***OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH 20% DOWN***Step into a piece of Morgan County history with the iconic Sunbright Motel, located at 8203 Morgan County Hwy in Sunbright, Tennessee. Positioned directly along Highway 27, this historic property has long been a recognizable landmark in the community and is ready for its next chapter. With the surge of outdoor tourism in East Tennessee, this property sits in a strategic location for travelers, ATV riders, and visitors exploring the surrounding mountains and trail systems. The area continues to see strong demand for lodging, while short-term rental options remain limited--creating an exciting opportunity for investors looking to revitalize a classic roadside motel. The property offers excellent visibility and easy access along a well-traveled highway that connects multiple states and serves as a major route for visitors heading through the region. Whether reimagined as a boutique motel, retro roadside stay, ATV lodge, or a unique short-term rental concept, the possibilities here are wide open. Opportunities like this--historic properties with strong tourism potential and highway frontage--rarely come available in Sunbright. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a local landmark.
Rare Opportunity! Commercial road frontage along Morgan County Hwy. Presenting a prime opportunity for expansion or redevelopment. There are 3 existing structures, 1) Single-family home with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. 2) A 4 unit efficiency motel, and 3) An old restaurant. Situated on a 1.13-acre lot, the property provides ample room for growth or repurposing. Perfect for investors looking to capitalize on the potential of a peaceful, rural location with endless possibilities! Property is being sold As-Is, seller will not make repairs for sale of property.
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Sunbright is located in Tennessee. Sunbright, Tennessee has a population of 855. Sunbright is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 29.73% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.74%.
The median household income in Sunbright, Tennessee is $36,250. The median household income for the surrounding county is $45,133 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Sunbright is 38.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 24.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 54.4 inches per year, with 7.9 inches of snow per year.