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$580,266$224 / 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 93How 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 $37,000 on Jun 11, 2015

545 CHEROKEE EXPLOSIVE RD

RUTLEDGE, TN 37861
2
Baths
2,588 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.
1.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
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

$580K
$538K low$623K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$37,000 · Jun 11, 2015
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.$431,294
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$345,035
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.31%
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.$148,972
GREAT OAKS BANK · recorded Jul 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,993 (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.$84,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$339,200

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.155 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.34
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
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.Shed · 720 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Grainger Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi
M
Rutledge Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.9 mi
E
Rutledge Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 7.2 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%

Ownership

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

545 Cherokee Explosive 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 89% of homes in Grainger County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Rutledge 37861
  • Newer than 95% 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
$53K$879K

This home is worth more than 86% 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$580,266
CheaperTypical $293,592Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,588 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.34 ac
SmallerTypical 1.63 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutledge 37861Grainger County
Estimated valuepricier than$580,26686% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22454% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,588 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.34 ac45% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than202194% of homes95% of homes

About 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd

How much is 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN is $580,266 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $537,520 to $623,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN last sell?

545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN last sold on Jun 11, 2015 for $37,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN?

545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN has 2 bathrooms, 2,588 square feet of living space and a 1.34-acre lot.

When was 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN built?

545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN?

545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN is assigned to Grainger Academy (high); Rutledge Middle School (middle), rated C+; Rutledge Primary School (elementary). All sit in Grainger County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN compare to other homes in Rutledge 37861?

Among the 4,463 homes in Rutledge 37861, it is worth more than 86% of them ($580,266 against a typical $293,592), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($224 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,588 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (1.34 ac against a typical 1.63 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2021 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Grainger County, it is worth more than 89% 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 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 545 Cherokee Explosive Rd, Rutledge, TN was $1,993. The county assessed it at $84,800.

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