2022 Best Places to Buy a House in Tennessee

• Suburb of Knoxville, TN

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  86 reviews

Current Resident: Farragut is a beautiful community. There are walking paths all round the town to encourage you to get outdoor and move your body, which I love! There are also all the amenities you could ever want with a small town feel. The school are some of the best in the state and lots of family friendly activities multiple times a year. With so much at your finger tips in Farragut, it’s hard to not fall in love with the town and surrounding areas.... Read 86 reviews

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• Population 23,388

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  10 reviews

Former Resident: Blountville is a community worth keeping, it still has that feeling of an older community where you know about everyone at the grocery store, but also has easy access to three cities for shopping, nightlife, or catching a NASCAR race. It is a community where the gentlemen still get their hair cut at the barber, you know all of your neighbors, and kids still play outside. The people that live in this community tend to stay and generations graduate from the same high school. It is a feeling that doesn't exist many places any more, but when your here you will know it's home.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 3,295

• Suburb of Nashville, TN

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  18 reviews

Current Resident: I absolutely love the area we live in! Greenhill is the area between Hermitage and Mount Juliet off of Lebanon Road in Tn. We sit in a position where we fall in Wilson County lines, however, the half of our neighborhood falls in Davidson County lines. We have a lake that is within five minutes driving distance, and 30 minutes walking distance. It's quiet, peaceful, and safe. A police officer lives just two streets over.... Read 18 reviews

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• Population 7,018

• Suburb of Chattanooga, TN

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  Rating 3.43 out of 5  7 reviews

Niche User: I've lived here all of my life. I've not experienced any criminal behavior, nor do I know any neighbors that have recently experienced any crime. I've never felt unsafe or in danger in the nineteen years of living here. I'm glad to live in Hixson and I wouldn't choose to go back and change it if I could. I've been several places across the country and I see my neighborhood as being mild compared to places like the Washington DC area, Los Angeles, NYC, and other big cities. Every once in a while, there are new business and neighborhood construction. Hixson, TN is considered a satellite city of Chattanooga, TN. I work and go to school in Chattanooga, and the commute is almost nothing to get there.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 11,569

• Suburb of Nashville, TN

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  47 reviews

Current Resident: Nolensville is apart of the Williamson County School District. The prices of houses in Nolensville have skyrocketed. It is not cheap to live in this area, but if you do decide to move here, there are many good schools nearby. You have Sunset Middle and Elementary. You also have Nolensville Elementary. You Also have Nolensville High school and MillCreek Middle. I would say that things are generally safe around Nolensville. There isn't much diversity in Nolensville. Commute times vary depending on where you are going. But if you take the main road you can get to many local stores and grocery stores. I would recommend living here, only if you can afford it.... Read 47 reviews

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• Population 13,393

• Suburb of Chattanooga, TN

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: Signal Mountain is a great little community. Low crime, great schools. The reviews that talk about how safe it is but then complain about the lack of diversity or how conservative it is are amusing. Is there night life? Nope. Go to Chattanooga for the night life. Why would you want it here? I say 5 stars for the "night life", which means black sky, lots of stars, and peace and quiet. The out of state guy complaining about the "crap housing" because of the prices...well guess who drove them up? All the out of state folks moving here BECAUSE of the schools and the community. I'm pretty sure your state will take ya back. Folks flooding Tennessee and Chattanooga in general have driven up housing prices. There's a reason they're moving here. In fact, I want to change my review of Signal. It's terrible. Stay away. No, really!... Read 25 reviews

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• Population 8,770

• Suburb of Chattanooga, TN

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: Signal mountain has a great sense of community and is a safe place for families. However, there is not much diversity.... Read 3 reviews

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• Population 1,607

• Suburb of Nashville, TN

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  8 reviews

Niche User: Hendersonville is the best town to live in. I would stay there all my life if I could. My parents were raised here as well.... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 3,552

• Town in Tennessee

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: As a current senior in high school, I have lived the majority of my life in Atoka. A smaller town, yet abundantly diverse in its population, Atoka is an excellent town to raise a family in. The school systems are some of the best within the county and surrounding area. There is also a fair amount of recreational activities or areas to enjoy despite its relatively small size. The Parks and Recreation program maintains three separate parks within walking distance of almost every home, and there are a variety of town-sponsored events throughout the year, such as a local barbeque festival and competition, a rock the block New Year's evening, and a Christmas tree lighting. There is also a public splash pad, a softball arena area, and multiple soccer fields. As far as safety is concerned, there is a very dedicated police force located within the center of town, and officers are often seen cruising the streets or monitoring local businesses. Overall, I am a very happy resident of Atoka.... Read 25 reviews

