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$126,274$137 / 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 87How 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 $30,000 on Mar 7, 2014

237 RIGGS RD

WATAUGA, TN 37694
0
Baths
924 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$126K
$110K low$142K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Mar 7, 2014
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.$126,274
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$101,019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$106 (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.$4,875 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,475
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,875
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$19,500

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.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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 Residential
CountyCarter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 72 ft²

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
Central Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Happy Valley High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Carter County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 37694These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.2,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,162
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,006
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

237 Riggs 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 less than 85% of homes in Watauga 37694
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Carter County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Watauga 37694
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Watauga 37694
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Carter County

What homes are worth in Watauga 37694

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

This home
$64K$698K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Watauga 37694.

How it measures up in Watauga 37694

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watauga 37694.

Estimated value$126,274
CheaperTypical $235,267Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 2.3 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 237 Riggs Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatauga 37694Carter County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,27415% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13730% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than924 ft²20% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac14% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than198762% of homes65% of homes

About 237 Riggs Rd

How much is 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN is $126,274 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $110,435 to $142,113. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN last sell?

237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN last sold on Mar 7, 2014 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN?

237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN has 924 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN built?

237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN was built in 1987, making it 39 years old.

What schools serve 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN?

237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Happy Valley High School (high), rated C. All sit in Carter County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN compare to other homes in Watauga 37694?

Among the 807 homes in Watauga 37694, it is worth more than 15% of them ($126,274 against a typical $235,267), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($137 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 20% of them (924 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 2.3 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1987 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Carter County, it is worth more than 16% 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 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 237 Riggs Rd, Watauga, TN was $106. The county assessed it at $4,875.

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