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$262,462$176 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $228,649 on Jun 1, 2023

859 TURKEY SCRATCH RD

SPENCER, TN 38585
2
Baths
1,490 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.
16.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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

$262K
$249K low$276K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$228,649 · Jun 1, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$898 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$37,425 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$31,025
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,425
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,400

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.57
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyVan Buren
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.16.75
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
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 · 96 ft²Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 125 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.

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

M
Van Buren County High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Spencer Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi

District: Van Buren County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38585These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.121
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,489
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,476
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,214
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

859 Turkey Scratch 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 Spencer 38585
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Spencer 38585
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Spencer 38585

What homes are worth in Spencer 38585

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

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This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Spencer 38585.

How it measures up in Spencer 38585

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 38585.

Estimated value$262,462
CheaperTypical $178,496Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,490 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,311 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size16.75 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 859 Turkey Scratch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 38585Van Buren County
Estimated valuepricier than$262,46270% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17665% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,490 ft²62% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.75 ac87% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199964% of homes61% of homes

About 859 Turkey Scratch Rd

How much is 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN is $262,462 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $248,590 to $276,334. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN last sell?

859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN last sold on Jun 1, 2023 for $228,649, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN?

859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN has 2 bathrooms, 1,490 square feet of living space and a 16.75-acre lot.

When was 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN built?

859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN?

859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN is assigned to Van Buren County High School (middle), rated B; Spencer Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Van Buren County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN compare to other homes in Spencer 38585?

Among the 2,408 homes in Spencer 38585, it is worth more than 70% of them ($262,462 against a typical $178,496), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($176 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,490 ft² against a typical 1,311 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (16.75 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1999 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Van Buren County, it is worth more than 65% 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 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 859 Turkey Scratch Rd, Spencer, TN was $898. The county assessed it at $37,425.

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