$252,277Average Value$177Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
A small-town feel with agricultural roots
First settled in 1780, Telford began as an agricultural community housing mills, woodworking and livestock facilities, the latter of which was used to ship chickens and eggs to Baltimore and New York during the 1800s. Backyard livestock pens and farms still make up a good portion of the community today. Over the years, local spots like Telford Diner and Mountain View Restaurant have functioned as spaces for residents to convene, while Persimmon Ridge Park and Brighton Zoo offer varying recreational opportunities. Jonesborough and Johnson City sit within 14 miles and serve as retail and dining hubs. “Telford is like Mayberry because it's such a tight-knit community,” says Lora Dowling, a Realtor with Greater Impact Realty and former resident. “It has a great feeling because of how small the community is and the schools there are great.”
Telford's ranch-style homes
Old wooden barns and small stables along Telford’s winding residential streets point to the area’s farming roots, while occasional backyard chicken coops and groups of hay bales highlight its spirit today. Most of these narrow roadways break off Old State Route 34 and comprise most of the community’s homes. Here, ranch and raised ranch-style homes built during the late 1900s and into the 21st century sit on lots averaging just over a half-acre. Fanning out, homes of a similar style sit atop larger acreage on rolling hills and fields where cows graze and deer wander. “When I do sales in Telford, I always say I am selling a slice of paradise with the mountains and all,” Dowling says. Homes typically sell between $115,000 and $400,000. However, more recently built homes on more significant acreage can reach up to $700,000.
Ranch styled homes are commonly found throughout the Telford, TN neighborhood.
An overview of the homes found in Telford, TN with their large grass lots and spacious views.
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Troyer's Mountain View Market's fresh offerings
Quick trips lead to the busy Telford Diner on Mill Street. The homey spot is known for its warm atmosphere and comfort-style food. Mountain View Restaurant is 4 miles out, where patrons can enjoy fried catfish while appreciating knick-knacks and memorabilia covering the restaurant’s walls. Troyer’s Mountain View Country Market shares the parking lot. “It’s a big shopping place with lots of fresh groceries and many people go for the food,” Dowling says. “They also do a Christmas fare where you can get crafts and such.” Most head into neighboring communities for big-box shopping. Jonesborough offers grocers like Ingles Market and Food City, while The Mall at Johnson City provides an array of indoor retailers. Both cities also have downtown districts lined with locally owned shops and boutiques.
An overview of Troyer's Mountain View Market and it's many groceries and household items for residents.
Telford residents can find larger shopping malls several miles down the road in nearby Johnson City, TN.
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Youth league sports at Persimmon Ridge Park
Though home to a baseball diamond, Telford Ruritan Ball Field off Telford New Victory Road is most visitors stop by to walk the trail that loops the park. 5 miles northeast, Persimmon Ridge Park offers year-round recreational opportunities, thanks to the adjoining Wetlands Water Park and series of athletic fields. “That’s where we do a lot of soccer games for the kid’s rec league,” Dowling says. “They also have walking trails there as well.” Residents can also traverse the many trails of Sampson Mountain to the south or stop by Brights Zoo, 4 miles northwest, from spring through fall to feed giraffes and learn about other wild animals.
The Ruritan Ball Field provides a variety of recreational activities for residents in Telford, TN.
One of many adorable animals on display at Bright's Zoo which is close by for Telford, TN residents to visit.
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David Crockett High School's "Musket Bowl"
Grandview Elementary School enrolls prekindergarten through eighth-grade students and maintains a B-minus rating on Niche. Older students head to David Crockett High School, which has a C-plus rating. The high school’s football team rivals Daniel Boone High School’s, with the teams squaring off each year at the “Musket Bowl,” a staple game that dates back to 1971.
Grandview Elementary School enrolls prekindergarten through eighth-grade students and maintains a B-minus rating on Niche in Telford, TN.
Older students head to David Crockett High School, which has a C-plus rating in Telford, TN.
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Getting around on Old State Route 34
Old State Route 34 cuts through the community, running past local service centers and houses of worship like Telford Methodist Church and into Jonesborough 6 miles northeast. Johnson City sits 8 miles farther in the same direction, linking commuters to Johnson City Medical Center. The hospital is the nearest medical facility and is a major employer for the area, alongside East Tennessee State University directly south of the hospital. Those traveling out of the area can reach connecting flights at Tri-Cities Airport, 20 miles northeast off State Route 75.
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Parks in this Area
Telford Ruritan Ball Field
Persimmon Ridge Park
Transit
Airport
Tri-Cities
38 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Telford
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Telford, Johnson City sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Telford, Johnson City over the last 12 months is $239,576, down 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
874
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,953
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,497
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
% Population in Labor Force
64%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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