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$168,589$214 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $164,900 on Dec 15, 2025

542 BIRCH ST

NEWPORT, TN 37821
1
Baths
786 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$169K
$147K low$190K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,900 · Dec 15, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$371 (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.$24,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,275
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,075
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,400

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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Radiant
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 206 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Newport Grammar SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.0 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

542 Birch St 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 less than 70% of homes in Cocke County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Newport 37821
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Newport 37821
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Cocke County
  • Older than 90% 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
$52K$596K

This home is worth more than 31% 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$168,589
CheaperTypical $212,746Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area786 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.83 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 542 Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 37821Cocke County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,58931% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21476% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than786 ft²11% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac16% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than194010% of homes10% of homes

About 542 Birch St

How much is 542 Birch St, Newport, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Birch St, Newport, TN is $168,589 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $146,821 to $190,357. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Birch St, Newport, TN last sell?

542 Birch St, Newport, TN last sold on Dec 15, 2025 for $164,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Birch St, Newport, TN?

542 Birch St, Newport, TN has 1 bathrooms, 786 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 542 Birch St, Newport, TN built?

542 Birch St, Newport, TN was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Birch St, Newport, TN?

542 Birch St, Newport, TN is assigned to Newport Grammar School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Newport City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Birch St, Newport, TN compare to other homes in Newport 37821?

Among the 9,711 homes in Newport 37821, it is worth more than 31% of them ($168,589 against a typical $212,746), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($214 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 11% of them (786 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.83 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1940 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Cocke County, it is worth more than 30% 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 542 Birch St, Newport, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Birch St, Newport, TN was $371. The county assessed it at $24,350.

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