Tennessee’s housing market tells a vivid story—and the Zillow Home Value Index helps map it out. As of 2025, home values in certain towns have soared, reflecting not just demand, but deeper shifts in where people want to live and why. From scenic suburbs to fast-growing communities, these 18 towns top the state’s price rankings. Each one reveals something different about what’s shaping Tennessee real estate right now.
18. Ridgeside – 5.33% Home Price Increase Since 2024
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- 2024: $521,933
- 2025: $549,761 (+$27,829, +5.33% from previous year)
Despite limited historical data, Ridgeside’s most recent figures show an increase in home values, rising 5.33% from 2024 to 2025. With a current median home price of $549,761, this small city is showing signs of steady demand and growth, even without a deep record of earlier years.
Ridgeside – A Quiet City With Big Value
Located in Hamilton County and entirely surrounded by Chattanooga, Ridgeside is one of Tennessee’s smallest incorporated cities. Its exclusivity is part of its appeal. With just a few hundred residents, the area is known for tree-lined streets and mid-century homes with large lots.
The limited housing stock and proximity to Chattanooga’s amenities help maintain high home values. While small in footprint, Ridgeside offers privacy and charm that’s become increasingly attractive in recent years, especially as more buyers seek peaceful neighborhoods within commuting distance of larger cities.
17. Rossville – 96.81% Home Price Increase Since 2010
- 2010: $285,531
- 2011: $277,843 (-$7,688, -2.69% from previous year)
- 2012: $280,515 (+$2,672, +0.96% from previous year)
- 2013: $289,388 (+$8,872, +3.16% from previous year)
- 2014: $295,769 (+$6,382, +2.21% from previous year)
- 2015: $305,542 (+$9,772, +3.30% from previous year)
- 2016: $321,479 (+$15,938, +5.22% from previous year)
- 2017: $333,185 (+$11,706, +3.64% from previous year)
- 2018: $347,109 (+$13,924, +4.18% from previous year)
- 2019: $368,976 (+$21,867, +6.30% from previous year)
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- 2021: $430,936
- 2022: $519,245 (+$88,310, +20.49% from previous year)
- 2023: $535,891 (+$16,646, +3.21% from previous year)
- 2024: $554,363 (+$18,471, +3.45% from previous year)
- 2025: $562,155 (+$7,792, +1.41% from previous year)
Rossville’s home prices have nearly doubled since 2010, showing a 96.81% increase over 15 years. Growth has been especially strong since 2021, with double-digit annual gains in 2021 and 2022. Though the pace has slowed slightly, the town continues to command solid appreciation.
Rossville – Growing Appeal Near Memphis
Situated in Fayette County, just east of Memphis, Rossville offers a more rural alternative to the city’s suburbs. Its home prices reflect growing demand from buyers looking for space, peace, and relative affordability within driving distance of Memphis jobs.
Rossville’s development has picked up in recent years thanks to new residential communities and infrastructure improvements. While still small, its appeal lies in its access to nature, expanding amenities, and a lifestyle that blends rural charm with suburban convenience. Buyers priced out of Memphis often consider Rossville for its value and livability.
16. Hickory Withe – 96.49% Home Price Increase Since 2010
- 2010: $287,286
- 2011: $282,206 (-$5,079, -1.77% from previous year)
- 2012: $284,626 (+$2,420, +0.86% from previous year)
- 2013: $291,375 (+$6,748, +2.37% from previous year)
- 2014: $302,165 (+$10,790, +3.70% from previous year)
- 2015: $315,710 (+$13,545, +4.48% from previous year)
- 2016: $327,500 (+$11,790, +3.73% from previous year)
- 2017: $340,546 (+$13,046, +3.98% from previous year)
- 2018: $358,312 (+$17,766, +5.22% from previous year)
- 2019: $387,535 (+$29,222, +8.16% from previous year)
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- 2021: $453,261
- 2022: $524,318 (+$71,057, +15.68% from previous year)
- 2023: $526,045 (+$1,727, +0.33% from previous year)
- 2024: $553,475 (+$27,430, +5.21% from previous year)
- 2025: $564,385 (+$10,910, +1.97% from previous year)
Hickory Withe’s home prices have increased by nearly 97% since 2010, with gains accelerating sharply from 2021 onward. Though 2023 was relatively flat, the town rebounded in 2024 and 2025 with continued price strength, ending at $564,385.
Hickory Withe – Steady Growth in a Rural Corner
Hickory Withe is an unincorporated community in Fayette County, known for its large lots and quiet, residential feel. As suburban growth spreads eastward from Memphis, Hickory Withe has seen increasing interest from homebuyers seeking tranquility without sacrificing proximity to the city…