Established 1823 · Fentress County, TN
Discover Life on the Cumberland Plateau
Hardwood forests, sandstone gorges, tumbling waterfalls, and small communities at 2,000 ft elevation on Tennessee's most beautiful and affordable plateau. Not on the way to anywhere — you come here on purpose.
1,700
Feet Elevation
125K
Acres of Wilderness
15+
State & National Parks
Big South Fork
125,000 acres of protected wilderness
Life on the Plateau
Why Fentress County?
One of Tennessee's last affordable and unspoiled regions at 2,000 ft elevation on the Cumberland Plateau. Here's why people are discovering this place.
No State Income Tax
Tennessee has no income tax on wages and no tax on Social Security. Fentress County property tax rates rank 93rd lowest of 95 TN counties — median ~$400/year on a $100K home.
Big South Fork & Dale Hollow
125,000 acres of protected wilderness. 27,700 acres of crystal-clear lake. World-class hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and the world record smallmouth bass — all within 30 minutes.
Affordable Living
Median home value ~$249,400. Median monthly housing cost ~$1,154. Buy 5–10 acres with mountain views for what a studio apartment costs in Nashville. 43% less than New York City.
Eight Distinct Communities
Jamestown, Allardt, Clarkrange, Pall Mall, Armathwaite, Little Crab, Banner Springs — each with its own character and history. German heritage, Civil War history, and deep Appalachian roots.
York Institute & Top Schools
The only state-operated high school in America — founded by Sgt. Alvin York in 1926. Clarkrange High School: 8 state basketball titles, 11 national JROTC championships. Roane State's new $25M campus now open.
Close Enough to Cities
Crossville ~35 min (Kroger, Lowe's). Cookeville ~55 min (Sam's Club, regional hospital). Nashville and Knoxville ~2 hours. Amazon Prime works. Seclusion without isolation.
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Featured Properties
Active Listings on the Plateau
Browse available homes and land in Fentress County and the surrounding Cumberland Plateau area.
$299,900
123 Main Street, Jamestown, TN 38556
3 Beds
2.0 Baths
1,800 SqFt
$425,000
45 Lakeview Drive, Allardt, TN 38504
4 Beds
3.0 Baths
2,400 SqFt
$185,000
78 Ridge Top Road, Clarkrange, TN 38553
2 Beds
1.0 Baths
960 SqFt
$120,000
12 acre Lot - Highway 127, Pall Mall, TN 38577
0 Beds
0.0 Baths
0 SqFt
$359,000
456 Cumberland Avenue, Jamestown, TN 38556
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,100 SqFt
$275,000
890 Forest Trail, Armathwaite, TN 38543
3 Beds
2.0 Baths
1,500 SqFt
Free
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