Real Estate Investing in Jackson County, Tennessee

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 9,570

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
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: 22.8% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.8% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $236,297
Avg Monthly Rent $842
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Jackson County Real Estate

Jackson County (TN) covers 4 ZIPs and 4 municipalities. clearly the fundamentals here skew distressed, and both rent and price trends have been subdued across most of the geography.

Jackson is the kind of county where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. unambiguously out-of-state capital should be especially careful with carry-in assumptions.

The 0% renter share in Jackson masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$236,297
Avg Monthly Rent
$842
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (TN)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Cookeville, TN metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
3/3
76%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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Cities in Jackson County

ZIP Codes in Jackson County, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jackson County

Is, TN a smart market for rental property?

, TN shows an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $236K and average rents around $842/mo. That combination puts it in the sturdy tier for investor interest.

What is the typical vacancy rate in, TN?

Rental vacancy in, TN is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

How should investors approach, TN?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy, TN best. The market produces predictable results for that approach at the $236K price point.

Are homes affordable in, TN?

Typical homes in, TN go for around $236K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% stable price movement.

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