Downtown Elizabethton Homes for Sale

Downtown Elizabethton features a blend of commercial and residential areas, with homes dating from the early 1800s to the mid-20th century. The neighborhood showcases Ranch and Cape Cod-style homes, as well as ornate Victorian houses on Hattie Avenue and Riverside Drive. Minimal landscaping and narrow walkways are common, with limited tree coverage allowing for mountain views. As part of the Elizabethton Historic District, the area includes landmarks like Bonnie Kate Theater and Carter County Courthouse. East Elk Avenue, the main corridor, offers various things to do with locally owned businesses such as Duck Crossing Antique Mall and Simple Blessings General Store, along with dining options like The Coffee Company and Dino’s Restaurant. Residents can shop for groceries at Food City or visit the Walmart Supercenter and Lowe’s Home Improvement Store 2 miles northwest. The Carter County Car Club hosts weekly cruise-ins on East Elk Avenue from May to October, and the Independence Day Celebration at Elizabethton Covered Bridge Park is a notable annual event. Harold McCormick Elementary School and T.A. Duggar Junior High School are highly rated. Commuters can access U.S. Route 321 for a 9-mile drive to Johnson City or connect to Interstate 26 for trips to Kingsport and Bristol. The neighborhood is near the Doe and Watauga Rivers, offering water recreation and trails like the Elizabethton Linear Trail at Edwards Island Park.