Real Estate Investing in Hixson, Tennessee (37343)

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Hamilton County • Population: 44,572 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 37343 (Hixson, TN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (63/100)

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

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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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 $368,975
Avg Monthly Rent $1,575
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $79,088
% Renters 22.7%

Market Analysis: 37343 Hixson

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Hixson's 37343 ZIP shows signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $369K pricing implies.

Rent of $1,575/mo on a $369K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 37343 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Turning to rents, 37343 offers a low basis, the region around Hixson has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

From an investor standpoint, 44,572 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.

Strategy in 37343 is an operator game, not a passive one. Meanwhile, entry prices of $369K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Hixson:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.7× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,575/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Chattanooga, TN-GA Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
68 days
Average time to sell
Slow
11.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Chattanooga, TN-GA metro data
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Property Strategy for 37343

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$108,721/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $282,199 $1,570 4.0% +8.0% $141,099
3BR $333,448 $1,960 4.2% +8.9% $111,149
4BR $434,884 $2,090 3.5% +8.5% $108,721
5BR $552,409 +9.1% $110,482

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$387K$340K$293K$246K$199K$152KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,760$1,662$1,564$1,466$1,368$1,269Apr 2022Jun 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 37343 Compare?

Metric 37343 Hixson Chattanooga, TN-GA Tennessee
Home Value $368,975 $368,975 N/A $327,001
5-Year CAGR 5.4% 5.4% N/A 7.7%
Avg Rent $1,575 $1,575 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.4%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $368,975
Monthly Rent $1,575
Price-to-Rent 19.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.1%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 8.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +1.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.4% ▲
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
6.9%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 37343

Population: 44,572

💰 Median Household Income
$79,088
This area
$79,088
State
$60,881
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
22.7%
This area
22.7%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
State
-22.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
37.6%
This area
37.6%
State
-6.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
41.7 years
This area
41.7 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.9%
This area
6.9%
State
15.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 83.7%
Other/Mixed 7.8%
Black/African American 6.0%
Hispanic/Latino 4.4%
Asian 2.5%
👶 Under 18
20.2%
This area
20.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.6%
This area
20.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 37343

B+ Avg School Grade
7 Schools
15.3:1 Avg Class Size
$12,591 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Big Ridge Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
473 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Hixson Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
418 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Hixson Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
558 Students
👨‍🏫
13.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B Good

Loftis Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
586 Students
👨‍🏫
16.1:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B Good

McConnell Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
448 Students
👨‍🏫
16.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B Good

Middle Valley Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
739 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
B Good

Hixson High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
887 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,591 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

7 Nearby 2,870 Off-Campus Students
C
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers
311 students · 3.0 mi
C
Chattanooga State Community College
6,601 students · 5.0 mi
D
Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga
3,667 students · 9.4 mi
C+
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
11,380 students · 9.9 mi
D
Richmont Graduate University
351 students · 9.9 mi
D
Academy of Allied Health Careers
196 students · 11.1 mi
C+
Southern Adventist University
3,154 students · 12.2 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,870 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is real estate in Hixson, TN a good investment right now?

Hixson, TN scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $369K and rents near $1,575/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What is the average home sale price in Hixson, TN?

Typical homes in Hixson, TN go for around $369K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% steady price movement.

What are rental rates like in Hixson, TN?

Average rent in Hixson, TN is approximately $1,575/mo per month. Against $369K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

What is the best play in Hixson, TN?

Hixson, TN investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($369K prices, $1,575/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

Does house hacking make sense in Hixson, TN?

House hacking works a challenging in Hixson, TN. Rents of $1,575/mo against $369K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

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