// LEARN THE AREA
East Tennessee, decoded.
The neighborhoods, school districts, commute times, and market realities that Zillow won't tell you — organized for buyers who are actually serious.
// NEIGHBORHOOD EXPLORER
Find where you belong.
Every part of East Tennessee has its own personality. Here's what you need to know before you start searching.
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West Knoxville
Knox County
Polished suburban living. Great restaurants, top schools, walkable commercial corridors — and Kingston Pike traffic.
$475,000
Median Price
75 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Farragut
Knox County
The gold standard for East Tennessee schools. Newer construction, safe streets, and a strong sense of community.
$525,000
Median Price
62 days
Avg. Days on Market
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North Knoxville
Knox County
Old homes, new energy. The urban revival is real — and the prices are still catching up.
$285,000
Median Price
88 days
Avg. Days on Market
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South Knoxville
Knox County
Overlooked and underpriced. River views, trail access, and a neighborhood character that's genuinely its own.
$295,000
Median Price
82 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Halls / Powell
Knox County
Established and affordable. Long-time residents, good schools, and none of the West Knox price premium.
$310,000
Median Price
91 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Maryville
Blount County
Charming small-town downtown, elite city schools, mountains 30 minutes away. One of East TN's best-kept secrets.
$365,000
Median Price
72 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Alcoa
Blount County
Lower price point, central location, city services. Straightforward value for buyers who don't need the marketing narrative.
$275,000
Median Price
95 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Oak Ridge
Anderson County
A former Manhattan Project city with big wooded lots, a national lab culture, and home prices that haven't caught up with the quality of life.
$285,000
Median Price
78 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Clinton
Anderson County
Rural feel, small town pace, easy I-75 access. For buyers who want affordable and don't need to be close to everything.
$245,000
Median Price
102 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Lenoir City
Loudon County
Lake access, fast growth, commuter-friendly I-75 corridor. One of the best value plays left in the region.
$420,000
Median Price
68 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Sevierville / Gatlinburg Corridor
Sevier County
Tourism country. Short-term rental potential is real here — but verify local ordinances before buying for Airbnb.
$395,000
Median Price
85 days
Avg. Days on Market
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Morristown
Hamblen County
The most affordable market on this list. Northeast Tennessee, lower COL, slower pace.
$225,000
Median Price
110 days
Avg. Days on Market
// COUNTY MARKET DATA
The numbers, by county.
Real MLS data, updated every 15 minutes. Not estimates. Not averages of averages.
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// AREA COMPARISON
Compare two areas, side by side.
Choose any two communities and see exactly how they stack up — price, inventory, pace, and lifestyle.
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West Knoxville
Maryville
$475,000
Median Price
$365,000
1,837
Active Listings
697
75 days
Avg. Days on Market
72 days
$621
Price Per Sq Ft
$488
Top-rated
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Top-rated
20 min
Drive to Downtown
35 min
Suburban
Character
Small-town
Mix of eras
Home Age
Mix of eras
// SCHOOLS & DISTRICTS
Where your kids go to school matters.
East Tennessee has some of Tennessee's highest-rated districts — and a few traps for buyers who don't check. Here's what to know before you make an offer.
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School ratings change. District boundaries shift. Always verify current zoning with the school district before closing. kAIvira uses SchoolDigger data as a starting point — not a guarantee.
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Knox County Schools
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4.0 / 5.0 on SchoolDigger
- check_circle90+ schools district-wide
- check_circleK-12 zoning included
- check_circleFarragut area = highest-rated
- check_circleWide variance by school
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West Knox, Farragut, N. Knoxville, Halls, Powell
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Blount County Schools
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4.0 / 5.0 on SchoolDigger
- check_circleSolid district overall
- check_circleSeparate from Maryville City and Alcoa City
- check_circleCovers most Blount County addresses
- check_circleGood extracurricular programs
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Most Blount County addresses outside city limits
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Maryville City Schools
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5.0 / 5.0 on SchoolDigger
- check_circleSeparate from Blount County Schools
- check_circleTop 5% in Tennessee
- check_circleSmall and tightly-knit
- check_circleOnly homes within Maryville city limits
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Homes within Maryville city limits only
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Anderson County Schools
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3.0 / 5.0 on SchoolDigger
- check_circleMid-tier district
- check_circleCovers Clinton and surrounding areas
- check_circleSolid but not as competitive as Oak Ridge
- check_circleGood vocational programs
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Clinton and surrounding Anderson County
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Oak Ridge City Schools
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5.0 / 5.0 on SchoolDigger
- check_circleIB program available
- check_circleNational lab heritage
- check_circleConsistently top-ranked
- check_circleOnly addresses within Oak Ridge city limits
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Homes within Oak Ridge city limits only
School ratings sourced from SchoolDigger. Ratings reflect aggregate school performance data. Verify zoning at knoxschools.org or your county district website.
