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Belle Morris

Belle Morris

Suburban Neighborhood in Knoxville, Tennessee

Knox County 37917
$238,529 Average Value
$243 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Walkable Knoxville neighborhood with a family-friendly dynamic

Belle Morris is an established suburb in north Knoxville that is walkable to the neighborhood elementary school, community center and shopping and dining options that border the neighborhood's west side on Broadway. That culture of walking adds a family-friendly atmosphere, says Jennifer Scates, Realtor with Wallace Real Estate and a north Knoxville local. "The streets are lined with sidewalks, so you see tons people walking up and down the sidewalks and children out in the yard playing at any given time," Scates says. The neighborhood also benefits from access to shopping and dining in Fountain City to the north and downtown Knoxville to the south, with an easy commute to either on Broadway.

The median household income in Belle Morris is $47,245.
The median household income in Belle Morris is $47,245.
Belle Morris' outdoor areas serve as community hubs for events.
Belle Morris' outdoor areas serve as community hubs for events.
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Renovated bungalows and minimal traditionals

Single-family homes make up the bulk of this neighborhood, especially bungalows and minimal traditionals dating between 1920 and 1950. Most have been renovated or are in the process of being renovated, which often includes an entire remodel. "Usually they'll have a new roof, new siding, new HVACs, all new interiors," Scates says. Prices range between $120,000 and $350,000. These smaller properties tend to sit on smaller, grassy parcels. Many homes have front porches, and some have off-street parking along narrow, private driveways, but on-street parking is common. Not every street has sidewalks, but many homes are walkable to neighborhood amenities. Train tracks to the south may create some noise pollution.

Belle Morris is a friendly neighborhood known for its community spirit and convenience.
Belle Morris is a friendly neighborhood known for its community spirit and convenience.
A good internet provider in Belle Morris is a must-have.
A good internet provider in Belle Morris is a must-have.
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Happy hour at La Piñata

As downtown Knoxville continues to add new amenities, this neighborhood also benefits from the outward growth and improvement. "They're building the new baseball stadium downtown, so that is driving all new retail options from the baseball stadium up Broadway," Scates says. Near the neighborhood, Broadway has a variety of grocery stores, fast food chains and locally-owned restaurants. Kroger and Save A Lot are the closest stops for grocery essentials, and Walgreens has a drive-through for prescription pickups. La Piñata is a favorite local stop for Mexican food such as tacos and fajitas, with a happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. and outdoor seating. Downtown Knoxville, 3 miles south, has a concentration of over 90 restaurants within one square mile. Fountain City, 3.5 miles north, has unique locally-owned stops such as Litton's Market, Restaurant and Bakery, serving burgers on a homemade roll for dinner and cakes and pies for dessert.

Living in Belle Morris has benefits of a vibrant cultural scene with a high quality of life.
Living in Belle Morris has benefits of a vibrant cultural scene with a high quality of life.
Save-A-Lot, of Belle Morris, is one of the areas largest discount grocers.
Save-A-Lot, of Belle Morris, is one of the areas largest discount grocers.
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Running or biking on the First Creek Greenway

Belle Morris has exercise spaces both inside and outside its borders. Within the neighborhood, New Hope Recreation Center offers group activities, including youth and adult basketball leagues, an after-school program and a summer playground program for kids. The center has a small grassy space outside with a playground and picnic table under the trees. Just south of the neighborhood, First Creek Park follows the path of its winding, namesake creek. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation advises avoiding physical contact with the creek due to bacterial contamination. A paved greenway also runs along the length of the park through open spaces, industrial areas and wooded spaces.

Belle Morris' outdoor areas serve as community hubs for events.
Belle Morris' outdoor areas serve as community hubs for events.
First Creek Greenway is one of Belle Morris's largest green spaces.
First Creek Greenway is one of Belle Morris's largest green spaces.
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Career academies at Fulton High

Younger students may be able to walk to school, with Belle Morris Elementary located on the neighborhood's north side. Niche rates the school C-plus. Students may progress to Whittle Springs Middle, another Knox County Schools entity, which earns a B-minus. Teens typically graduate from Fulton High, which also earns a B-minus. There, freshman can explore different career academies before embarking on a pathway from sophomore through senior year. The high school has Academies of Communications, Health and Human Services, and Public Service, with opportunities to work closely with professionals in those fields.

Parents appreciate the quality of education provided in Belle Morris.
Parents appreciate the quality of education provided in Belle Morris.
Belle Morris Elementary serves students in Knoxville.
Belle Morris Elementary serves students in Knoxville.
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Minor league baseball at the upcoming Covenant Health Park

Downtown Knoxville is a draw for sports and special events. The city's minor-league baseball scene will come to life at the upcoming Covenant Health Park, with a projected completion date of March 2025. The stadium will host the Tennessee Smokies, the Double-A minor league affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. The Big Ears Festival is a music event 15 years strong, bringing out 40,000 locals and visitors each spring. The festival features nearly 200 concerts, talks, workshops and film screenings spread across more than a dozen venues in the downtown area.

Car, bike and bus routes in Belle Morris

Belle Morris is accessible by foot, bike, bus and car. Broadway, located along the neighborhood's west side, is an easily-accessible north-south route through the city. Bicyclists can use the bike lane that starts just south of the neighborhood on Sixth Avenue and leads downtown. The lane is shared by cars in some areas. Knoxville Area Transit buses stop in the center of the neighborhood every 30 minutes on Nadine Street. McGhee Tyson Airport, with over 25 nonstop flight destinations, is a 15-mile drive south.

The Knoxville Area Transit bus system gets Belle Morris residents around Knoxville affordably.
The Knoxville Area Transit bus system gets Belle Morris residents around Knoxville affordably.
Belle Morris residents are a short distance from the Sunsphere located in Downtown Knoxville.
Belle Morris residents are a short distance from the Sunsphere located in Downtown Knoxville.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

McGhee Tyson

34 min drive

Bus

Nadine & Washington Pk

Bus

Broadway Nb & Coker Ave.

Bus

Nadine St Sb & Cecil Ave

Bus

Washington Pike Eb & Newman St

Bus

Nadine St Sb & Coker Ave

Bus

Broadway Nb & Washington Pike

Bus

Nadine St Nb & Mccroskey Ave

Belle Morris Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$455,000
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
53%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
706
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1938
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,131
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,887
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,940
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,755
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,834

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.1%
College Graduates
17.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

31 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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