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West Haven

West Haven

Suburban Neighborhood in Knoxville, Tennessee

Knox County 37921
$328,755 Average Value
$202 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

A diverse Knoxville suburb with family resources

A 4-mile drive from downtown Knoxville, West Haven is a diverse residential area with quick access to necessities and family-friendly amenities. Students and their families can walk to West Haven Elementary or to after-school programs at West Haven Community Center. Nearby Victor Ashe Park is a hub of youth athletics and has ample space to play and unwind.

The West Haven neighborhood offers many different styles of homes.
The West Haven neighborhood offers many different styles of homes.
West Haven Center features a variety of retail stores locals can visit.
West Haven Center features a variety of retail stores locals can visit.
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Single-family homes on grid patterns in West Haven

West Haven saw waves of development between the 1950s and the 1990s, with some new construction popping up in the 2010s. Single-family homes are neatly arranged in grid patterns and cul-de-sacs, and most backyards are large enough for a pool and outdoor play. The neighborhood’s newer homes are more tightly packed, though neighbors can meet up in the communal green space within the center of the development. West Haven lacks sidewalks, though most homes have a driveway.

The architectural landscape includes ranch-style homes, split-levels and New Traditionals. Some homes incorporate Colonial-Revival shutters and Cape Cod-inspired dormer windows. Homes of varied ages have brick and stone elements, and three and four bedrooms are common. Prices range between $220,000 and $400,000, depending on age and upgrades made to the property. “It’s a slightly more affordable area of Knox County than, say, south of I-40, so it’s popular for first-time buyers,” says Jerri Bottom, a broker with Realty Executives Associates with 8 years of local real estate experience.

According to Risk Factor, homes closest to Interstate 640 may experience greater noise pollution and risk of flooding.

Rancher style homes are commonly seen in West Haven.
Rancher style homes are commonly seen in West Haven.
West Haven is a growing community with new and beautiful homes.
West Haven is a growing community with new and beautiful homes.
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Walking distance to West Haven Elementary

West Haven Elementary serves the neighborhood’s youngest residents and is a short walk from many homes. Students move on to Northwest Middle. Both schools have a C-plus from Niche. West High School has an International Baccalaureate program and small learning communities separated by grade level with their own teachers, counselors and administrators. The school has a B-plus from Niche.

West Haven Elementary School serves students in the West Haven community.
West Haven Elementary School serves students in the West Haven community.
West Haven Elementary School scored a 4 out of 10 from Great Schools.
West Haven Elementary School scored a 4 out of 10 from Great Schools.
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Victor Ashe Park is a local highlight

Victor Ashe Park is a sprawling, 125-acre green space bordering the neighborhood’s homes. The park features a pond, a large playground, open fields, a disc golf course and sand volleyball courts. The adjacent Tristar Park Badgett Fields has multiple baseball and softball fields and hosts youth tournaments and coed adult leagues for volleyball, softball and cornhole. Paved and natural trails are popular with walkers and cyclists alike. The park includes a fenced-in section for dogs, though pets are allowed throughout the area, as long as they’re leashed. Indoor recreation is nearby as well. There's Onsight Rock Gym for indoor climbing and CLUB4 Fitness Knoxville with exercise and training equipment, plus a childcare service.

West Haven Community Center sits behind West Haven Elementary. The center has an outdoor playground and offers after-school programming and summer camps.

Disc Golfers love the open fields and Disc Golf Course at Victor Ashe Park.
Disc Golfers love the open fields and Disc Golf Course at Victor Ashe Park.
Take your dog out for a walk at the peaceful Victor Ashe Park.
Take your dog out for a walk at the peaceful Victor Ashe Park.
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Shopping and dining on Western Avenue

Western Avenue has several commercial pockets with local restaurants, diverse retailers and chain eateries. Residents can shop for specialty ingredients at Babylon International Market, which specializes in Middle Eastern goods, and Tienda Guatemala, which has a Latin American market and restaurant. Philippine Egg Roll Express serves lumpia, stir fries and other Filipino staples. Fast food options are clustered around 640 Plaza, including Firehouse Subs, Taco Bell and Long John Silver’s. Burger Avenue is a locally owned staple with comfort eats and a drive through. Walmart Neighborhood Market is about a mile away.

Elliott's Boots is a local favorite in West Haven for outdoor tools.
Elliott's Boots is a local favorite in West Haven for outdoor tools.
West Haven Center features a variety of retail stores locals can visit.
West Haven Center features a variety of retail stores locals can visit.
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Proximity to I-640

Commuters can easily hop on Interstate 640, which connects to interstates 75 and 40. The latter leads directly to Nashville. Downtown Knoxville is a 4-mile drive, or people can pick up the 12 bus line on Western Avenue. University of Tennessee, a major employer, is also 4 miles away. “Knoxville is no longer a hidden secret,” Bottom says. However, she says traffic isn’t a big concern for downtown commuters. “Once they hit 640 from that area, it’s maybe 10 minutes — it’s easy peasy.”

Interstate 640 and Western Avenue
Interstate 640 and Western Avenue
West Haven Western Avenue Retail
West Haven Western Avenue Retail
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The community convenes for 5K runs and church services

Victor Ashe Park hosts events throughout the year, including several themed 5K runs. Otherwise, many people get to know each other through the neighborhood’s houses of worship, which include Olivet Baptist Church, Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church and Iglesia Cristiana Una Esperanza Viva, which holds services in Spanish. The neighboring community of Lonsdale hosts an annual homecoming parade and celebration for people in the area, and downtown events such as First Friday ArtWalk are a short drive away.

West Haven Park features a basketball court residents in West Haven can enjoy.
West Haven Park features a basketball court residents in West Haven can enjoy.
Children in West Haven can enjoy the playground at West Haven Park.
Children in West Haven can enjoy the playground at West Haven Park.
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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

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

McGhee Tyson

34 min drive

Bus

Western Ave Wb & Past Ball Camp Pk

Bus

Western Ave Wb & West Haven Shop Cnter

Bus

Western Ave Wb & Clifton Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Haven US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Haven Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$419,990
Median Sale Price
$414,415
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$202

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
697
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,522
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,182
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,721

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,636
Median Age
39
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$42,589
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,922

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
29.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%

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®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

19 / 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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