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• Population 9,863

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  Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

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• Population 1,694

• Suburb of Knoxville, TN

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  81 reviews

Current Resident: The town is very safe and welcoming, with it having a national laboratory and being a big science town, Oak Ridge is fairly diverse. There are sidewalks and bike lanes throughout the entire city which is amazing for outdoor runners like myself! The school system has been exceptional to have attended. The only change I suggest having lived here for 22 years is to expand young adult life with fun hip restaurants or bars or an outdoor food truck park. Oak Ridge is currently very aged and a great place to retire, but it lacks the youthful center that the neighboring Knoxville has.... Read 81 reviews

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• Population 31,087

Current Resident: New Market is a wonderful place to be. It is quiet, peaceful, and the Piedmont community is great. Everyone believes in helping one another and would give the shirt their back if you truly needed it.... Read 4 reviews

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• Population 1,630

• Town in Tennessee

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  20 reviews

Current Resident: Harrogate is an amazing small hometown full of good ole country folks. Lincoln Memorial University brings a lot of diversity to the area. I love the rich history of this area.... Read 20 reviews

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• Population 4,296

• Suburb of Memphis, TN

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  86 reviews

Current Resident: Germantown is a suburb that is family oriented. Most people in Germantown commute to East Memphis (20 minute drive) for work, while students go to one of three local public schools (Germantown, Houston, or Collierville High School) or private schools (Briarcrest and Saint Georges High School). Primary education in Germantown is prioritized, but may sometimes be considered as elitist or exclusive due to religious affiliations or high costs of tuition. The population of Germantown is typically older and more wealthy, resulting in less nightlife and therefore less eating options compared to the much more lively Midtown or East Memphis areas.... Read 86 reviews

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• Population 40,955

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• Population 1,421

• Town in Tennessee

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  18 reviews

Nearby Resident: The land and neighborhoods are nice. The cost of living low. One of the best school systems in the state. Nice ballpark, walking trails and soccer fields. Low taxes. Beautiful fall and spring seasons! Close to entertainment and eateries on Jackson without the crime that comes with a city. Only hour away from Memphis International Airport and 2 hours away from the action in Nashville. Great internet service even the country with Gibson connect. Some amazing homes too!... Read 18 reviews

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• Population 4,966

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  Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

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• Population 4,707

• Suburb in Tennessee

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

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• Population 2,877

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• Population 2,316

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Current Resident: My family and I have lived in this neighborhood since 2008. We love the central location, proximity to Farmers Market and most importantly the awesome and low key neighbors. And we just got a Publix less than a mile away! We are not zoned for top rated schools but Metro offers option schools which my children and several of my neighbors go to!... Read 1 review

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• Population 565

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  27 reviews

Current Resident: Thompson's Station is one of the last unspoiled places in middle Tennessee. Local leaders and residents established a plan to preserve parks, farm and ranch land. While developers have been able to obtain land for homesites, the town has limited public utilities. This has tamped down the kind of growth seen in nearby Spring Hill. Spring Hill residents commuting to and from points north cause some traffic problems for Thompson's Station but new interstate exits and arterial connectors, already approved and funded that will help reroute commuter traffic around Thompson's Station. A 6500 seat outdoor consert venue will open this summer built in the limestone quarry used to provide the road bed for I-840. There are plans to host large music events including tour stops for current recording artists. The Town continues to acquire land for parks and with no long term plans for rapid growth, this little green patch may continue to be 'Central Park' for Williamson County.... Read 27 reviews

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• Population 7,011

• Suburb of Nashville, TN

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  144 reviews

Current Resident: Have lived here for eight years. Brentwood is a beautiful community with lots of green space, however residential and commercial building is skyrocketing quickly resulting in massive traffic issues and construction! Home and real estate values here are terrific and rapidly appreciating.... Read 144 reviews

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• Population 44,354

• Suburb of Knoxville, TN

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  6 reviews

Current Resident: Louisville is such a pleasant little town to live in. It feels very safe, I have never experienced any scary disturbances. It's also very compact and easy to get around. I wish there were more retail locations, but due to the small nature of this city, I get it.... Read 6 reviews

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• Population 4,337

• Suburb in Tennessee

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

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• Population 3,966

• Suburb of Nashville, TN

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  144 reviews

Current Resident: Mt Juliet is great! It's kind of small but growing. It's safe and not too expensive, and not super far from Nashville. We have an awesome outdoor mall, Providence. The traffic sucks lol.... Read 144 reviews

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• Population 38,059