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Located in northwestern Tennessee, Weakley County covers about 582 sq mi and is home to approximately 32,900 residents as of 2020, with county seat Dresden and the University of Tennessee at Martin located in Martin.
Median property value (2023): ~$136,300—nearly half the national average—up 10.7% from 2022.
Current average home value: around $183,184, an increase of ~3.7% year-over-year.
Median sale price (May 2025): ~$215,000—up 7.5% YoY—with ~45 days on market.
Listing activity: ~114 active listings, with a median list price around $199,000–$222,500; inventory trending upward.
Population predominantly White (85%) with smaller Black/African American (8%) and Hispanic (3%) communities .
Homeownership: 66.4%—similar to national averages.
Median household income: ~$49,500; poverty rate high (~19%) but decreasing .
Centered around Martin (population ~10,800), with additional towns including Dresden, Gleason, and McKenzie.
Economy: Focused on education (UT Martin), manufacturing, health care, and agriculture; average commute is short (~20 minutes) .
Education & Culture: Served by Weakley County Schools; vibrant college town spirit around UT Martin.
Affordable housing: Median price near $136K makes it accessible for first-time buyers or downsizing seniors.
Stable appreciation: Recent years have shown steady growth in home values (~+7–11%).
Strong rental market: Average rent around $942/month supports landlord opportunities.
Small-town lifestyle: Ideal for buyers seeking close communities coupled with UTM’s cultural and economic influence.
Market dynamics: Homes typically sell in 45 days, signaling a balanced yet reliable local market.
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