We specialize in land for sale in Tennessee with owner financing. No credit check, owner financed unrestricted land.
Use this link to see all of our currently available tracts on Google Maps
If you’re looking for a quick getaway home for your land, this is a great option!
(From eshutilitybuildings.com Call/text us at 865-297-5052 for areas where we have off-grid land where you wouldn’t need a permit for a tiny home)
Tiny houses are experiencing a surge in popularity, attributed to their attractive tax benefits, reduced utility expenses, and affordable purchase prices nationwide. Among tiny house enthusiasts, Tennessee has emerged as a prominent choice, owing to its affordability, favorable tax regulations, and picturesque natural landscapes. Therefore, TN presents itself as a perfect option for you. However, it is essential to be well-informed about the tiny house regulations in TN before finalizing your decision.
We always try to keep an eye out for simple, affordable off-grid solutions that would allow someone to have scalable power without needing a PhD.
The Pecron E1500LFP solar generator seems to be a pretty good candidate ($799). (It looks like their website is currently running a sale for $599 as of 8/27/24)
This is good video that describes what would be needed to power a 3000W inverter using 12V batteries. It also goes into the advantages of stepping up to a 24V or 48V system.
Here is a link to the video creator’s book on Amazon. This is a good reference book for anyone who is looking to build their own off-grid power system.
In recent years, the soaring costs of urban living have driven many people to reconsider their lifestyle choices. The allure of the bustling city is often overshadowed by skyrocketing rent prices, exorbitant utility bills, and the stress of constant hustle. On the other hand, off-grid country living offers an affordable and fulfilling alternative, enabling individuals and families to achieve financial freedom, self-sufficiency, and a closer connection to nature. This article explores the benefits of transitioning from expensive town living to off-grid country living, highlighting the financial advantages and the possibilities for scaling up to a comfortable, sustainable lifestyle.
The financial burden of living in town can be overwhelming. According to recent data, the average monthly rent for an apartment in the U.S. is approximately $1,300, with major cities like New York and San Francisco seeing much higher rates. Additionally, the average utility bill, including electricity, water, and heating, can add another $200 to $300 per month. This brings the total monthly cost of living in a typical urban apartment to around $1,500 to $1,600.
In stark contrast, transitioning to off-grid country living offers a much more affordable lifestyle. Imagine owning a piece of land with a payment of just $400 per month and a modest RV with a payment of $350 per month. Your total monthly housing cost would be $750—a fraction of what you would pay for rent and utilities in town. The remaining money could be invested in creating a self-sufficient, sustainable lifestyle.
Transitioning to off-grid living doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or modern amenities. It does, however, require a shift in priorities and a willingness to start with the basics. Here’s how you can begin:
1. Land and Shelter: Start by purchasing a small piece of land in a rural area. Owner-financed options make this accessible without the need for a large upfront payment. Begin with an RV or a small cabin as your primary shelter. These are affordable and can provide all the basic necessities.
2. Basic Utilities: Instead of relying on municipal services, you can start with basic off-grid utilities. A simple solar power system can provide electricity for lights, small appliances, and communication devices. A propane tank can serve as a source of heat and cooking fuel. A water collection system, such as a rainwater catchment system, can provide your water needs.
As you save money by living off-grid, you can gradually scale up your amenities and create a comfortable, modern lifestyle. Here’s how you can reinvest your savings:
1. Solar Power Expansion: Instead of paying a utility company, you can use the money saved from utility bills to expand your solar power system. Over time, you can increase your solar panel array, add battery storage, and power larger appliances such as a refrigerator, washing machine, and air conditioning.
2. Water Collection and Filtration: Expand your water collection system by adding more storage tanks and a high-quality filtration system. This will ensure a reliable and clean water supply for all your needs, from drinking to irrigation.
3. Home Improvement: As your savings grow, you can invest in improving your shelter. Upgrade from an RV to a tiny home or a small off-grid cabin. Incorporate sustainable building materials and design elements that enhance energy efficiency and comfort.
4. Gardening and Livestock: To further reduce your living expenses and increase your self-sufficiency, start a garden or raise small livestock. Growing your own food can significantly cut down on grocery bills and provide fresh, organic produce.
The financial benefits of off-grid living go beyond the immediate savings on rent and utilities. By eliminating monthly bills and investing in self-sustaining systems, you can achieve long-term financial freedom. Imagine no longer being tied to a 9-to-5 job just to cover your living expenses. Instead, you could pursue passions, spend more time with family, or even start a small business.
Additionally, off-grid living fosters a deep sense of independence and resilience. You become less reliant on external systems and more capable of providing for your own needs. This lifestyle also encourages a closer connection to nature, a simpler, more intentional way of living, and a stronger sense of community with like-minded individuals.
