Why Live in Telford
Telford in Johnson City, TN, retains its farming heritage with old wooden barns, stables, and backyard chicken coops dotting its narrow residential streets. The community primarily consists of ranch and raised ranch-style homes from the late 1900s and early 21st century, situated on lots averaging just over a half-acre. Larger properties with similar home styles are found on rolling hills and fields, where cows graze and deer roam. Local features include the Telford Ruritan Ball Field, popular for its walking trail, and Persimmon Ridge Park, 5 miles northeast, which offers year-round recreational activities and Wetlands Water Park. Residents also enjoy the trails of Sampson Mountain and visits to Brights Zoo, 4 miles northwest. Dining options include the Telford Diner, known for its comfort food, and Mountain View Restaurant, 4 miles away, famous for its fried catfish and memorabilia. For shopping, Troyer’s Mountain View Country Market provides fresh groceries and seasonal crafts, while nearby Jonesborough and Johnson City offer big-box stores and local boutiques. Old State Route 34 connects Telford to Jonesborough, 6 miles northeast, and Johnson City, 8 miles farther, where the Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University are major employers. Tri-Cities Airport, 20 miles northeast, serves travelers. The neighborhood's schools include Grandview Elementary and David Crockett High School, with the latter known for its annual "Musket Bowl" football game against Daniel Boone High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Telford a good place to live?
Telford is a good place to live. Telford is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Telford is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Telford has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $71,497 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Telford are home owners, with 16.8% of residents renting and 83.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Telford can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Telford neighborhood guide.
Is Telford, TN a safe neighborhood?
Telford, TN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Telford?
The median home price in Telford is $400,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Telford. The average household income in Telford is $71K.
What are the best public schools in Telford?
The best public schools that serve Telford are:
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Are home prices dropping in Telford?
Yes, home prices in Telford are down 84% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Telford, TN
On average, homes in Telford, Johnson City sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Telford, Johnson City over the last 12 months is $400,000, down 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$974,936
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$400,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%