Why Live in Fort Sanders
Fort Sanders in Knoxville is a vibrant urban neighborhood next to the University of Tennessee campus, making it popular among college students. The area features a mix of multi-family properties, including apartment complexes and condo units, with a few single-family homes showcasing Victorian-era architecture. Cumberland Avenue, known as "The Strip," is a bustling commercial area with dive bars, restaurants, and shops like Cool Beans Bar and Grill, The Half Barrel, and Sunspot. For shopping, the nearby University Commons mall offers a Publix Supermarket and the University of Tennessee Volshop.
Local attractions include World’s Fair Park, which hosts live shows and concerts, and the iconic Sunsphere with its 360-degree observation deck. The neighborhood is also bordered by the Three Rivers Rambler railway, providing scenic rides along the Tennessee River. Fort Sanders is well-connected with bus services from Knoxville Area Transit and the University of Tennessee, and it is a walkable area with well-maintained sidewalks.
For outdoor activities, residents can enjoy James Agee Park and the Greenway Trail System along the Tennessee River. Families have access to highly rated schools in the Knox County Schools district, including Beaumont Magnet Academy and L&N STEM Academy. The neighborhood is also home to East Tennessee Children's Hospital and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Sanders a good place to live?
Fort Sanders is a good place to live. Fort Sanders is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Fort Sanders is a suburban neighborhood. Fort Sanders has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 26.9 people per acre and a median age of 26. The average household income is $25,939 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 43.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Fort Sanders are renters, with 96.1% of residents renting and 3.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fort Sanders can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fort Sanders neighborhood guide.
Is Fort Sanders, TN a safe neighborhood?
Fort Sanders, TN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fort Sanders?
The median home price in Fort Sanders is $399,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $85K a year to afford the median home price in Fort Sanders. The average household income in Fort Sanders is $26K.
What are the best public schools in Fort Sanders?
The best public schools that serve Fort Sanders are:
- L & N STEM Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
- West High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Beaumont Magnet Academy has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Fort Sanders?
The best private schools that serve Fort Sanders are:
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Home Trends in Fort Sanders, TN
On average, homes in Fort Sanders, Knoxville sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Sanders, Knoxville over the last 12 months is $430,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$430,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$790,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,125,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$280,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$214,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$483
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%