Loudon County
Homes for Sale in Lenoir City, TN
Lake living on Fort Loudoun and Tellico, with Loudon County tax rates and a straight shot up I-75 to Knoxville.
- 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 Lenoir City
What It Is Like to Live in Lenoir City
Lenoir City sits where Fort Loudoun Lake and the Tellico Reservoir meet, which makes it the most accessible lake market in the metro. Waterfront, water-view, and water-access property are all genuinely available here rather than theoretical.
The other draw is Loudon County. Property tax rates and overall cost of living run below Knox County, which is a meaningful part of why retirees and relocation buyers keep choosing this side.
Housing is broad - older homes in town, lake communities like Tellico Village nearby, subdivision construction, and acreage as you move away from the water.
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At a glance
Lenoir City at a Glance
| County | Loudon County - City of Lenoir City |
| Major routes | I-75, US-321, Hwy 11, Simpson Rd |
| Schools | Lenoir City Schools in the city, Loudon County Schools outside |
| Character | Lake access, lower tax rates, mixed housing |
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 Lenoir City figures and we will send the current MLS data.
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Where to look
Neighborhoods and Areas in Lenoir City
A starting map of Lenoir City. Which of these fits depends on your budget, your commute, and how much land you want.
- Lenoir City properIn-town housing, walkable to services
- Tellico VillageLarge planned lake community with amenities
- Rarity BayWaterfront and golf community
- Fort Loudoun shorelineWater-access and waterfront property
- Highway 321 corridorNewer subdivision construction
- Greenback sideRural acreage toward the county line
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Practical detail
Schools and Getting Around
Schools in Lenoir City
Lenoir City has its own city school system serving addresses inside the city limits, while Loudon County Schools serves the surrounding area. Two systems, two boundaries - verify which applies to the address.
Commute and access
Downtown Knoxville is roughly 30 minutes up I-75. West Knoxville and Turkey Creek are about 20. The interstate access is what makes lake living here practical for people still working in Knox County.
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Straight answers
Lenoir City Real Estate: Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before buying lakefront in Lenoir City?
Confirm whether the shoreline is TVA-controlled and what that permits, check dock permits and whether they transfer, review flood zone and insurance costs, and understand the difference between waterfront, water-view, and water-access - the price gap is large.
Are property taxes lower in Loudon County?
Loudon County rates have generally run below Knox County, which is part of the appeal. Rates change, so get the current figure for the specific parcel rather than relying on a general statement.
How far is Lenoir City from Knoxville?
About 30 minutes to downtown Knoxville via I-75, and roughly 20 minutes to West Knoxville and the Turkey Creek retail area.
What is Tellico Village?
A large planned lake community near Lenoir City with golf, marinas, and an active social calendar. It is popular with retirees and has its own property owners association and fee structure worth reviewing carefully.
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Nearby
Communities Close to Lenoir City
- FarragutTop-rated schools, newer construction, and the strongest resale in Knox
- KnoxvilleThe full city market, from the historic north side to the newer subdivis
- MaryvilleBlount County schools, a genuine downtown, and the Smokies twenty-five m
- All communitiesEvery area we cover across East Tennessee
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