Rankin Cove
Rural Neighborhood in Jasper, Tennessee
Marion County 37347
Midcentury homes mixed with modern developments
Homebuyers will see midcentury properties that complement the contemporary homes filling out Rankin Cove. Often made of brick, three-bedroom renovated ranch styles will go for around $250,000. These homes have features like back decks that sit under canopies of mature trees. It’s almost a rural atmosphere that appeals to a nature lover: less emphasis on decorative landscaping and more focus on just the land itself, plain and simple. One appeal of Rankin Cove’s housing market is that homes from the 2020s can be similarly priced – so it’s more about the type of lifestyle preferred by the homebuyer. For instance, a three-bedroom modern traditional home that totals 1,100 square feet can also go for around $250,000. The difference here is that homes may be placed closer together and in neater fashion, emphasizing the suburban identity at the heart of Rankin Cove.
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River access at Marion County Park
Marion County Park is placed on the shores of the Tennessee River, and offers a range of activities across 140 acres. Visitors can camp, fish for bass or anchor down at a picnic shelter. Basketball and baseball facilities are available, and the park’s historical village provides a glimpse into log cabin living. For more of a traditional park experience, residents like to stroll at Jasper City Park, which offers a simple layout, with a pond and two playgrounds.
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Community conscious clubs at Marion County High
Jasper Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 17-to-1 and receives a B-minus grade from Niche. Jasper Middle has an 18-to-1 student-teacher ratio and scores a C-plus overall. The school is currently undergoing a $34 million renovation project. Marion County High is rated B-minus in the teachers and academics category but C-plus overall. The school is known for creative extracurriculars, like the Interact Club, which restores public spaces in Jasper.
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Cake competition at the Marion County Fair
The Marion County Fair occurs annually in November, near the Ingles grocery store in Jasper. Besides offering live music and locally prepared food, it gives attendees a chance to watch a demolition derby. Carnival rides are present, and there’s even an old school competition for jams, cakes and pies.
24 miles to Chattanooga on I-24
Transportation amenities are abundant in Rankin Cove. Interstate 24 is the southernmost thoroughfare, helping residents get to Chattanooga. Many use Lee Highway, a busy commercial corridor, to get into Jasper. Marion County Airport borders it to the north. Then there’s Griffith Highway – the primary thoroughfare for moving north-south through the neighborhood. None of these routes are trafficked by buses, so a car is essential in Rankin Cove. However, the nearby downtown Chattanooga is popular because it's so walkable and bikeable.A dining scene based on comfort food
Residents can find a few eateries located on Lee Highway, like Jesse’s Girl, which caters to the comfort food crowd: think tater tots and French dip sandwiches served in a diner atmosphere. Customers head over to Whiskey Throttle BBQ in Jasper to get their hit of smoked brisket. Outside Whiskey Throttle's low-slung building, a large black smoker draws in diners with the wafting smell of barbecue. Kanti’s Bar and Grill offers more of a sports bar vibe, with large booths and a row of TVs. At Ingles, residents pick up weekly essentials.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melissa McKinsey
Melissa McKinsey
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty - Chattanooga - Washington St
(423) 564-6166
81 Total Sales
1 in Rankin Cove
$100,000 Price
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Jake Kellerhals
Jake Kellerhals
Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
(762) 760-2407
1,574 Total Sales
4 in Rankin Cove
$113K - $294K Price Range
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Jason Carr
Jason Carr
Real Estate Partners LLC
(423) 954-2096
93 Total Sales
2 in Rankin Cove
$300,000 Price Range
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Carol Potts
Carol Potts
RE/MAX Renaissance Realtors
(423) 888-0481
100 Total Sales
2 in Rankin Cove
$265K - $345K Price Range
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Asher Black
Asher Black
Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
(931) 225-7216
380 Total Sales
1 in Rankin Cove
$260,000 Price
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Greg Plattenburg
GP
Greg Plattenburg
Responds QuicklySoutheastern Land Group
(931) 277-6223
11 Total Sales
1 in Rankin Cove
$75,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Jasper City Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Soccer
Marion County Park
South Pittsburg Municipal Park
- Boating
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Loyd Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rankin Cove | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rankin Cove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rankin Cove, Jasper sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Rankin Cove, Jasper over the last 12 months is $229,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$288,000
Median Sale Price
$229,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$258,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
949
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,289
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,780
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$975,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,700 Sq Ft
- 250 Spinnaker Dr
- New 2 days ago
Experience the breathtaking view of Nickajack Lake and the surrounding Mountains from your back porch! The open floor plan welcomes you in and radiates with natural light from the outdoors. The dedicated dining area brings warmth to the space, and flows into a living room that boasts expansive windows to encapsulate the stunning views. It has a chef's dream kitchen with ample cabinet space, a
Emilie Wick Keller Williams Realty
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$490,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,300 Sq Ft
- 1421 Hancock Rd
- New 8 days ago
Welcome to 1421 Hancock Road! If you are looking for enough room for the whole family but all on one level, this home is the one for you. Situated on 2 acres 30 minutes from downtown Chattanooga and 10 minutes from Downtown Jasper this home is a true hidden gem.When you enter into the home you are greeted by an open concept floor plan. Dinning can be found to your right, right off of the entry
Dexter Gouger Keller Williams Realty
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,090
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,681
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,319
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.7%
College Graduates
6.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.4%
% Population in Labor Force
51.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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