Real Estate Investing in Mc Ewen, Tennessee (37101)

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Humphreys County • Population: 6,888 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 37101 (Mc Ewen, TN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 14.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $277,610
Avg Monthly Rent $1,188
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $63,125
% Renters 16.8%

Market Analysis: 37101 Mc Ewen

On the rental side, ZIP 37101 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $278K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The investment case in 37101 is impressive only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $278K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Nearby ZIPs in Mc Ewen have seen price recovery that 37101 has not matched. Humphreys County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

From an investor standpoint, 6,888 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

trends toward the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Mc Ewen:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,188/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$298K$254K$211K$167K$124K$80KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 37101 Compare?

Metric 37101 Mc Ewen Tennessee
Home Value $277,610 $277,610 $327,001
5-Year CAGR 6.2% 6.2% 7.7%
Avg Rent $1,188 $1,188 -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $277,610
Monthly Rent $1,188
Price-to-Rent 19.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.1%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 9.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
14.9%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 37101

Population: 6,888

💰 Median Household Income
$63,125
This area
$63,125
State
$60,881
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
16.8%
This area
16.8%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.7%
This area
5.7%
State
-22.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.7%
This area
14.7%
State
-6.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
41.5 years
This area
41.5 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
14.9%
This area
14.9%
State
15.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.3%
Other/Mixed 4.4%
Hispanic/Latino 2.8%
Black/African American 0.2%
👶 Under 18
26.3%
This area
26.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.0%
This area
17.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
5.9%
This area
5.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 37101

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
13.9:1 Avg Class Size
$14,557 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Mc Ewen Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
440 Students
👨‍🏫
13.5:1 Class Size
💰
$14,557 Per Student
A Very Good

Mc Ewen High School

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
522 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,557 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do home prices stand in Mc Ewen, TN?

Mc Ewen, TN home values average about $278K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,188/mo in monthly income.

How deep is the rental pool in Mc Ewen, TN?

The tenant pool in Mc Ewen, TN is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,188/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What approach is best for Mc Ewen, TN real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Mc Ewen, TN is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is rental property easy to operate in Mc Ewen, TN?

Landlord-friendliness in Mc Ewen, TN is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

Is Mc Ewen, TN suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Mc Ewen, TN reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

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