West View Home for Rent

West View in Knoxville is a suburban neighborhood located about 3 miles from Downtown Knoxville, offering residents quick access to the city via nearby highways such as Interstate 40, Tennessee State Route 169, and U.S. Route 129. The area features a mix of early to mid-20th century homes and new constructions, with common home styles including traditional bungalows, ranch-style dwellings, and Craftsman homes with covered front porches and brick foundations. The neighborhood is served by Knox County Public Schools, with Bearden Middle School and West High School both receiving high ratings. West View is bordered by major thoroughfares, providing convenient transportation options, including bus stops operated by Knoxville Area Transit along Middlebrook Pike and Western Avenue. The neighborhood includes a number of industrial warehouses and commercial suppliers, adding a practical aspect to the residential area. Local amenities include Food City and Dollar General for grocery and household shopping, and dining options like Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken and Sunspot, a popular brunch spot near the University of Tennessee. West View Park, centrally located within the neighborhood, offers over five acres of open space, picnic shelters, a playground, and a paved greenway frequented by joggers and bikers. The park also features Knoxville’s first Storybook Trail, thanks to the public library. For sports enthusiasts, the nearby Sansom Sports Complex provides fields for soccer, lacrosse, and football. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families and individuals seeking a suburban lifestyle with easy city access.