Chris Hughes
NextHome Clinch Valley
(865) 390-3339
113 Total Sales
1 in Lonas Drive
$240,000 Price
Lonas Drive
Found just 6 miles west of downtown Knoxville, you can find the laidback neighborhood of Lonas Drive, a long-established residential area with quick access to city amenities. Popular for those who need to commute into the city, considering it's less than a 15-minute drive to downtown, Lonas Drive is comprised of quiet roads and quintessential Tennessee homes.
The residential area of Lonas Drive began to truly develop in the mid-20th century, so you can find older homes that have undergone renovation throughout the neighborhood. Architectural styles are typical of Eastern Tennessee, with mixed-material ranch homes, classic bungalows and sensible split-levels on gently rolling terrain. Within the last decade, modern Craftsman homes have been built in the neighborhood, bringing a fresh breath to the layout. Since Lonas Drive is a bit removed from the city's urban core, most homes have both front and back yards, and a drive around will showcase plenty of native trees and green space.
The median selling price for single-family homes in Lonas Drive is $350,000, and properties don't stay on the market long, typically going under contract within a month after being listed. Smaller, older homes – usually two-bedrooms – start at around $250,000, while three and four-bedrooms range between $350,000 and $450,000.
Lonas Drive is bordered by the neighborhood of Marble City, which has plenty of commercial areas dotted along the main thoroughfare of Route 11. Whether you need to get groceries at Kroger, shop around at popular retail stores or get your banking done, all are available just minutes away. You'll also have access to great locally owned businesses, from restaurants and bars to yoga studios and pet shops. Residents can enjoy award-winning Southern plates and draft beer at Dead End BBQ or chat over wine and pasta at Savelli's Italian Restaurant.
If following the traditional public path, children will start their education at Bearden Elementary, one of Niche's highest-rated elementary schools for Knox County, coming in at the No.2 spot. It's praised for its progressive curriculum and focus on providing a well-rounded learning experience, ensuring students can engage in special interests. They'll move on to Bearden Middle School and finish primary education at West High School, which receives an A- ranking from Niche and above-average scores from GreatSchools. It's considered one of the best public high schools in Knox County and is acknowledged for its advanced college readiness programs, consistently high test scores and equity. Lonas Drive also has access to highly regarded, faith-based private institutions if that's a route you're considering for your child.
Nearby John Tarleton Park provides fields for football and a large playground for the kids to run around, while Tyson Park has several tennis courts and a connected skate park. Opened in 1961, The Knoxville Racquet Club runs out of Lonas Drive, and it's the largest tennis, swim and fitness facility in East Tennessee. It's an excellent resource for meeting your neighbors by joining a sports league, and they offer both youth and adult lessons for those who want to learn. You also have quick access to the Papermill Bluff Greenway and Third Creek Greenway, so you can easily go for a stroll or bike along these scenic paved paths.
If you want to be out of the city bustle but still want to be minutes away from convenience and recreation, give Lonas Drive a shot.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chris Hughes
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Mackenna Lecroy
Mackenna Lecroy
United Real Estate Solutions
(865) 507-4216
171 Total Sales
2 in Lonas Drive
$230K - $434K Price Range
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Corrine Campbell
Corrine Campbell
Greater Impact Realty
(865) 347-0111
92 Total Sales
1 in Lonas Drive
$575,000 Price
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Katie Ridgway
Katie Ridgway
Realty Executives Associates
(619) 362-7289
84 Total Sales
1 in Lonas Drive
$405,000 Price
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Alan Cottrell
Alan Cottrell
Keller Williams
(865) 999-0949
174 Total Sales
1 in Lonas Drive
$215,000 Price
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Jerry Sandifer
Jerry Sandifer
Exit Tennessee Realty Pros,LLC
(865) 830-3253
122 Total Sales
1 in Lonas Drive
$515,000 Price
Schools
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GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
John Tarleton Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Everly Brothers Park
- Trails
Third Creek Greenway
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Westwood Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Buck Toms Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lonas Drive | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lonas Drive Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lonas Drive, Knoxville sell after 127 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lonas Drive, Knoxville over the last 12 months is $290,000, down 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$464,900
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,800
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-32%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$349
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
803
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
16.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,671
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,822
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,261
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,249 - $2,149 per month
- The Collective at Sutherland
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 1505 Greenbrier Ridge Way
- Knoxville, TN
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$1,345 - $2,200 per month
- Addison at Sutherland
- 1-4 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1000 Country Oak Cir
- Knoxville, TN
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$1,199 - $1,899 per month
- Ivy at West Hills
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 600+ Sq Ft
- 102 Brentway Cir
- Knoxville, TN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,907
Median Age
33
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,844
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,774
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.7%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Sequoyah Hills
Charming residential suburb on the banks of the Tennessee River
Marble City
Booming Knoxville shopping area and historic factory worker homes
West View
Residential suburb situated just west of Downtown Knoxville
Cumberland Estates
Midcentury modern architecture a short drive from downtown Knoxville
Bearden
Hub of homes and shopping along the Tennessee River
West Hills
Far more than just a western suburban pocket of Knoxville
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