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Clinton

Clinton

Located in Anderson County

$375,779 Average Value
$204 Average Price per Sq Ft
77 Homes For Sale

Clinton offers a small-town lifestyle not far from Knoxville

In the small, slow-paced city of Clinton, the high school football stadium is the place to be on Friday nights. It’s a blue-collar community with a strong manufacturing industry, and it's close enough to major employers in Oak Ridge and Knoxville that commuting out of town is easy as well. Clinton’s historic downtown is known for antiquing and annual events, like the twice-annual Clinch River Antique Festival and the Clinton Christmas Parade. Residents also enjoy proximity to Aspire Park, a new 370-acre gem with tons of outdoor recreational amenities, as well as several state parks in the surrounding Anderson County.

Clinton is the county seat of Anderson County.
Clinton is the county seat of Anderson County.
Historic downtown Clinton has antique shops and more.
Historic downtown Clinton has antique shops and more.
The Clinton High School Dragons football field.
The Clinton High School Dragons football field.
Find all sorts of treasures in downtown Clinton's antique stores.
Find all sorts of treasures in downtown Clinton's antique stores.
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Clinton is buyer-friendly, with a lower median price than Knoxville

The median sale price for single-family homes in Clinton is just over $340,000, roughly $55,000 lower than Knoxville’s median. Westwood Estates and Mariner Point, two highly sought-after neighborhoods in town, feature a mix of Colonial Revivals, New Traditionals and ranch-style homes. Prices in those areas start in the upper $200,000s and can reach the upper $600,000s.

Less than half of residents rent here. “The rental market in this whole area is tight, so I would say it’s more owner-friendly,” says Realtor Monica Austin Carroll of Keller Williams, a longtime local with about a decade of real estate experience. “We are starting to see a little boom in housing development. Knoxville is just bursting at the seams, so people are starting to move to the outer rings.”

Cape Cods are common housing styles in Clinton.
Cape Cods are common housing styles in Clinton.
Craftsman cottages are common in Clinton.
Craftsman cottages are common in Clinton.
Midcentury ranch-styles line shady streets in Clinton.
Midcentury ranch-styles line shady streets in Clinton.
Modern farmhouse-style new construction fills developments near the Clinch River.
Modern farmhouse-style new construction fills developments near the Clinch River.
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Aspire Park, other outdoor recreation highlights in and around Clinton

Aspire Park, which opened in 2024, is the latest addition to Clinton’s recreation scene. “It’s a huge plus for our community. And a local Clintonian funded and built it,” Austin Carroll says. Aspire has a playground, a dog park, a wildflower meadow and miles of trails. At 370 acres, it’s the largest private park in the Southeast that’s free and open to the public. The Anderson County Fairgrounds, the Clinton Community Center and four municipal parks round out the in-town recreational options.

Lone Mountain State Forest and Frozen Head State Park are within about 30 miles of Clinton. Little Ponderosa Zoo & Rescue, Anderson County Park, Big Ridge State Park and Norris Dam State Park are all less than 20 miles away.

Shopping, events and more things to do in historic downtown Clinton

Main and Market streets in historic downtown Clinton are lined with municipal buildings, antique stores, boutiques and restaurants. Hoskins Drug Store has been around since 1930. "It's like your hometown pharmacy you would see in The Andy Griffith Show," says Realtor Victoria Melhorn of Realty Executives Associates, who’s lived in Clinton since 2015. "People love going there. You're going to have your regulars that sit at the counter at 5 a.m. and read the paper and talk about the fishing." Hoskins is near the county courthouse and the Ritz Theater, which shows first-run movies and hosts small events, like gospel singing and receptions.

