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$212,705$150 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $81,000 on May 14, 2004

281 WASHINGTON AVE

NEWPORT, TN 37821
1
Baths
1,416 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$213K
$191K low$235K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$81,000 · May 14, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,760 (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.$58,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCocke
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Yes
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.Garage, Unfinished
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 300 ft²Porch · 110 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
Newport Grammar SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi

District: Newport City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37821These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.139

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.23,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.175 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,024
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.53%

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How this home compares

281 Washington Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Cocke County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Newport 37821
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Cocke County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Newport 37821

What homes are worth in Newport 37821

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

This home
$51K$588K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Newport 37821.

How it measures up in Newport 37821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 37821.

Estimated value$212,705
CheaperTypical $221,742Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,416 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.84 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 281 Washington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 37821Cocke County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,70547% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15036% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,416 ft²65% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac8% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than19388% of homes8% of homes

About 281 Washington Ave

How much is 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN is $212,705 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $190,852 to $234,558. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN last sell?

281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN last sold on May 14, 2004 for $81,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN?

281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN has 1 bathrooms, 1,416 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN built?

281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN?

281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN is assigned to Newport Grammar School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Newport City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN compare to other homes in Newport 37821?

Among the 9,712 homes in Newport 37821, it is worth more than 47% of them ($212,705 against a typical $221,742), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($150 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,416 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.84 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1938 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Cocke County, it is worth more than 44% 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 Washington Ave, Newport, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Washington Ave, Newport, TN was $1,760. The county assessed it at $58,200.

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