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$164,739$91 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $62,000 on Oct 12, 1994

970 W FOREST AVE

JACKSON, TN 38301
3
Baths
1,814 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.
0.57 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

$165K
$151K low$179K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,000 · Oct 12, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$534 (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.$28,475 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,475
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$113,900

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMADISON
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Porch · 20 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.

E
Arlington Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Jackson Central Merry Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Jackson Central Merry High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Jackson-Madison Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38301These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.186

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.35,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,832
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,918
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.64%

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How this home compares

970 W Forest 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 67% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Jackson 38301
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Jackson 38301
  • Older than 85% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Jackson 38301

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

This home
$35K$456K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Jackson 38301.

How it measures up in Jackson 38301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jackson 38301.

Estimated value$164,739
CheaperTypical $125,085Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,814 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,386 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 970 W Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJackson 38301Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,73966% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9149% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,814 ft²77% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac70% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195037% of homes15% of homes

About 970 W Forest Ave

How much is 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN is $164,739 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $150,780 to $178,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN last sell?

970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN last sold on Oct 12, 1994 for $62,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN?

970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN has 3 bathrooms, 1,814 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN built?

970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN?

970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN is assigned to Arlington Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jackson Central Merry Middle School (middle), rated D+; Jackson Central Merry High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Jackson-Madison Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN compare to other homes in Jackson 38301?

Among the 13,212 homes in Jackson 38301, it is worth more than 66% of them ($164,739 against a typical $125,085), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($91 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,814 ft² against a typical 1,386 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1950 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 33% 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 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 970 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN was $534. The county assessed it at $28,475.

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