209 Maple Tree DR Bristol, TN 37620
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,742 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,742 sqft
Price per Sqft $2
Subdivision Lick Branch Estates
MLS Listing ID 9997588
Style Ranch
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Total Fin. Sqft 3742
Year Built 1955
Lot Size 2.100 Acres
Acres 2.1
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Tennessee/Virginia Regional MLS
Property Description
A Legacy Estate, Offered for the First Time -- LIVE AUCTION Saturday July 18th @ 10 AM
The Zager Estate
For the first time in over 70 years, 209 Maple Tree Drive comes to market -- a mid-century time capsule set on 2.1 rolling, tree-shaded acres in the sought-after Lick Branch Estates, and the longtime home of Victor and Muriel Zager, two of Bristol's most extraordinary citizens.
Victor Zager (1928-2008) was a Korean War veteran, attorney, and industrialist who helped bring a manufacturing plant to Bristol supplying advanced textile products to the U.S. Armed Forces. A nationally recognized leader in his field, he was equally devoted to community and faith -- serving as president of multiple synagogues, administering over 600 congregations nationwide through the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, and even moderating a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir in Jerusalem. His philanthropy endowed a Diversity Lectureship at East Tennessee State University and a Holocaust Studies chair at Emory and Henry College.
Muriel Kagan Zager (1933-2025) was one of the first women to report as a foreign correspondent from Israel, Iran, and Lebanon, bringing decades of clarity on Middle Eastern affairs to readers of the Bristol Herald Courier and Washington County News. Her international experiences inspired five novels, including The Faithful, a National Book Award nominee. Muriel continued traveling the world well into her nineties.
Together, the Zagers built a shared life of remarkable breadth -- from the textile plants of East Tennessee to press conferences in Jerusalem -- and this home was their sanctuary through it all. Now, their legacy estate awaits its next chapter.
The Home
Built in 1955 and thoughtfully maintained, this sprawling U-shaped ranch offers 3,742 total square feet (2,651 sq. ft. on the main level, 1,091 sq. ft. finished in the basement) and retains an exceptional wealth of original mid-century detail:
Tile entryway with a striking stone atrium accent wall
Living room anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace
Extensive built-in hall and library shelving throughout
Original kitchen with adjacent laundry room and half bath
Back den with expansive walls of glass and a stone floor opening to the patio and yard
Library with original built-in entertainment center and vintage intercom phone system
Original tile bathrooms, remarkably preserved and in great condition. Primary suite with an en-suite bath and private deck overlooking the grounds. Two additional downstairs bedrooms, one with its own stone fireplace, served by a full downstairs bath
Additional lower-level rooms offering abundant storage or flexible living/bonus space. Skylights throughout the home for exceptional natural light. Screened porch, dining area, breakfast nook, and foyer flowing seamlessly for classic mid-century entertaining
Paved circular driveway leading to a detached 2-car garage
Situated on 2.1 acres of rolling, mature, shade-tree grounds -- a private, park-like setting minutes from downtown Bristol
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Bristol history: a home built with quality and character, held by one family for generations, and ready for a new owner to write its next story.
Property Facts
3,742 sq. ft. (per floor plan)
Lot Size
2.1 acres (250 x 344.28 IRR)
Year Built
1955
Bedrooms
5 (Primary + 4 additional)
Bathrooms
Multiple full & half baths (original tile)
Garage
Detached 2-car garage with paved driveway
Utilities
Public water, sewer, and electric
Zoning
R-1A
Flood Zone
Zone X -- minimal flood risk
School Zone
Anderson Elementary, Bristol Vance Middle, Tennessee High School (Bristol) First time offered for sale. See what you can do with this remarkable property and setting.
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers encouraged to conduct their own due diligence. Seller has set a realistic reserve and is motivated to sell. See auction firm for terms and conditions.
Location
State TN
County Sullivan
Community Lick Branch Estates
Area 2.1
Zoning R 1A
Direction From Volunteer Parkway, turn onto Holston Drive. Turn Left onto Maple Tree Drive. The house will be on the left.
Rooms
Other Rooms Garage(s)
Basement Full, Partially Finished
Interior
Interior Features Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
Fireplaces Type Basement, Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Heat Source Natural Gas, Steam
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Parking Features Asphalt, Detached
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Shingle
Topography Sloped
Porch Back, Deck
Total Parking Spaces 2
Building
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Ranch
Structure Type Stone,Wood Siding
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Anderson
Middle Schools Vance
High Schools Tennessee
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 037c B 01800 000
Acceptable Financing Cash
Listing Terms Cash
Special Listing Condition Auction