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$236,299$188 / 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 87How 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 $66,000 on Oct 25, 2000

478 RUTH RD

DAYTON, TN 37321
2
Baths
1,260 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$236K
$205K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,000 · Oct 25, 2000
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.$145,199
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$116,159
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.$91,100
NATION STAR MORTGAGE · recorded May 31, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$762 (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.$56,525 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,475
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,575
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,100

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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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
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.Deck · 216 ft²ShedPatio · 216 ft²Porch · 294 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.

M
Rhea Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
Rhea County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
Rhea Central Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 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

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

478 Ruth 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Dayton 37321
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Rhea County

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 43% 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$236,299
CheaperTypical $260,930Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 478 Ruth Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDayton 37321Rhea County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,29943% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18858% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²36% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac73% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than199765% of homes67% of homes

About 478 Ruth Rd

How much is 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN is $236,299 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $204,598 to $268,000. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN last sell?

478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN last sold on Oct 25, 2000 for $66,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN?

478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN has 2 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN built?

478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN?

478 Ruth Rd, 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 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN compare to other homes in Dayton 37321?

Among the 7,711 homes in Dayton 37321, it is worth more than 43% of them ($236,299 against a typical $260,930), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($188 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1997 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Rhea County, it is worth more than 46% 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 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 478 Ruth Rd, Dayton, TN was $762. The county assessed it at $56,525.

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