Transitioning from expensive town living to affordable, off-grid country living is not just a financial decision—it’s a lifestyle choice that offers a path to greater freedom, self-sufficiency, and fulfillment. By starting with the basics and gradually scaling up, anyone can build a comfortable and sustainable off-grid lifestyle that rivals traditional urban living. The money saved from rent and utilities can be reinvested into creating a home powered by the sun, sustained by natural resources, and free from the burdens of modern consumerism. Embrace the possibilities of off-grid living and take the first step toward a more affordable, fulfilling, and independent future.
If you’re looking for off-grid internet, you may want to look into the Nomad Internet option.
In an age where connectivity is often taken for granted, small rural communities frequently face unique challenges. Limited infrastructure, vast distances, and topographical obstacles can make reliable communication difficult. However, innovative solutions like Meshtastic are emerging to bridge these gaps. Meshtastic, an open-source project that uses inexpensive, low-power LoRa (Long Range) radios to create a mesh network, offers numerous benefits for small rural communities. Here are some key advantages of adopting Meshtastic in these areas:
One of the primary benefits of Meshtastic is its ability to facilitate communication in areas where traditional cellular networks are unavailable or unreliable. By setting up a network of LoRa devices, community members can send text messages and share their locations over considerable distances, often reaching up to several miles. This enhanced communication capability is crucial in emergencies, allowing residents to stay in touch and coordinate effectively.
Meshtastic offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive cellular or satellite communication systems. The hardware required to set up a Meshtastic network is relatively inexpensive, and there are no recurring subscription fees. This affordability makes it an attractive option for small communities with limited budgets, providing reliable communication without significant financial burden.
In rural areas, natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, and storms can disrupt communication networks, leaving residents isolated. Meshtastic can play a vital role in community resilience by ensuring that a robust, decentralized communication system remains operational even when traditional networks fail. This capability can be life-saving, enabling timely alerts, coordination of evacuation efforts, and efficient allocation of resources during emergencies.
Meshtastic networks can enhance social cohesion by fostering greater community engagement. Residents can easily organize local events, share information about community activities, and coordinate efforts for communal projects. This improved communication infrastructure can strengthen the sense of community, promoting cooperation and mutual support among residents.
Implementing Meshtastic in a rural community encourages technological literacy among residents. Setting up and maintaining the network requires some technical knowledge, which can be an excellent learning opportunity for community members. This hands-on experience with technology can empower individuals, providing them with valuable skills that can be applied in various aspects of their lives.
Reliable communication is essential for local businesses and agricultural operations. Farmers can use Meshtastic to monitor remote fields, coordinate with workers, and share real-time updates on weather conditions or equipment status. Local businesses can benefit from improved coordination and communication with suppliers and customers, enhancing overall efficiency and productivity.
In conclusion, Meshtastic offers a versatile, cost-effective, and sustainable solution to the communication challenges faced by small rural communities. By enhancing connectivity, promoting community engagement, and fostering resilience, Meshtastic can significantly improve the quality of life for residents in these areas. As technology continues to evolve, embracing innovative solutions like Meshtastic can help rural communities stay connected, safe, and thriving.
If you’d like to give Meshtastic a try, this is a pretty nice 2-pack set to learn with.
$699 with free shipping! (To the continental US. – Everywhere else is calculated at checkout and it ranges from $15 to $50)
We have configured a low power (~15 watts when using the Ai), off-line Ai computer that would still contain most of the knowledge of the internet even if the internet ceases to exist. It is a pre-configured Ai computer in a waterproof, ruggedized storage container.
In a “Mad Max” or “Walking Dead” type of scenario, imagine still having most of the knowledge from the internet that we currently take for granted. With this miniature Ai computer, you would still have access to resources to help you with the following topics:
We see this as the ultimate insurance policy for an insane world.
Contact us here to find out more info.
Pricing is $699 with free shipping! (To the continental US. – International orders will be calculated at checkout, ranging from $15-$50)
Here is a video that also shows the capability to scan for transmissions and play them back (an external bluetooth speaker would be needed):
If you’d like to start a hobby that could provide you and your family with nutritious food and some side income, you may want to look into growing micro-greens.
Creating a full on hydroponic shipping container is a project we’ve always wanted to complete ourselves:
We have a small RV that we use as a mobile office while we’re setting up new developments. We modified the small, factory battery/inverter system in order to support our more demanding needs. Many customers have asked us for the details so they could set up something similar. The setup described below could be used in a RV or small cabin and is scalable to handle more capacity as you go.