Several big events are held downtown each year, including:

  • The Clinch River Antique Festival, held in the spring and fall, hosts antique dealers, food vendors and live music
  • The Mosaic Arts Festival features fine art vendors and kid-friendly crafts
  • The Holiday Market & Cookie Crawl vendor fair
  • The Clinton Christmas Parade

Clinton offers manufacturing careers and proximity to medical centers

Austin Carroll says many folks work at one of the nearby manufacturing plants on JDYarnell Industrial Parkway. Some of the top employers in the area include:

  • Grand Steel
  • Southeastern Stainless
  • Keating Machine Inc.
  • McKamey Electric
  • Shawmut Advanced MaterialsHealth care is also a top industry in Anderson County. Clinton is about 10 miles from Covenant Health’s Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, and a little over 16 miles from Tennova Healthcare’s North Knoxville Medical Center in

Public transportation options in Clinton and commuting to Knoxville

The East Tennessee Human Resource Agency provides dial-a-ride transportation services to Anderson County. Knoxville is roughly 20 miles southeast via either Interstate 75 or U.S. Route 25W. On weekdays, the drive takes about half an hour regardless of the route. “Knoxville is so small, so all the little surrounding areas are just a hop, skip and a jump away,” says Melissa Nelson, team lead of the Knox Connect Property Group under Realty Executives.

Highly rated Clinton and Anderson County public school districts

“On Friday nights, the community comes out and supports the football team. And kids still walk to school here,” Austin Carroll says. Clinton is zoned to the Clinton City Schools system and the Anderson County School District, both of which are highly rated. The Clinton City Schools district has three schools, each serving kindergarten through sixth grade, and allows transfers by application. ACSD, which has nearly 20 schools, also allows transfers by application. The larger district's Clinton High School became the first public high school in the South to desegregate in 1956. The Green McAdoo Cultural Center pays homage to the group of African American students who integrated the school, known as the Clinton 12.

Clinton Elementary School
Clinton Elementary School
Clinton Middle School
Clinton Middle School
Clinton High School
Clinton High School
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
7,761
Number of Homes for Sale
77
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,968
On par with the national average
1,931
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,288
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,117

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 2PM - 4PM

    606 Eagle Bend Rd, Clinton, TN 37716

    $489,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,150 Sq Ft
    • 606 Eagle Bend Rd

    If you've been waiting for the right home in this price range, this is your opportunity. This 2020-built, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers modern features, flexible space, and a convenient location just minutes from Oak Ridge--now priced to move. Inside, you'll find an open-concept layout with cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light, and a dual-sided gas fireplace that creates a warm, inviting

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    Amy Evans
    Realty One Group Anthem
    (865) 302-3506
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    435 Sherwood Estates Cir, Clinton, TN 37716

    $347,700

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,112 Sq Ft
    • 435 Sherwood Estates Cir
    • New 30 days ago

    Welcome to this charming four-bedroom, two-bathroom home nestled in the serene Sherwood Estates Subdivision. Ideally located with convenient access to Oak Ridge, Clinton, Powell, and West Knoxville, properties in this quiet neighborhood seldom become available. The main level features three bedrooms and a full bathroom. Equipped with all stainless appliances, the kitchen offers ample space to

    Stephanie Benson Realty Executives Associates on the Square

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    111 Tradewind St, Clinton, TN 37716

    $695,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 4,453 Sq Ft
    • 111 Tradewind St
    • New 2 days ago

    Move in ready, basement ranch with vaulted ceilings and eat in sunroom / Florida room. Screened in porch and main bedroom on main floor. Basement work room and game room. Detached garage with outside entry and covered breezeway takes you to the swimming pool and outdoor play area. Floor to ceiling cabinets in kitchen, new roof installed 2026 on house and detached garage, HVAC around 9 years old,

    Julia Hurley Just Homes Group

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Neighborhoods in Clinton

Property Mix - Square Feet

Clinton Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
8
Median Rent
$2,087
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,803
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,448
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,075
Median Condo Rent
$1,550
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,550

Demographics

Total Population
10,322
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,772
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$70,065

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
15.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
% Population in Labor Force
55.2%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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