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East Clinton

East Clinton

$396,595 Average Value
$227 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Rural living close to resources on Knoxville’s outskirts

Just north of historic downtown Clinton and less than 20 miles from Knoxville, East Clinton is a rural community spread out along the Clinch River Valley. People here can choose to live near the area’s cluster of shopping and dining, or on the outskirts of Clinton, where life is quiet against the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains. This is a place where rural living requires few sacrifices: highly rated schools and daily necessities are only ever a few miles away. People here are connected, despite the physical distance that separates them, according to Amie Dodson, broker and owner of NextHome Clinch Valley and a nearby resident. “Clinton is very much a ‘Mayberry feel’ town,” Dodson says, referring to the fictional setting of “The Andy Griffith Show.” “There’s a lot of support from the community with kids sports and with the schools. People here are very giving.”
Gorgeous countryside with scenic views in the East Clinton neighborhood.
Gorgeous countryside with scenic views in the East Clinton neighborhood.
East Clinton has numerous home styles to choose from.
East Clinton has numerous home styles to choose from.
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Varied housing styles and plot sizes in East Clinton

East Clinton has homes clustered along State Route 61 and out into a rural landscape awash with oak and cottonwood trees. Some of the area’s Minimal Traditional-style homes date back to 1930s and 40s, though most homes were built in the 1990s and 2000s. These ranch-style builds, Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals are scattered throughout the area. New construction is popping up close to the neighborhood’s commercial strip, where New Traditional homes sit much closer together than in the rural outskirts. Those seeking privacy and room to spread out can find sloping plots of up to 10 acres southeast of Route 61. Otherwise, most people have between a half-acre and a full acre to park recreational vehicles and enjoy uninterrupted stretches of grass. The neighborhood also has a few communities of manufactured homes.

Prices typically range between $200,000 and $500,000, with manufactured homes occupying the lower end. Northwest of Route 61, there are a couple subdivisions of four- and five-bedroom homes where prices can span $650,000 to $800,000. “When you look at purchasing a home on the river versus South Knoxville and Farragut, it’s a big price difference," says Jerri Bottom, a broker with Realty Executives Associates who used to live in the area. "There’s a lot more bang for your buck in Anderson County.”
Farmhouses can be found in the East Clinton neighborhood.
Farmhouses can be found in the East Clinton neighborhood.
Houses in East Clinton
are mostly traditional brick homes on neighborhood streets.
Houses in East Clinton are mostly traditional brick homes on neighborhood streets.
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Retailers and local restaurants on State Route 61

State Route 61 is lined with local and chain restaurants. Golden Girls Restaurant serves well-loved southern cooking in a log cabin-style environment. During college football season, staff and patrons deck out in University of Tennessee gear each Saturday. Harrison’s Grill and Bar is another popular spot with a diverse menu of American staples, pastas and seafood.

People from around the region head into East Clinton to stock up on necessities at the Walmart Supercenter. The neighborhood also has a Walgreens, several hotels, car dealerships and banks. Locals can also head into historic downtown Clinton for more dining options and local shops.
Harrison's is a casual local bar and grill in East Clinton.
Harrison's is a casual local bar and grill in East Clinton.
Walmart is the local grocery store in East Clinton.
Walmart is the local grocery store in East Clinton.
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Fishing, playing ball or golfing within and beyond East Clinton

Nature lovers can spend the day or camp at Norris Dam State Park just 5 miles north of East Clinton. The park has forested hiking trails, a marina with boating access and ranger tours about local nature and Appalachian history. Locals can also easily get out on a tributary of the Clinch River. “The river drew me to Clinton,” Bottom says. “It’s lovely for fishing, and a lot of people have pontoon boats. We had a pontoon boat that we would use to sail from East Clinton over to Melton Lake.”

Within the neighborhood, NAGAF Community Park has a multipurpose field, two red clay baseball diamonds and parking. The name is an acronym for the schools in the area. The Nagaf Roadrunners organization maintains the fields and runs youth sports programming. Lake Gissel is a small watering hole for fishing, and Mountain View Park has covered picnic tables, a playground and open green space for kids and dogs to play.

Tennessee Tee Golf Facility is another place to unwind. The local driving range is open daily.
Norris Dam offers a great place for East Clinton locals to fish.
Norris Dam offers a great place for East Clinton locals to fish.
A variety of sports fields can be found at NAGAF Community Park.
A variety of sports fields can be found at NAGAF Community Park.
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Exploring local history at the Museum of Appalachia

The Museum of Appalachia is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum within the neighborhood. Visitors can peer into log cabins, churches, barns and other historic recreations and peruse a selection of the museum’s more than 250,000 artifacts representing daily life in historic Appalachia. The museum also operates a restaurant serving country-style cooking. “I got the fried chicken, and they also have great mac and cheese,” Dodson says. “Everything they have there is good.”
The Museum of Appalachia sells souvenirs and different knick-nacks in East Clinton.
The Museum of Appalachia sells souvenirs and different knick-nacks in East Clinton.
The Museum of Appalachia is a living history museum in East Clinton.
The Museum of Appalachia is a living history museum in East Clinton.
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Anderson County’s schools earn high marks

Kids in East Clinton attend schools in the Anderson County District, starting at Andersonville Elementary less than 3 miles away. The school receives an A-minus from Niche. Kids continue on to Norris Middle, which has a B. Anderson County High School sits within East Clinton and also gets a B. The school offers dual enrollment opportunities in technical courses at Roane State Community College and Tennessee College of Applied Technology. Teens can also choose to study within several career clusters in subjects such as architecture, health science and agriculture.
Anderson County High School is centrally located in the East Clinton neighborhood.
Anderson County High School is centrally located in the East Clinton neighborhood.
Norris Middle School is part of the Anderson County School District.
Norris Middle School is part of the Anderson County School District.
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Downtown Knoxville less than 20 miles away

Route 61 and Interstate 75 intersect in the heart of East Clinton. Route 61 delivers drivers to Clinton’s historic downtown. Commuters can reach downtown Knoxville via I-75, a 19-mile drive. People rely on cars to get around, as there are no transit options and the area’s rural nature limits walkability.

North Knoxville Medical Center is the closest major hospital, an 11-mile drive. McGhee Tyson Airport is 30 miles away.

Clinch River Antique Festival marks the start of fall

Historic downtown Clinton hosts multiple events throughout the year, including the Clinch River Antique Festival. The celebration draws hoards of people to a diverse array of more than 100 antique vendors and local artisans.
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Transit

Airport

McGhee Tyson

61 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime East Clinton US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

East Clinton Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$524,298
Median Sale Price
$495,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$469,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$495,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-39%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,712
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,143
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
6,576
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$58,877
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,403

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.8%
College Graduates
23.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

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