Here’s what we have:
Follow Sean and Jes’ channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@OffGridGrowing
Video Description:
It’s been 1 year since we left the city to live off grid. Having moved to the wilderness of Tennessee with ZERO experience to develop our raw land into our forever Homestead. On our road to becoming Self Sufficient we learned from day 1 how our lives were about to change for the better but not without the hardships that come with building a homestead from scratch. Using Solar for our electric and rainwater harvesting for all of our water needs has made our daily routine living in the woods a challenge but rewarding. We attempted to grow our own food with our first ever organic garden, built multiple rainwater collection systems and learned to live without the amenities we were so used to while living in Los Angeles. Moving our lives towards a minimalist lifestyle has taught both Jes and I how to appreciate everything we work for and the journey of learning will lead us all the way to building our own cob cottage. Although our Bushcraft skills are at a minimum we keep pushing forward and with every failure we learn a better way of how to homestead. Living off the land is not something we ever thought was possible in today’s society but with determination to escape the rat race, we inch our way to a happier, healthier existence not only in harmony with our own bodies but in oneness with nature all around us. Follow our off grid vlog Little House Off The Griddy and lend us your experience or learn from what we do right or wrong. We hope you enjoy our first year off grid timelapse as well as our off grid journey. We sure had a blast and hope you Stay tuned for more from Sean & Jes
If you’re looking to buy rural land and would like to find out what over the air TV channels are available, check this site out. You can enter the zip code, move the marker to the property and see what channels you can expect to pick up.
If you’d like to follow YouTube creators who are going off-grid and documenting the evolution of their land, check this channel out.
Follow Sean and Jes as they transform 19 raw acres into their off grid paradise!
You can also visit their shop at shop.soulfedhomestead.com
Follow along as Sean & Jes move from the city to live off grid in the wilderness of Tennesee. In each episode watch as Sean and Jes learn to tackle the daily struggle of what comes with their homesteading journey. Neither Sean or Jes have any experience with building, gardening or basically anything that involves an off grid lifestyle but they seem to keep pulling through. The goal of this channel is to show that anyone can make the move from any walk of life to a more self sustaining lifestyle and still be a part of society. We as a channel welcome any tips and comments from experts on any topic regarding a off grid life.
Many of our land buyers have told us that they picked TN because of the book “Strategic Relocation, North American Guide To Safe Places” by Joel Skousen. In the book, TN has a number of attributes that place it high on the list of desirable places for strategic location. Tennessee continues to be a destination for Americans seeking to return to the America they remember and love.
“Brand new 4th Edition! Unlike most guides in today’s bookstores that tout the “best places” to live based on golf courses, schools, etc., this book considers future threats that most other people fail to see or choose to ignore such as: -A labor crisis or pandemic that halts the inflow of food and business goods -An economic crisis that threatens your pensions, investments and other so-called “guaranteed” income streams -A major earthquake or other natural disaster that suddenly upsets the natural social order for months at a time -An emergency that clogs the area’s freeways -The “unthinkable”: nuclear war or major terrorist attack on a U.S. city with chemical or biological weapons It is easy to dismiss these threats during times of peace and prosperity, but they are real and the probability of such events occurring increases every year. In this 4th Edition we have updated our country-by-country and state-by-state reviews based on the continuing political and demographic changes, including recent events such as the exaggerated Covid 19 pandemic. We help you develop your own customized strategy in this book, by taking you through each threat and helping you recognize which threats require relocation and which can be mitigated through common-sense preparations. To help you evaluate the pros and cons of each area we have summarized the most valuable information in easy-to-read formats including: -Expanded text and graphics for weather, pollution, population density, natural disasters, nuclear and military dangers and more. -Color maps by state showing terrain, public and private land use, and military target areas. -An evaluation of all the most attractive foreign “expat” countries. -Regional maps outlining the best general retreat areas. And much more.”
Go here to get a copy!
If you have flowing water on your property with at least 2 feet of drop, then you can pump that water elsewhere for free! You just need to build or buy what’s known as a “hydraulic ram pump“. The pump basically uses a percentage of the energy of the water flowing through it to pump water higher than the source of the water. This allows you to store water at a higher level on your property to allow you to gravity feed it to wherever you need it (gardens, animals, home, etc…). You could also store the water for micro-hydroelectric power generation. This is where you pump the water to a higher location so you can create pressure that you can use to run a small electric generator. This won’t make too much power but could help generate on demand emergency power for charging a battery or running some LED lights when solar or wind isn’t available.
Here is a link to buy a pre-made hydraulic ram pump on Amazon.
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From April to November, enjoy visiting the historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary in Petros, TN. Take a tour of the old prison. Enjoy lunch at the Warden’s Table. Experience a paranormal tour and leave with a little moonshine from the Brushy Mountain Distillery to calm your nerves.
Seeing a cinder block shanty on this tract got me thinking about how block buildings could be used on recreational land. It’s a relatively cheap option that people could build on their own. These buildings would give you a secure option for storing dirtbikes, lawn mowers, camping gear… etc on your vacant land. You could also use them as a root cellar for canning and storing provisions for a “bug out property”.
Here is a link for some plans to help.
