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New home values are here. . .and many Upper Cumberland owners have questions. This week’s newsletter breaks down what your reappraisal notice really means, plus local events, tons of new listings, and major price drops you won’t want to miss.
Heather Skender-Newton
May 25, 2026
In this newsletter, you’ll find:
Your Market Trends 📊
🚨 What to Know About TN Tax Rate Changes!!
Just Listed STUNNING 5 bed Home in the Upper $600K’s 😍
Beautiful Home on 1.19 ACRES Just DROPPED BY $10K💸
Local Upcoming Summer Events in the UC & East TN!
Let’s dive in! 👇
PUTNAM COUNTYActive Listings: 352📈 Slight Buyer’s Advantage More active listings + homes selling faster = buyers gain negotiating power, with prices still trending up | WHITE COUNTYActive Listings: 155📈 Balanced Market Prices trending down + inventory staying active = buyers gain negotiating power, but homes are still selling steadily |
OVERTON COUNTYActive Listings: 55📈 Slight Seller’s Advantage Prices trending up + inventory staying moderate = sellers still hold some leverage despite longer days on market | CUMBERLAND COUNTYActive Listings: 436📈 Slight Buyer’s Advantage More active listings + prices trending down = buyers gain negotiating power, even with homes selling slightly faster |
SMITH COUNTYActive Listings: 80📉 Slight Buyer’s Advantage Prices trending down + longer time on market = buyers have more negotiating power | FENTRESS COUNTYActive Listings: 255📈 Balanced Market More inventory + homes taking longer to sell = buyers gaining a little more leverage |
KNOX COUNTYActive Listings: 1,848📈 Balanced Market Inventory rising + prices softening, but homes are still selling fairly quickly = neither side has a strong advantage | BLOUNT COUNTYActive Listings: 681📈 Balanced Market Inventory rising + homes taking longer to sell = buyers gaining a little more negotiating power |
LOUDON COUNTYActive Listings: 545📈 Seller’s Advantage Higher prices + growing inventory, but homes are still selling fast = sellers still hold the edge |
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What to Know About Tennessee Reappraisal and Tax Rates in the Upper Cumberland
If you live in the Upper Cumberland, you may have received property reappraisal notice. This is an important part of the Tennessee housing market, and it can affect your property value and tax bill. Understanding how it works can help you feel prepared.
What Is a Reappraisal?
In Tennessee, counties complete a reappraisal every few years to update property values. This process reflects current market conditions, including home prices, demand, and growth in the area.
With the Upper Cumberland housing market seeing steady activity, many homeowners may notice their property values increase. This does not mean your taxes will automatically go up, but. . .
Are you in search of a property in Middle or East Tennessee with over 5 acres of land or a budget of under $400k? Look no further! We have meticulously curated lists that are updated daily, making the process of finding your dream home even easier.
UNRESTRICTED LAND | HOMES WITH OVER 5 ACRES |
HOMES UNDER $400k | HOMES UNDER $650K |
Here are properties that have recently dropped in price in Tennessee. We update this list DAILY to keep you informed.
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