system on county land?
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation handles the septic-site and construction-permit process in Monroe County. TDEC may require a soil map, evaluates the proposed site, and inspects the installed system. Its construction application asks for the house, driveway, utilities, wells and springs to be shown on a sketch.
How do I check whether a lot is in a flood zone?
Use FEMA's Map Service Center as the official flood-map source. Tennessee also provides a Property Viewer that can search by parcel, address or subdivision and display the FEMA flood layer. Then confirm any permit or elevation requirement with the local floodplain administrator before relying on the map for a building decision.
Can I sell land with back taxes or an old deed?
Often, yes, but the title and payoff must be resolved for closing. The Trustee collects county property taxes, while the Register of Deeds keeps deeds, plats and liens. A title company can identify the recorded owner and obtain payoff information; liens or back taxes can be paid from sale proceeds with the seller's consent.
Do countywide lot-sale numbers set my parcel's value?
No. The county roll shows 299 qualifying 2025 lot sales with a median of $74,900, but one parcel can differ because of access, slope, septic suitability, utilities, flood conditions, restrictions or title. We check utilities, access and title on every parcel before offering.
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 Cash Land Buyers Price Offers
A cash-land offer may start with verified sales of land with similar use, then adjust those sales for meaningful differences.[1] Buyers may also account for access, utilities, legal use, size, shape, flood and soil questions, title issues, demand, and costs and risk they will carry. No universal assessed-value percentage applies. Compare each written offer by expected net proceeds, contingencies, seller work, and timing—not one asking price or headline number.
- 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]
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 Monroe 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 8, 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] Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, Assessment vs taxation (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [3] Monroe County Government, Monroe County Property Assessor (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [4] Monroe County Government, Monroe County Register of Deeds (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [5] Monroe County Planning Department, Monroe County Planning Commission (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [6] Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Subsurface sewage disposal system frequently asked questions (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [7] Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Septic system construction permit (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [8] Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, Floodplain mapping (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [9] Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, Property tax assessment schedule (accessed 2026-10-08)
- [10] Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Tellico Lake WMA (accessed 2026-10-08)