Explore East Tennessee By County

Explore East Tennessee by county to get a feel for price points, lifestyle, and popular communities. Each county page includes local highlights and direct links to homes for sale, so you can narrow your search quickly.

Anderson County, Tennessee

Anderson County blends small-town neighborhoods with easy access to Oak Ridge and Knoxville employers. Buyers come here for affordable East Tennessee homes for sale, Norris Lake recreation, and steady demand across this growing real estate market.

Median Home Price: 216K

Anderson County

Blount County, Tennessee

Blount County is a gateway to Maryville, Alcoa, and the Great Smoky Mountains, mixing suburban convenience with outdoor lifestyle. Airport access, commute routes, and a diverse mix of homes for sale keep Blount a high-demand East Tennessee real estate hub.

Median Home Price: 276K

Blount County

Campbell County, Tennessee

Campbell County offers Norris Lake shoreline, wooded hills, and I-75 access between Knoxville and Kentucky. Buyers look here for lake cabins, affordable primary homes, and vacation rentals, creating a stable, value-focused real estate market in East Tennessee.

Median Home Price: 170K

Campbell County

Claiborne County, Tennessee

Claiborne County includes Tazewell, New Tazewell, and Harrogate at the gateway to Cumberland Gap. Affordable land, mountain views, and Norris Lake access keep Claiborne County homes for sale attractive to value-minded buyers.

Median Home Price: 179K

Claiborne County

Cocke County, Tennessee

Cocke County features Newport, Parrottsville, and Del Rio in the foothills of the Smokies, with Douglas Lake frontage nearby. Its mix of small towns, rivers, and mountain scenery makes Cocke County a versatile East Tennessee real estate market.

Median Home Price: 212K

Cocke County

Fentress County, Tennessee

Fentress County sits atop the Cumberland Plateau with Jamestown as its small-town center. Acreage properties, trail access, and horse-friendly land attract buyers seeking rural Tennessee homes for sale and long-term value in a quieter real estate market.

Median Home Price: 152K

Fentress County

Grainger County, Tennessee

Grainger County offers Rutledge, Bean Station, Blaine, and Washburn along Cherokee Lake. Rural farmland, lakefront property, and easy access to Knoxville and Morristown support a growing stock of Grainger County homes for sale.

Median Home Price: 191K

Grainger County

Hamblen County, Tennessee

Hamblen County centers on Morristown, a regional hub between Knoxville and the Tri-Cities. Cherokee Lake views, established neighborhoods, and a solid job base support demand for Hamblen County homes for sale and investment in East Tennessee real estate.

Median Home Price: 189K

Hamblen County

Hawkins County, Tennessee

Hawkins County combines historic towns like Rogersville with quiet river valleys and rolling hills. Buyers choose this area for small-town Tennessee homes for sale, commuting options into Kingsport, and long-term value in a more affordable regional real estate market.

Median Home Price: 167K

Hawkins County

Knox County, Tennessee

Knox County anchors the Knoxville metro with diverse urban, suburban, and Tennessee River waterfront living. Major employers and the University of Tennessee drive steady, year-round demand for Knox County homes for sale and East Tennessee real estate.

Median Home Price: 280K

Knox County

Loudon County, Tennessee

Loudon County blends Fort Loudoun Lake, golf communities, and walkable small-town centers near West Knoxville. Buyers seek Loudon County homes for sale for lake living, retirement, second homes, and long-term value in East Tennessee real estate.

Median Home Price: 293K

Loudon County

Jefferson County, Tennessee

Jefferson County includes historic Dandridge, Jefferson City, and Douglas Lake frontage. Commuter access to I-40/I-81 plus lake and countryside living make this a strong choice for buyers searching Tennessee homes for sale in a growing real estate corridor.

Median Home Price: 210K

Jefferson County

Monroe County, Tennessee

Monroe County stretches from Madisonville to Tellico Plains and the Cherokee National Forest. River, lake, and foothill properties attract buyers wanting Tennessee homes for sale with outdoor access and value, while staying connected to the Knoxville metro and I-75.

Median Home Price: 200K

Monroe County

Morgan County, Tennessee

Morgan County is home to Wartburg, Oakdale, and Sunbright on the Cumberland Plateau, near Frozen Head State Park and the Obed Wild and Scenic River. Acreage, recreation, and affordability define Morgan County homes for sale.

Median Home Price: 260K

Morgan County

Rhea County, Tennessee

Rhea County includes Dayton, Spring City, and shoreline along Chickamauga and Watts Bar Lakes. Affordable prices and a mix of primary, vacation, and investment properties keep Rhea County homes for sale attractive to value-minded buyers.

Median Home Price: 179K

Rhea County

Roane County, Tennessee

Roane County features Kingston, Harriman, Rockwood, and extensive Watts Bar Lake frontage. Its mix of small towns, interstate access, and waterfront homes for sale positions Roane as a versatile East Tennessee real estate market for commuters, retirees, and investors.

Median Home Price: 212K

Roane County

Sevier County, Tennessee

Sevier County is home to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg at the edge of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a major tourism corridor. Cabins, STRs, and residential neighborhoods make Sevier County homes for sale central to Smokies real estate.

Median Home Price: 260K

Sevier County

Sullivan County, Tennessee

Sullivan County anchors part of the Tri-Cities region with Kingsport, Bristol, and surrounding communities. Healthcare, manufacturing, and interstate connectivity support a diverse stock of homes for sale and a mature Northeast Tennessee real estate market.

Median Home Price: 191K

Sullivan County

Union County, Tennessee

Union County offers rural living, Norris Lake coves, and proximity to North Knox without big-city congestion. Buyers searching for Tennessee homes for sale with acreage, water access, and lower price points see Union as a compelling, emerging real estate option.

Median Home Price: 186K

Union County

Cumberland County, Tennessee

Cumberland County offers Plateau living anchored by Crossville, plus lifestyle-focused communities like Fairfield Glade and Lake Tansi. Buyers searching for Tennessee homes for sale with one-level options, acreage, and amenity-driven neighborhoods.

Median Home Price: $329K

Cumberland County

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