// COMMUTE TIMES
How far is everything?
Drive times from the center of each area to Knoxville's major employment and activity hubs. Based on average conditions, not Sunday morning traffic.
| Area | Downtown Knoxville | University of TN | Oak Ridge NL / DOE | McGhee Tyson Airport | I-40/I-75 Access |
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| West Knoxville | 20 min | 18 min | 35 min | 20 min | 5 min |
| Farragut | 25 min | 22 min | 30 min | 15 min | 3 min |
| North Knoxville | 12 min | 10 min | 40 min | 28 min | 8 min |
| South Knoxville | 10 min | 8 min | 45 min | 30 min | 10 min |
| Maryville | 35 min | 30 min | 38 min | 10 min | 12 min |
| Oak Ridge | 35 min | 30 min | 5 min | 35 min | 15 min |
| Lenoir City | 30 min | 28 min | 32 min | 18 min | 2 min |
Drive times are estimates based on typical weekday conditions. Traffic on I-40 and Kingston Pike varies significantly during peak hours.
// LIFESTYLE PROFILES
The vibe check.
Hard data only goes so far. Here's the honest character of each major area.
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Polished suburban living
Walkable commercial corridors. Top-tier schools. Good restaurants. Expect traffic on Kingston Pike during rush hour.
Best for
Families with kids, remote workers who want space, buyers from large metros
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Urban energy with Appalachian roots
Old Fourth Ward and South Knox waterfront district are revitalizing fast. Cheap relative to the rest of Knox County — for now.
Best for
Young buyers, artists, investors, buyers priced out of West Knox
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True small-town feel
Downtown Maryville is charming. The Great Smoky Mountains are 30 minutes away. Low crime, quiet streets, elite schools.
Best for
Families, retirees, nature-focused buyers, buyers relocating from the Southeast
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The world's most interesting suburb
Former Manhattan Project city with a walkable downtown, international community, national lab culture, and massive wooded lots.
Best for
STEM professionals, DOE/ORNL employees, buyers who want something genuinely different
// EAST TENNESSEE
Why people keep moving here.
East Tennessee isn't just affordable. It's one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States — and buyers who got here first are watching their equity grow.
#7
Fastest-growing mid-size metros in the U.S.
Knoxville MSA, U.S. Census Bureau
+18%
Median home price increase
Knox County, 2021–2024
$350K
Median home price
East Tennessee 5-county region, 2026
30%
Below national average
Tennessee's overall cost of living index
0%
State income tax
Tennessee eliminated income tax in 2022
2.4M
Great Smoky Mountains visitors
Per year — top-visited national park in the U.S.
// RELOCATION GUIDE
Moving to East Tennessee?
Where you should live depends on why you're moving. Here's a starting point based on the most common buyer profiles we see.
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The Remote Worker
You need fast internet, a home office, and access to nature when you close your laptop. You don't need a commute.
Best areas
West KnoxvilleSouth KnoxMaryville
Watch out: Fiber internet coverage varies by street — always verify before offering. Many rural East TN addresses are still on DSL.
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The Young Family
Schools matter. Space matters. You want a yard, a good elementary school, and a neighborhood where kids can actually be outside.
Best areas
FarragutMaryville City SchoolsWest Knoxville
Watch out: Verify exact school zoning on your target address — being one street outside a boundary is the most common surprise buyers face.
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The Retiree or Downsizer
You want low maintenance, beauty, and the ability to leave for three months without worrying. East Tennessee delivers on all three.
Best areas
MaryvilleLenoir CityWest Knoxville
Watch out: Tennessee has no state income tax and low property taxes — this is a significant retirement advantage.
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The First-Time Buyer
You want to stop renting and start building equity. Your budget is real. You need honest guidance, not a filtered Zillow feed.
Best areas
North KnoxvilleClintonOak RidgeAlcoa
Watch out: East Tennessee has some of the best value in the southeastern U.S. for first-time buyers. Get pre-approved before you start searching seriously.
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// COMMON QUESTIONS
Things buyers always ask.
// START SEARCHING
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