Uptown Knoxville
Hopping to Happy Holler Historic District
As residents head north out of downtown, they’ll end up on North Central Street which passes through a district known as Happy Holler, with a patchwork of longstanding Knoxville businesses, themed breweries, funky thrift stores, bakeries and nightclubs. Popular spots like Corner Lounge, The Oak Room and Club XYZ are visited regularly on the weekends.
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Scenic views at Sharp’s Ridge, Skate parks on Maple Drive
Sharp’s Ridge Veterans Memorial Park offers a bird’s-eye view of Downtown Knoxville and the Great Smoky Mountains. A little over 3 miles away from Sharp’s Ridge, Fountain City Park has a large playground and a small, heart-shaped lake where residents can admire ducks and geese. Fountain City Skate Park is also nearby on Maple Drive and has two paved areas for skateboarding. Whittle Springs Golf Course offers players an expansive course to practice their technique.
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Shopping at Ingles Market, Dining on Market Street
Uptown Knoxville has an Ingles Market, a Southeastern regional chain grocery store, and Three Rivers Market, a local grocery co-op. Residents can visit Downtown Knoxville for the summer farmers market or to grab a bite to eat at popular restaurants like The Drawing Room and The French Market Creperie Downtown, an eclectic French eatery. There are also many well-known spots along Market Street, including Stock & Barrel, an American-style burger joint, and Soccer Taco, a small Mexican restaurant.
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Bungalows with modest porches
Houses around Uptown Knoxville tend to be ranch-style or split-levels ranging from $260,000 to $380,000. However, there are also midcentury bungalows with large yards and small porches ranging from $320,000 to $450,000. Homes usually stay on the market for 24 days compared to the national average of 42 days.
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Rock climbing at Gresham Middle
Schools in Uptown Knoxville include Rocky Hill Elementary School, which receives an A-minus from Niche, before possibly moving on to Gresham Middle School, which earns a B and has many athletic programs including a rock climbing club. Children can advance to Farragut High School, which earns an A and college career center. The University of Tennessee is 9 miles away.There are a handful of religious school options in the area, such as St. Joseph and First Lutheran. There are also a few churches in the area, including Church Street United Methodist Church and the First Presbyterian Church Knoxville.
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Taking Interstate 40 through East Tennessee
Uptown Knoxville’s proximity to downtown and Interstate 40 makes it easy to commute across the city for work or entertainment. According to George, a few major employers in the area include the Amazon Fulfillment Center and several trucking companies, due to the proximity of the highways. Walkability varies by the community with some areas having ample sidewalks and well-marked crosswalks, while some residential streets have none. Knoxville Area Transit buses travel along the perimeter of Uptown Knoxville, helping commuters get reach work. McGhee Tyson Airport is where people go for domestic flights, just 12 miles away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marian Epps
Marian Epps
Realty Executives Associates
(865) 507-2184
111 Total Sales
4 in Uptown Knoxville
$193K - $340K Price Range
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Scott Felske
Scott Felske
Responds QuicklyTennessee Life Real Estate Professionals
(865) 503-5984
178 Total Sales
7 in Uptown Knoxville
$111K - $620K Price Range
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Crystal Jacobs
Crystal Jacobs
Responds QuicklyCRYSTAL JACOBS REALTY
(865) 737-2313
94 Total Sales
5 in Uptown Knoxville
$165K - $559K Price Range
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Dustin Weaver
Dustin Weaver
Keller Williams Realty
(865) 249-0459
189 Total Sales
3 in Uptown Knoxville
$195K - $296K Price Range
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Mary Kidwell
Mary Kidwell
Realty Executives Associates
(865) 344-1691
68 Total Sales
6 in Uptown Knoxville
$176K - $353K Price Range
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Nathan Lefebvre
Nathan Lefebvre
Realty Executives Associates
(865) 213-9152
109 Total Sales
2 in Uptown Knoxville
$163K - $325K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Sterchi Hills Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Adair Park
- Grills
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Fountain City Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Highland Neighborhood Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Fountain City Skatepark
- Skateboard
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Inskip Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Uptown Knoxville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Uptown Knoxville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$386,400
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$348,715
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
108
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
28%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,988
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,598
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,822
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,134
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
727
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,090 - $2,470 per month
- The Park at Fountain City
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 691+ Sq Ft
- 2132 Adair Dr
- Knoxville, TN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,109
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,846
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,286
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
26.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
On par with 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®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21
/ 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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