#1 • Sam Smith Estate

Part of 2.55 acres with One-level Brick Home in Centerville - ESTATE (timed auction by Hudgins Auctions Southern Way Real Estate)

Starting at $150,000.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM CST

ESTATE AUCTION — “FORT SMITH” | 2.55 ACRES WITH BRICK HOME | CENTERVILLE, TENNESSEE A piece of Centerville history with an investor’s opportunity! For decades, the home of the late Judge Sam Smith was known to family and friends as “Fort Smith” — a place where good food, good friends and good fellowship came together. The Smith family gatherings became part of the property’s story, with cookouts and legendary fish fries featuring fresh fish brought home from the Smiths’ many fishing trips. And, with Judge Smith at the center of it all, someone might say that the Judge was always “holding court” at Fort Smith! Now, this longtime family property is being offered at Estate Auction, presenting a unique opportunity for an investor, renovator, builder or buyer looking for acreage with future potential. THE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY The property consists of approximately 2.55 acres with a 1982 one-level brick home, detached garage/workshop and a substantial amount of level land. For an investor, the combination of an existing dwelling, city sewer availability and acreage within the city creates several possibilities worth exploring. The Town of Centerville has announced that its sewer moratorium has been lifted, meaning new sewer taps may again be issued. That is welcome news for anyone considering the potential creation of additional residential lots within the city limits. With approximately 82 feet of frontage along Highway 48, Canady Street terminating at the property near the home’s concrete driveway, and the property bordering the Centerville Municipal Airport along its western boundary, this is a property that deserves the attention of investors looking beyond the existing house. The approximately 2.55-acre tract may offer potential for subdivision, subject to applicable Town of Centerville zoning, subdivision regulations, utility availability and all required governmental approvals. THE HOME Re-Built in 1982.  The original home was constructed in approximately 1970, but today offers 1,790 square feet of one-level living space. The original home burned and the existing home was rebuilt in 1982.  The home features three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, along with an addition created in the 1990’s by enclosing the rear patio. This additional space became a comfortable family den and served as Judge Smith’s office.  The Smith family has owned this property since the early 1970’s! The home is best viewed as an investment opportunity and quality fixer-upper, offering the potential for renovation, rental use, resale or as part of a larger land-use strategy. Behind the residence is a detached structure measuring approximately 768 square feet, providing garage, workshop and storage space — including what the family affectionately referred to as the “Fishing Gear Locker.” WHY THIS PROPERTY DESERVES A LOOK 2.55 acres within the Town of Centerville Approximately 82 feet of Highway 48 frontage Canady Street access City sewer available / sewer moratorium lifted Existing 1,790 SF brick home 3 bedrooms / 1.5 bathrooms Detached 768 SF garage/workshop/storage building Large, relatively level tract Existing home provides an immediate renovation/rental opportunity Potential subdivision opportunity, subject to Town approval Property borders the Centerville Municipal Airport Offered at Estate Auction For the investor, the story here is bigger than the house. It is the land, location, utilities and future possibilities that make this 2.55-acre property particularly interesting. The existing brick home may provide the opportunity to renovate and create a rental or resale property, while the acreage may offer additional possibilities for future development — all subject to zoning, subdivision regulations, sewer capacity, airport considerations and governmental approvals. For those who remember “Fort Smith,” this auction represents the next chapter in a property that has been a gathering place for generations. For the investor, it may represent something else entirely: 2.55 acres of opportunity in the heart of Centerville. This property is being offered at Auction to settle the Estate of Judge Sam Smith. The Smith Family will be hosting an "Estate Tag Sale" very soon to sell the contents of the house and garage. The online bidding is scheduled to end on Thursday, Nov. 12th - 6:00pm. There is a 10% Buyer's Premium added to the bid amount to determine the final purchase price. David Hudgins, Auctioneer - TN Lic# 4787