The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 37825 sells for about $85,500, or $175 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 82 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $703 a month.
ZIP 37825 — New Tazewell
The housing market in 37825 is currently stable, characterized by a mix of affordable residential properties and lakefront vacation homes. Market activity remains steady, driven by local demand and interest from retirees, though inventory levels have limited rapid price appreciation. Overall, the market reflects a balanced environment with consistent, moderate transaction volume.
This ZIP is well-suited for retirees seeking affordable lakefront living, outdoor enthusiasts, and families looking for a quiet, rural lifestyle within commuting distance of larger cities.
Median prices moved down 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 5.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.4% · poverty 15.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 37825, Claiborne County TN
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in New Tazewell are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are part of the Claiborne County School District, which generally maintains average performance ratings compared to state benchmarks.
The area faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near low-lying areas, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven by local retail, small-scale manufacturing, and proximity to Norris Lake, which supports a seasonal tourism and recreation economy.
Property taxes are assessed by Claiborne County based on a state-mandated appraisal ratio, with no local income tax and standard homestead exemptions available for qualifying residents.
Commuting primarily involves personal vehicle travel via TN-33, with most residents driving 30-45 minutes to reach employment hubs in the Knoxville metropolitan area.
The area is anchored by access to Norris Lake for boating and fishing, alongside local parks and proximity to regional hiking trails in the Cumberland Gap region.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high demand for affordable housing, with a notable presence of seasonal short-term rentals near the lake.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, healthcare services, and tourism, with many residents commuting to larger industrial and corporate employers in the Knoxville region.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with TN-33 serving as the primary arterial corridor connecting the area to regional employment centers.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential subdivisions and improvements to existing commercial corridors along the main highway.
The Claiborne County Assessor's office conducts periodic reappraisals to ensure property values align with market trends and state assessment standards.
Parcels are subject to Claiborne County property taxes and are served by the Claiborne County School District and local utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage for wind and fire risks readily available.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 37825 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major regional attraction for boating, fishing, and water sports.
Local recreational space providing community access to outdoor activities.
Public-access golf course serving the local community and visitors.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.