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$556,882$162 / 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 89How 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

496 HIGDON RD

WHITWELL, TN 37397
3
Baths
3,444 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.
12.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$557K
$494K low$620K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,300 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$125,225 (2023)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,175
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$75,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$500,900

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountySequatchie
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.16
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
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, Finished
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 · 576 ft²Patio · 576 ft²Porch · 819 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Sequatchie County High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
M
Sequatchie County Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.2 mi
E
Griffith Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.3 mi

District: Sequatchie County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37397These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.116

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.9.9%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,535
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,736
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,359
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%

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How this home compares

496 Higdon 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Whitwell 37397
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Sequatchie County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Whitwell 37397
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Whitwell 37397

What homes are worth in Whitwell 37397

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

This home
$64K$674K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Whitwell 37397.

How it measures up in Whitwell 37397

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whitwell 37397.

Estimated value$556,882
CheaperTypical $208,892Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area3,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size12.16 ac
SmallerTypical 1.27 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 496 Higdon Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitwell 37397Sequatchie County
Estimated valuepricier than$556,88295% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16257% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than3,444 ft²98% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.16 ac90% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than198751% of homes37% of homes

About 496 Higdon Rd

How much is 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN is $556,882 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $493,554 to $620,210. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN last sell?

496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN last sold on Sep 25, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN?

496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN has 3 bathrooms, 3,444 square feet of living space and a 12.16-acre lot.

When was 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN built?

496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN?

496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN is assigned to Sequatchie County High School (high), rated B+; Sequatchie County Middle School (middle), rated C; Griffith Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Sequatchie County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN compare to other homes in Whitwell 37397?

Among the 4,511 homes in Whitwell 37397, it is worth more than 95% of them ($556,882 against a typical $208,892), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($162 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,444 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (12.16 ac against a typical 1.27 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1987 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Sequatchie County, it is worth more than 84% 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 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN?

The 2023 property tax bill for 496 Higdon Rd, Whitwell, TN was $2,300. The county assessed it at $125,225.

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