Hamilton County property record for 1609 John Ross Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37412
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 759 sqft · built 1940 |
| Lot Size | 0.297 acres (12,963 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $89,000 (May 2015) |
| Tax Bill | $687 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Nov 2024 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 168K M 014 |
| Primary APN | 168K M 014 |
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| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 759 sqft Living Area |
| Year Built | Built 1940 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1980 |
| Exterior Material | Wood Shingle |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Roof Type | Gable/Hip |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 12,963 sqft (0.297 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 140 ft deep x 92.4 ft wide |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Heating System | Central |
| Sewer | Connected |
| Account Number | 0000111272 |
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| Street Address | 1609 JOHN ROSS RD |
| City | CHATTANOOGA |
| State | TN |
| Zip | 37412-1435 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | UR |
| Legal Description | LOT 28 J H BROTBECKS ADDN TO CRESTWOOD HGTS PB 18 PG 5 |
| Legal Subdivision | BROTBECKS J H ADDN |
| Legal Lot Number | 28 |
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON TN |
| Township / Civil Division | 8 |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1016 |
| Census Tract | 11800 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park listed 1966 · 859 contributing resources · NRIS 66000274 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
1609 John Ross Rd is owned and occupied by an individual who acquired it in November 2024.
Source: Hamilton County records, as of December 31, 2025
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Co-owner | 2 Co-owners on File |
| Mailing Address | 1609 JOHN ROSS RD, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37412-1435 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | 4 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 27, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 27, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 24, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 0000000231 |
| Deed Book / Page | 010476 / 000956 |
| Last Transfer Date | Nov 12, 2024 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000000331 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON TN |
| Recording Date | Nov 12, 2024 |
| Property Address | 1609 JOHN ROSS RD, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37412-1435 |
| Document Number | 0000000331 |
| Book / Page | 13759 / 499 |
| Map Reference | MB 18 PG 5 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 4, 2024 |
| Instrument | 2024111200331 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 1609 JOHN ROSS RD, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37412-1435 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 1609 John Ross Rd was $687, up 21.2% from the year before.
Source: Hamilton County assessment roll, as of May 20, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Hamilton County |
| Municipality | East Ridge City |
| Unified School District | Hamilton County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $687.00 (+21.16%) | $45,350 (+78.9%) | $181,400 (+78.9%) Land $50,000 Building $131,400 |
| 2024 | $567.00 (-36.51%) | $25,350 (-) | $101,400 (-) Land $40,000 Building $61,400 |
| 2023 | $893.00 | $25,350 (-) | $101,400 (-) Land $40,000 Building $61,400 |
| 2022 | $893.00 | $25,350 | $101,400 Land $40,000 Building $61,400 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 1609 John Ross Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 30, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1609 John Ross Rd is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 96% of the US · lower than 96% of Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER private · serves 207,046 people · EPA ID TN0000107 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2025 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 336 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| EPB Fiber | 100,000 / 100,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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