Real Estate Investing in Mascot, Tennessee

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,011 • Knox County

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Should you buy in Mascot, TN? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (57/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 15.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.7% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $284,197
Avg Monthly Rent $972
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Mascot Real Estate

Across Mascot's 1 ZIPs, the picture is lackluster: $284K median values, $972/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Investors considering Mascot, TN should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

plainly Mascot's sale market has not rewarded patience. a challenging fit for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Demographics in Mascot show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is modest relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Knoxville, TN

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Avg Home Value
$284,197
Avg Monthly Rent
$972
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (TN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Knoxville, TN metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
59%
Days Pending
1/2
54 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Knoxville, TN metro
54
Days to pending
11.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Mascot, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mascot, TN

Is rental property easy to operate in Mascot, TN?

The landlord environment in Mascot, TN is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Does Mascot, TN make sense for an investment property?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Mascot, TN ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $284K and rents of $972/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How strong is the working-renter base in Mascot, TN?

The renter base in Mascot, TN is reasonable for the $972/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields predictable tenants.

Are rents high in Mascot, TN?

Rents in Mascot, TN run near $972/mo. Compared with median home prices of $284K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Is house hacking profitable in Mascot, TN?

House hacking works a challenging in Mascot, TN. Rents of $972/mo against $284K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

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