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$310,925$249 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $299,900 on Nov 27, 2023

849 JAMES AVE

CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
2 / 1
Baths
1,248 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$311K
$294K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$299,900 · Nov 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,033 (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.$68,175 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$47,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,700

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyHamilton
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.0.55
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
East Brainerd Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
H
East Hamilton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
East Hamilton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Hamilton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37421These 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.84
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 100.143

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.55,644
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,818 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,889
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,720
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

849 James Ave 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 79% of homes in East Brainerd
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Chattanooga 37421
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in East Brainerd
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Chattanooga 37421
  • Older than 97% of homes in East Brainerd

What homes are worth in Chattanooga 37421

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

This home
$178K$898K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Chattanooga 37421.

How it measures up in Chattanooga 37421

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chattanooga 37421.

Estimated value$310,925
CheaperTypical $366,224Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 849 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast BrainerdChattanooga 37421Hamilton County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,92521% of homes29% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24988% of homes93% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²9% of homes11% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac70% of homes72% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than19503% of homes6% of homes20% of homes

About 849 James Ave

How much is 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN is $310,925 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $294,029 to $327,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN last sell?

849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN last sold on Nov 27, 2023 for $299,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN?

849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN has 2 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN built?

849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN?

849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN is assigned to East Brainerd Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Hamilton High School (high), rated A; East Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Hamilton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN compare to other homes in Chattanooga 37421?

Among the 16,254 homes in Chattanooga 37421, it is worth more than 29% of them ($310,925 against a typical $366,224), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($249 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1950 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Hamilton County, it is worth more than 41% 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 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 849 James Ave, Chattanooga, TN was $1,033. The county assessed it at $68,175.

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