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$116,607$108 / 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 77How 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
Last sold for $55,000 on Jul 6, 1995

252 ERNEST LN

DAYTON, TN 37321
1
Baths
1,075 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$117K
$89K low$144K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Jul 6, 1995
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$54,507
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$43,606
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.47%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$62,100
US BANK · recorded Feb 26, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$402 (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.$29,825 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,625
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,675
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRhea
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.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Metal
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.ShedPatio · 32 ft²Porch · 212 ft²

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

M
Rhea Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Rhea County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
E
Rhea Central Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi

District: Rhea County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37321These 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.114
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 100.130

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,427
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

252 Ernest Ln 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 89% of homes in Dayton 37321
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Dayton 37321
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Dayton 37321

What homes are worth in Dayton 37321

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

This home
$58K$806K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Dayton 37321.

How it measures up in Dayton 37321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 37321.

Estimated value$116,607
CheaperTypical $260,930Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,075 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 252 Ernest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDayton 37321Rhea County
Estimated valuepricier than$116,60711% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10811% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,075 ft²20% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac58% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than198241% of homes42% of homes

About 252 Ernest Ln

How much is 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN is $116,607 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $89,454 to $143,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN last sell?

252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN last sold on Jul 6, 1995 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN?

252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN has 1 bathrooms, 1,075 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN built?

252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN?

252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN is assigned to Rhea Middle School (middle), rated B-; Rhea County High School (high), rated C; Rhea Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Rhea County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN compare to other homes in Dayton 37321?

Among the 7,711 homes in Dayton 37321, it is worth more than 11% of them ($116,607 against a typical $260,930), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($108 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,075 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1982 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Rhea County, it is worth more than 14% 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 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 252 Ernest Ln, Dayton, TN was $402. The county assessed it at $29,825.

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