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$259,608$192 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

12959 STATE ROUTE 56

ALTAMONT, TN 37301
1
Baths
1,352 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.
20.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$260K
$242K low$277K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$563 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$39,450 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$212,400

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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
CountyGrundy
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.95
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Grundy County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
E
North Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Grundy County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37301These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.139
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
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.1,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,532
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,369
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

12959 State Route 56 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 more than 69% of homes in Altamont 37301
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Altamont 37301
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Grundy County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Altamont 37301

What homes are worth in Altamont 37301

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

This home
$29K$622K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Altamont 37301.

How it measures up in Altamont 37301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Altamont 37301.

Estimated value$259,608
CheaperTypical $182,080Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,222 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size20.95 ac
SmallerTypical 3.3 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 12959 State Route 56 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAltamont 37301Grundy County
Estimated valuepricier than$259,60869% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19273% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,352 ft²59% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.95 ac90% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198331% of homes44% of homes

About 12959 State Route 56

How much is 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN is $259,608 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $242,402 to $276,814. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN?

12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN has 1 bathrooms, 1,352 square feet of living space and a 20.95-acre lot.

When was 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN built?

12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN?

12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN is assigned to Grundy County High School (high), rated C; North Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Grundy County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN compare to other homes in Altamont 37301?

Among the 871 homes in Altamont 37301, it is worth more than 69% of them ($259,608 against a typical $182,080), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($192 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,352 ft² against a typical 1,222 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (20.95 ac against a typical 3.3 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1983 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Grundy County, it is worth more than 63% 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 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 12959 State Route 56, Altamont, TN was $563. The county assessed it at $39,450.

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