Buy Near Southern: an interactive map of Collegedale and Ooltewah neighborhood homes for sale

Tax rates are about 1/3 lower for homes in Hamilton and Bradley Counties than they are within the city limits of Collegedale. Use the chart below to estimate the tax rates of the local area.

*Some specific areas of Bradley County have a very small fire district assessment for fire-department coverage.
** The tax appraised value is often times far different from the market value.
*** Tax rates in Tennessee are assessed against a property at 25% of the residential property tax appraisal value. In Georgia it is at 40% of the tax appraisal value.
**** All figures are for information purposes only and should not be relied upon for any important financial decisions. Verify all rates with the appropriate city or county assessor and be aware that all tax rates are subject to change. These are figures for 2010

You will also need to ensure that you are eligible for and can afford second home insurance and any policies related to having tenants in your property. A comprehensive landlord policy not only covers you for property loss and liability but should also include coverage for lost rental income, legal fees and damages. Be sure to inform your tenants that they need to have their own insurance to cover their personal property. Below is a table giving estimates of current insurance fees.