Knox · Blount · Loudon · Anderson · Sevier
Homes for Sale in Knoxville, TN
Search current Knoxville listings and get honest guidance on what your budget actually buys in each part of town.
- 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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Market conditions
What the Knoxville Housing Market Looks Like Right Now
Knoxville has been one of the fastest-appreciating mid-size markets in the Southeast, driven by relocation from higher-cost states, the University of Tennessee, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and a steady regional employment base. That demand has kept inventory tighter than the national average.
What that means practically: well-priced, move-in-ready homes in strong school zones still draw multiple offers within days, while dated properties, unusual floor plans, and anything above roughly $700,000 sit longer and give buyers real leverage. Two homes a mile apart can be in completely different micro-markets.
Our job is to tell you which one you are in before you write an offer. Reach out and we will send a live snapshot of inventory, median price, and days on market for your target area.
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Search by budget
Knoxville Homes for Sale by Price Range
These bands shift with the market. Ask us for current numbers before you set your budget — a $400,000 pre-approval buys noticeably different homes in Farragut than it does in Halls.
| Price range | What that buys in Knoxville | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Under $250,000 | Two- and three-bedroom homes built mid-century or earlier, condos, townhomes, and properties that need cosmetic or systems work. Investor competition is real in this band. | North Knoxville, East Knoxville, Inskip, Lonsdale, Fountain City |
| $250,000 – $400,000 | The center of the Knoxville market. Move-in-ready three-bedroom homes, well-kept ranches, and entry-level new construction. Moves fastest. | Powell, Halls, Karns, South Knoxville, Corryton, Clinton |
| $400,000 – $650,000 | Larger family homes with garages and bonus rooms, stronger school zones, newer subdivisions, and light acreage. | Hardin Valley, Farragut, West Hills, Bearden, Maryville, Alcoa |
| $650,000 – $1M | Executive and custom homes, larger lots, premium finishes, and near-lake property. | Concord, Westmoreland, Rocky Hill, Choto, Louisville |
| $1M and above | Luxury, historic, lakefront, and estate acreage. Smaller buyer pool and longer marketing timelines. | Sequoyah Hills, Lyons Bend, Fort Loudoun and Tellico lakefront |
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Search by area
Homes for Sale by Knoxville Neighborhood
Knoxville is a collection of distinct neighborhoods, not one uniform market. Where you buy affects your commute, your school zone, your property taxes, and how your home resells.
- KnoxvilleCity-wide inventory, urban core to west side
- FarragutTop-rated schools, newer builds, premium pricing
- Hardin ValleyNew construction and fast growth
- BeardenEstablished West Knoxville, walkable pockets
- West HillsMature neighborhoods, mid-century homes
- HallsMore house per dollar north of the city
- PowellEstablished streets, quick I-75 commute
- KarnsValue pricing with West Knox convenience
- South KnoxvilleUrban Wilderness access, rising demand
- Fountain CityCharacter homes and strong community feel
- MaryvilleBlount County schools, Smokies at the door
- Oak RidgeStrong value and a stable employment base
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Search by property type
Types of Knoxville Property We Help Clients Buy
Single-family homes
The bulk of Knoxville inventory. Ranches, split-levels, two-story traditionals, and new construction across every price band and school zone.
Condos and townhomes
Lower maintenance living concentrated in West Knoxville, downtown, and near campus. Watch HOA dues, reserve health, and lender approval on the association.
New construction
Heavy activity in Hardin Valley, Farragut, Powell, and Blount County. Bring your own representation to the builder’s sales office — their agent works for them.
Land and acreage
Homesites and small farms in Corryton, Seymour, Loudon, and Anderson County. Perc tests, utility access, and road frontage decide value here.
Lake and mountain property
Fort Loudoun, Tellico, Norris, and Douglas lakefront plus cabins toward Sevierville and Gatlinburg, including short-term rental candidates.
Investment property
Long-term rentals in Knoxville’s core, student-adjacent housing, and value-add flips. We underwrite with real repair numbers and real rents.
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How to search
How to Search Knoxville Listings Without Wasting Months
Get pre-approved first, not last
A full pre-approval from a local lender tells you your real number and makes your offer credible. Portal affordability calculators are not pre-approvals, and sellers here know the difference.
Separate must-haves from nice-to-haves
School zone, commute time, and lot are permanent. Countertops, paint, and flooring are not. Buyers who confuse the two overpay for finishes and settle for the wrong location.
Set up MLS alerts, not portal alerts
Third-party sites lag the local MLS and carry stale or sold listings. We set you up on direct feeds so you see new inventory the day it lists.
Tour with a plan
Three to five well-chosen homes in one afternoon beats twenty scattered showings. We screen out the ones that photograph better than they live.
Be ready to move on the right one
Good homes in strong Knoxville school zones can go under contract in under a week. Having lender, earnest money, and inspector lined up in advance is what lets you act instead of react.
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Straight answers
Homes for Sale in Knoxville: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a house cost in Knoxville, TN?
Knox County median sale prices have run in the mid-$300,000s in recent years, with meaningful variation by area — Farragut and Hardin Valley trade well above the county median while North and East Knoxville trade below it. We can send current figures for the neighborhoods you are considering.
What is the best neighborhood in Knoxville to buy a home?
It depends entirely on what you are optimizing for. Farragut and Hardin Valley for schools and newer construction, Bearden and Sequoyah Hills for established West Knoxville character, Halls and Powell for value with a reasonable commute, South Knoxville for outdoor access and appreciation potential, Maryville for Blount County schools.
How much are property taxes in Knoxville?
Property tax in Knox County is assessed at 25 percent of appraised value for residential property, then multiplied by the county rate, with an additional city rate inside Knoxville city limits. Homes just outside city limits often carry a noticeably lower total bill.
Are there still new construction homes available in Knoxville?
Yes, with active development in Hardin Valley, Farragut, Powell, Karns, and throughout Blount and Loudon counties. Bring your own agent to the first visit — the on-site sales representative works for the builder, and builder contracts are written to favor the builder.
How fast do homes sell in Knoxville?
Well-priced homes under roughly $400,000 in desirable zones frequently go under contract within one to two weeks. Higher price points and homes needing work often sit 60 days or longer, which is exactly where buyers find negotiating room.
Can I buy a home in Knoxville from out of state?
Yes. We do this regularly with video walkthroughs, detailed neighborhood orientation, local lender introductions, and remote or mail-away closings. Many of our relocation clients buy before ever setting foot in the house.
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See Knoxville Homes Before Everyone Else Does
Tell us your price range, school zone, and must-haves. We will set you up on direct MLS alerts and flag the listings actually worth your Saturday.