Why Live in Keystone
Keystone, a neighborhood in Johnson City, offers a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The residential streets feature ranch-style homes, primarily built in the mid-1900s, with some newer constructions from 2008. Keystone is home to several highly rated schools, including Mountain View Elementary School, Indian Trail Middle School, Liberty Bell Middle School, and Science Hill High School, which offers a Work-Based Learning program. The neighborhood has a variety of shopping and dining options along East Main Street, including Dollar Tree, Dollar General, H&H Market of JC, and Penny Man’s Diner. For larger grocery needs, United Grocery Outlet is a mile northeast. Recreational opportunities are abundant with Memorial Park Community Center offering activities for all ages, and the TVA Credit Union Ballpark hosting the Johnson City Doughboys. The Tweetsie Trail, a popular biking path, runs through the neighborhood. Keystone is safer than the national average, with community programs aimed at reducing crime and fostering involvement. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Interstate 26 providing access to northern Johnson City and Kingsport, 23 miles away. Tri-Cities Airport is 17 miles northwest, and Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University are within a 3-mile drive. Public transportation is available through the Johnson City Transit System, with three bus stops in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keystone a good place to live?
Keystone is a good place to live. Keystone is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Keystone has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.2 people per acre and a median age of 31. The average household income is $33,795 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Keystone are renters, with 71.9% of residents renting and 28.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Keystone can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Keystone neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Keystone?
The median home price in Keystone is $267,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $53,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,380 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $59K a year to afford the median home price in Keystone. The average household income in Keystone is $34K.
What are the best public schools in Keystone?
The best public schools that serve Keystone are:
What are the best private schools in Keystone?
The best private schools that serve Keystone are:
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Are home prices dropping in Keystone?
Yes, home prices in Keystone are down 74% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Keystone, TN
On average, homes in Keystone, Johnson City sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Keystone, Johnson City over the last 12 months is $132,000, down 78% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$132,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$262,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$145
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$267,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-78%