Telford, Tennessee has a Civil War footnote unlike almost anywhere else in the South: when the war broke out, citizens of this part of Washington County voted to secede from the Confederacy entirely, briefly declaring themselves an independent nation locals called “Bricker’s Republic” before the effort faded into obscurity. A real battle followed anyway — on September 8, 1863, the 100th Ohio Infantry clashed with Confederate-aligned Thomas’ Legion just east of the depot that gave the town its name. Originally called Millwood, the community became Telford in 1855 after Colonel George Whitfield Telford donated land for a railroad station. On 2.12 acres in this same historically defiant corner of East Tennessee, a three-bedroom farmhouse at 130 Humphreys Dr, built in 1910, is now listed at $315,900.
A Farmhouse Built for Every Season
The listing describes the home as offering “comfortable year-round space,” and the details support it: central heating paired with a heat pump and both central air and ceiling fans keep the home comfortable through Tennessee’s full range of weather. At 1,906 square feet of living space (2,859 total including the unfinished basement), the home keeps all three bedrooms, both full bathrooms, a den, dining room, kitchen, living room, and a sunroom on a single main level. A wood-burning stove and a decorative fireplace add character alongside the modern systems, and hardwood and ceramic tile flooring run throughout. An eat-in kitchen with tile counters and a walk-in closet round out the practical, livable details.
An inviting wraparound porch — the listing’s headline feature — extends the home’s footprint outdoors on every side.
Fenced Acreage With a Barn and Greenhouse
The 2.12-acre lot is mostly fenced, cleared with some wooded and rolling sections, and includes surrounding views the listing calls out directly. A barn, a greenhouse, and a workshop give a buyer genuine infrastructure for gardening, small livestock, or hands-on projects — a rare combination of amenities this close to a metro area.
The Practical Details
The home connects to public water, with sewage handled through a septic tank, and both fiber and cable internet are available on-site — a genuine plus for remote workers. RV parking is available on the gravel drive. Annual property taxes run $878, and the property is available through a wide range of financing, including cash, conventional, FHA, USDA, and VA loans.
The Numbers
| Price | $315,900 ($166/sq ft) |
| Location | 130 Humphreys Dr, Telford, TN 37690 |
| Home Size | 1,906 sq ft (2,859 sq ft total incl. basement) |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 3 / 2 full |
| Lot Size | 2.12 acres, mostly fenced |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Water / Sewer | Public / septic tank |
| Heating / Cooling | Central, heat pump / central air |
| Additional Structures | Barn, greenhouse, workshop |
| Internet | Fiber and cable available |
| Financing | Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA |
| Annual Taxes | $878 |
Why Telford
Telford sits between Jonesborough — Tennessee’s oldest town — and Limestone, part of the greater Johnson City metro area within the Tri-Cities region alongside Kingsport and Bristol. The community’s most notable historical connection is Eliza McCardle Johnson, First Lady under President Andrew Johnson, tied to this same stretch of Washington County. For a buyer looking for a genuine century-old farmhouse with real garden and workshop infrastructure, minutes from a historic downtown and modern metro amenities alike, Telford offers a rare blend of small-community character and convenience.
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