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$274,142$242 / 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 92How 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 $140,000 on Dec 22, 2011

853 DEMPSEY RD

WHITWELL, TN 37397
1
Baths
1,134 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.
8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$251K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Dec 22, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$797 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$45,275 (2023)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,525
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,275
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$181,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMarion
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.00
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.Composition Shingle
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.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.ShedPorch · 192 ft²

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

E
Whitwell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.0 mi
H
Whitwell High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
M
Whitwell Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Marion 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

853 Dempsey 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 70% of homes in Whitwell 37397
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Whitwell 37397
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Marion County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Marion County
  • Older than 79% 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
$65K$699K

This home is worth more than 70% 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$274,142
CheaperTypical $209,666Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 853 Dempsey Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitwell 37397Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,14270% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24288% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,134 ft²34% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8 ac88% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than196421% of homes22% of homes

About 853 Dempsey Rd

How much is 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN is $274,142 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $251,003 to $297,281. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN last sell?

853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN last sold on Dec 22, 2011 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN?

853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN has 1 bathrooms, 1,134 square feet of living space and a 8.00-acre lot.

When was 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN built?

853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN?

853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN is assigned to Whitwell Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Whitwell High School (high), rated B; Whitwell Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Marion County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN compare to other homes in Whitwell 37397?

Among the 4,415 homes in Whitwell 37397, it is worth more than 70% of them ($274,142 against a typical $209,666), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($242 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,134 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (8 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1964 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 62% 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 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN?

The 2022 property tax bill for 853 Dempsey Rd, Whitwell, TN was $797. The county assessed it at $45,275.

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