If one-level living is a must, filter early—good single-story options can move quickly. For resale flexibility, focus on location fundamentals (access, lot usability, and condition) and avoid forcing a home to be something it isn’t. The best approach is to find the right area first, then be selective on layout.

Acreage listings vary widely, so verify practical details early: driveway/access, usable building area, slope, utilities, and any restrictions that affect how you can use the property. If you’re thinking about building, treat “land search” as its own step—then match the home plan to the site.

You’ll find new construction, but it’s not uniform across the county. Some areas have active subdivisions and newer inventory, while others skew toward established homes or rural properties. If you want newer build quality and fewer immediate projects, use the new construction filter first and then compare neighborhoods.

Use a two-pass strategy:

1. Filter by community/area (Maryville, Alcoa, Seymour, Townsend, etc.).

2. Apply the feature filter that matters most (one-level, land, waterfront access, condos/townhomes).
   That keeps you from comparing apples to oranges and helps you spot the best-fit listings faster.