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$165,733$135 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Dec 22, 2023

1220 BUFFALO SPRINGS RD

RUTLEDGE, TN 37861
1
Baths
1,224 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
30.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$166K
$135K low$196K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Dec 22, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$658 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,575
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,425
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyGRAINGER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.30.26
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 80 ft²Shed · 920 ft²Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Grainger Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
Rutledge Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi
E
Rutledge Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 4.7 mi

District: Grainger County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37861These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.145

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,741
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.89 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,392
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,279
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1220 Buffalo Springs Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Older than 83% of homes in Grainger County

What homes are worth in Rutledge 37861

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$52K$863K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Rutledge 37861.

How it measures up in Rutledge 37861

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutledge 37861.

Estimated value$165,733
CheaperTypical $294,233Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,311 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size30.26 ac
SmallerTypical 1.64 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutledge 37861Grainger County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,73321% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13517% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²44% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than30.26 ac86% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than196019% of homes17% of homes

About 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd

How much is 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN is $165,733 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $135,278 to $196,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN last sell?

1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN last sold on Dec 22, 2023 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN?

1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN has 1 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 30.26-acre lot.

When was 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN built?

1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN?

1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN is assigned to Grainger Academy (high); Rutledge Middle School (middle), rated C-; Rutledge Primary School (elementary). All sit in Grainger County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN compare to other homes in Rutledge 37861?

Among the 4,463 homes in Rutledge 37861, it is worth more than 21% of them ($165,733 against a typical $294,233), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($135 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,311 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (30.26 ac against a typical 1.64 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1960 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Grainger County, it is worth more than 24% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1220 Buffalo Springs Rd, Rutledge, TN was $658. The county assessed it at $28,000.

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