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$324,046$338 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $171,900 on Oct 9, 2018

297 LESTER WHITT RD

RUTLEDGE, TN 37861
1
Baths
960 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.
10.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$324K
$303K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$171,900 · Oct 9, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$878 (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.$37,375 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,375
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$149,500

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.73 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
CountyGrainger
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.69
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.Yes
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.Deck · 320 ft²Patio · 320 ft²Porch · 320 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Rutledge Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.7 mi
H
Grainger County Adult High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Rutledge Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Grainger County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37861These 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.120
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 100.145

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.9,741
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.89 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,392
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,279
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.56%

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How this home compares

297 Lester Whitt Rd 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 more per square foot than 89% of homes in Grainger County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Grainger County

What homes are worth in Rutledge 37861

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

This home
$50K$913K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Rutledge 37861.

How it measures up in Rutledge 37861

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutledge 37861.

Estimated value$324,046
CheaperTypical $297,512Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size10.69 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 297 Lester Whitt Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutledge 37861Grainger County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,04655% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33886% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²25% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.69 ac77% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than199862% of homes65% of homes

About 297 Lester Whitt Rd

How much is 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN is $324,046 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $303,342 to $344,750. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN last sell?

297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN last sold on Oct 9, 2018 for $171,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN?

297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN has 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 10.69-acre lot.

When was 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN built?

297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN?

297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN is assigned to Rutledge Primary School (elementary); Grainger County Adult High School (high); Rutledge Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Grainger County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN compare to other homes in Rutledge 37861?

Among the 4,463 homes in Rutledge 37861, it is worth more than 55% of them ($324,046 against a typical $297,512), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($338 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 25% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (10.69 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1998 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Grainger County, it is worth more than 61% 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 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 297 Lester Whitt Rd, Rutledge, TN was $878. The county assessed it at $37,375.

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