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$235,402$164 / 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 85How 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 $74,500 on May 6, 1999

261 CIRCLE R DR

BENTON, TN 37307
2
Baths
1,432 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$235K
$200K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$74,500 · May 6, 1999
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.$138,402
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$110,722
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.40%
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.$97,000
BRANCH BK&TR · recorded Nov 22, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$814 (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.$48,175 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,675
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,175
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$192,700

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.56
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPolk
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.2003
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.ShedPorch · 128 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Benton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Chilhowee Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Polk County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Polk County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37307These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.147

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,634
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,214
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,494
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

261 Circle R Dr 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Benton 37307

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

This home
$39K$796K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Benton 37307.

How it measures up in Benton 37307

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 37307.

Estimated value$235,402
CheaperTypical $243,731Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 1.32 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 261 Circle R Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 37307Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,40248% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16442% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,432 ft²56% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac16% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than199354% of homes57% of homes

About 261 Circle R Dr

How much is 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN is $235,402 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $200,457 to $270,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN last sell?

261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN last sold on May 6, 1999 for $74,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN?

261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN has 2 bathrooms and 1,432 square feet of living space.

When was 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN built?

261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN?

261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN is assigned to Benton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Chilhowee Middle School (middle), rated C-; Polk County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Polk County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN compare to other homes in Benton 37307?

Among the 2,290 homes in Benton 37307, it is worth more than 48% of them ($235,402 against a typical $243,731), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($164 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,432 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 1.32 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1993 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 53% 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 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 261 Circle R Dr, Benton, TN was $814. The county assessed it at $48,175.

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