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$401,276$169 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

281 AMHERST DR

MURFREESBORO, TN 37128
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,376 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$401K
$386K low$416K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,340 (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.$104,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,425
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 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.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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyRUTHERFORD
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Rock / Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 75 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.

E
Barfield Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Riverdale High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Christiana Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Rutherford County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37128These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.71,270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,866
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

281 Amherst 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.

  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Murfreesboro 37128
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Murfreesboro 37128
  • Older than 98% of homes in Murfreesboro 37128

What homes are worth in Murfreesboro 37128

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

This home
$262K$959K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Murfreesboro 37128.

How it measures up in Murfreesboro 37128

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Murfreesboro 37128.

Estimated value$401,276
CheaperTypical $437,827Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,013 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 281 Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurfreesboro 37128Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$401,27637% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$169almost no homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than2,376 ft²66% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac78% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than19782% of homes14% of homes

About 281 Amherst Dr

How much is 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN is $401,276 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $386,144 to $416,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN last sell?

281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN?

281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,376 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN built?

281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN?

281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN is assigned to Barfield Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Riverdale High School (high), rated B-; Christiana Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rutherford County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN compare to other homes in Murfreesboro 37128?

Among the 25,629 homes in Murfreesboro 37128, it is worth more than 37% of them ($401,276 against a typical $437,827), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($169 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,376 ft² against a typical 2,013 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1978 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 48% 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 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Amherst Dr, Murfreesboro, TN was $1,340. The county assessed it at $104,400.

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