North Knox County
Homes and Land for Sale in Corryton, TN
Acreage and quiet north-county living, still inside Knox County schools and a reasonable drive from the city.
- The Abbott Mary Team at Capstone Realty Group
- 865-363-1791
- 315 Ebenezer Rd SW, Knoxville, TN 37923
- Knox · Blount · Loudon · Anderson · Sevier counties
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Living in Corryton
What It Is Like to Live in Corryton
Corryton is the rural end of Knox County - rolling land, larger parcels, and a genuine country setting without leaving the county or its school system.
Buyers here are usually after one of two things: acreage they cannot get closer in, or a price per square foot that does not exist on the west side. Often both.
Because much of the area is on septic and well rather than public utilities, due diligence looks different here than in a subdivision. That is manageable, but it is not optional.
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At a glance
Corryton at a Glance
| County | Knox County - unincorporated |
| Major routes | Tazewell Pike, Emory Rd, Washington Pike, Rutledge Pike |
| Schools | Gibbs High, Gibbs Middle, Corryton and Gibbs elementary |
| Character | Rural, acreage, septic and well common |
Median price and days on market move every month, so we have deliberately left them out rather than post a number that goes stale. Ask us for this month’s Corryton figures and we will send the current MLS data.
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Where to look
Neighborhoods and Areas in Corryton
A starting map of Corryton. Which of these fits depends on your budget, your commute, and how much land you want.
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Practical detail
Schools and Getting Around
Schools in Corryton
Corryton is served by the Gibbs schools - Gibbs High, Gibbs Middle, and Corryton or Gibbs Elementary depending on address. The Gibbs community is tight-knit and a genuine draw for families moving to this part of the county.
Commute and access
Downtown Knoxville is roughly 25 to 30 minutes. I-75 access via Raccoon Valley Road opens up the region. This is a real commute, and it is the honest trade for the land and the price.
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Straight answers
Corryton Real Estate: Frequently Asked Questions
What should I check before buying land in Corryton?
Perc test results for septic feasibility, whether public water is available or a well is required, road frontage and legal access, utility runs and what it would cost to extend them, and any easements or restrictions on the deed.
Is Corryton in Knox County Schools?
Yes. Corryton is unincorporated Knox County and students attend Knox County Schools, generally the Gibbs sequence.
How far is Corryton from Knoxville?
About 25 to 30 minutes to downtown depending on route and time of day. Emory Road and Tazewell Pike are the main arteries, with I-75 reachable via Raccoon Valley.
Are most Corryton homes on septic?
Many are, and wells are common as well. That affects your inspection list - add a septic evaluation and water testing - and it affects financing on some loan types.
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Nearby
Communities Close to Corryton
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