Valley Forge
Homes cost less in Valley Forge than surrounding areas
While U.S. Highway 19E mainly follows the Doe River through the valley, the community’s residential streets branch off, rolling across the Blue Ridge foothills. Homes generally cost less in Valley Forge compared to nearby areas, including the city of Elizabethton. Many homes here are bungalows dating from the 1940s and sell from the mid-$100,000s to the mid-$200,000s. Ranch-style homes mostly from the 1960s to the 1990s usually sell for more, going from the low $200,000s to the mid-$400,000s. There are also some manufactured homes here, ranging from about $100,000 to $190,000.
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Swimming and boating at Watauga Lake
Valley Forge is located in Northeast Tennessee, along the Blue Ridge Mountains, and several recreation areas are nearby. Watauga Lake is about 6 miles away and offers swimming, camping and boating. A portion of the Appalachian Trail passes along the shoreline. “Watauga Lake was ranked as one of the cleanest in Tennessee,” Bennett says. “If there’s a picture in your head of a beautiful mountain lake, Watauga looks like that.” On the other side of the community is the trailhead for the Tweetsie Trail. Set along a former railbed, the path travels 9 miles from Valley Forge through Elizabethton to Johnson City.
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Close to Elizabethton and Johnson City
U.S. Highway 19E is the main four-lane highway through Valley Forge, leading less than 3 miles north to Elizabethton. Johnson City, the region’s biggest city, is 10 miles away. Residents almost exclusively drive to their destinations, though the NET Trans system offers on-demand rides throughout Northeast Tennessee for a small fee. Commuters often work at manufacturing plants in Elizabethton or Johnson City, including the Snap-On Tools facility directly north of the community.Residents grocery shop in Elizabethton
Used car dealers and industrial lots line U.S. Highway 19E, but a couple of shops sneak in alongside. Valley Forge Antiques opened in 2015 and often draws in collectors for its vintage finds. Wayne and Nancy Family Restaurant sits along State Line Road and serves traditional diner fare. For groceries, residents can head to the Redi Mart Supermarket 3 miles south in Hampton or the Food City 4 miles north in Elizabethton.
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Students can attend Carter County Schools
Carter County Schools serves Valley Forge, and students can start at Valley Forge Elementary. The school receives a B grade from Niche. Students can then move to Hampton Elementary for grades six through eight, followed by Hampton High. Both schools earn a B-minus grade. The Carter County Schools district has a robust Career and Technical Education program for its high schoolers, with Hampton High offering courses in agriculture, health sciences and automotive technology. Hampton High was damaged by Hurricane Helene in 2024 and is currently being rebuilt. For now, the school operates in a temporary facility in Elizabethton.
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Locals see movies at the Stateline Drive-In Theater
The Stateline Drive-In Theater is one of Valley Forge’s most popular spots through the warm months. The theater screens classic films as well as the occasional live event and draws visitors from across the region. “People come from all over,” Bennett says. “I’ve been going since I was a kid. They do kids' movies first, and then the late-night showing is a movie more for adults.”Hurricane Helene's impact on Valley Forge
In 2024, Hurricane Helene brought as much as three feet of rain to Northeast Tennessee. The storm caused flooding throughout the region, including Valley Forge, where floodwaters severely damaged the Long Hollow Road bridge over the Doe River. The bridge is currently closed as the Tennessee Department of Transportation completes repairs, causing drivers to take a longer detour en route to Elizabethton.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sarah Powers Parker
Sarah Powers Parker
Responds QuicklyArbella Properties JC
(423) 523-8845
130 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$142,500 Price
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245 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$370,000 Price
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(681) 237-7484
412 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$342,000 Price
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146 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$99,000 Price
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1 in Valley Forge
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Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Tweetsie Trail
Watauga Point Recreational Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Valley Forge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Valley Forge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Valley Forge, Elizabethton sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Valley Forge, Elizabethton over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$474,999
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$651,015
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$405,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-48%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$459
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
549
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,337
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,958
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,872
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,154
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,078
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
11.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.6%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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