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West Hills

West Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Knoxville, Tennessee

Knox County 37909, 37923

$523,142 Average Value
$235 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

Suburban Knoxville neighborhood with access to it all

Although it’s located on the far western end of Knoxville, the area around the West Hills neighborhood isn’t simply a comfortable suburban escape from the more bustling parts of the city. Both Interstate 40 and Kingston Pike provide ways for residents to directly connect to downtown Knoxville, but this area is well known in the region for its large lineup of shopping and dining establishments. From Trader Joe’s to one of the state’s four Tesla stores, residents here are close to one of East Tennessee’s premier shopping destinations. “It’s extremely convenient to pretty much everything Knoxville has to offer. From short trips to downtown and shopping to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, YMCA and the West Town Mall,” says Andrew McGranaghan, a Realtor with Wallace Real Estate, who previously spent several years living in the West Hills area. West Hills is also among the Knoxville communities that have served as conveniently located housing spots for those who have worked for some of the region’s renown employers. The Discovery previously kept a headquarters in nearby Cedar Bluffs, while the Oak Ridge National Laboratory is located more than 20 miles directly west. “I think it’s popular mainly because of the convenience, the schools, the locations, the size of the lots and also the fact these are mature neighborhoods that have been around a long time. You got more character in these neighborhoods,” McGranaghan says. “It also has a strong sense of community. We enjoyed living there.”

Abundance of dining and shopping along Kingston Pike

Whether they’re looking for distinct dining establishments, major chain restaurants and retailers, natural grocers or even books and latest clothing styles, residents on this side of Knoxville are within arm’s reach of options. A concentration of businesses and shopping centers, including the West Town Mall, can be found along Kingston Pike. They include big-box retailers like Sam’s Club, Target and Walmart, as well as natural grocers Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods, the latter of which lies a little farther east. International groceries can be found at the Sunrise Supermarket and India Market. While some of the chains here have many regulars, more localized favorites include the Big Kahuna Wings, which each summer puts on a Wing Festival that benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and food4VOLS. Juicy steaks, seafood and wines can be enjoyed at the Copper Cellar West, while tasty brews can be paired with treys of warm pretzels at two Abridged Beer Company locations both west and east of West Hills.

Mid-20th century ranch-style houses

West Hills was one of Knoxville’s first post-World War II subdivisions and much of the character of its housing reflects that time period. Many brick ranch-style and Traditional homes can be found on charming and hilly pockets, where they share spacious lots with towering and mature trees. Mailboxes built into brick structures topped by decorative light fixtures can be seen alongside the ends of a few long and narrow driveways. Price points for these many 1950s ranch-style house can go from about $470,000 for a three-bedroom one to over $700,000 for a five-bedroom home.

Making use of several spaces at West Hills/John Bynon Park

West Hills/John Bynon Park is conveniently located right along the edge of the neighborhood. Residents can go for walks, jogs and bike rides amid the gentle hills, trees and early morning mist on the nearly 2-mile long trail. They can also enjoy the bark-covered playground and different amenities for sports like baseball and softball, football, basketball and the increasingly popular pickleball. A large gazebo, which can be seen decorated in festive lights during the Holiday season, offers a space and picnic tables for groups looking to put on special events and to take advantage of pleasant weather. Another notable park facility is the West Hills Tennis Center clubhouse. Those seeking indoor activities and fitness facilities can go to the Pilot Family YMCA located right between the park and Interstate 40. “West Hills is across the street from the YMCA,” says Judy Teasley, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty. “The whole neighborhood is very walkable with wide sidewalks and greenways.”

West High’s stellar football program

Strongly rated public schools serve the neighborhood. They include West Hills Elementary School, Bearden Middle School, Bearden High School and West High School, all of which received grades of B or higher from ratings site Niche. West High’s football team repeated as state champions in 2023, the first time in its history.

Classic cars and coffee at annual show

The West Town Mall occasionally hosts major events, including ones like the Harper Auto Square’s Cars & Coffee during the spring. Billed as the largest cars and coffee event in the region, the festivity draws over 10,000 goers and features more than 6,000 cars. The vehicles on display cover a variety of types and generations, from vintage 1950s-era Chevrolet 150s to modern Ferraris and Porsches and racing cars.

I-40 and Kingston Pike routes

The community lies just north of both I-40 and the Kingston Pike, both of which provide direct routes east to downtown Knoxville. Knoxville Area Transit — KAT — stops exist right along the Kingston Pike. The Knoxville Downtown Island airport on the eastern end of the city is about a dozen miles from West Hills. Another area airport, the McGhee Tyson Airport near Alcoa, is less than 20 miles south of the neighborhood. The University of Tennessee Medical Center, which can also be reached with the help of I-40, sits less than 10 miles east of West Hills.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

McGhee Tyson

28 min drive

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Weisgarber Sb Across From Casey Dr NW

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Weisgarber Sb Road Past Lonas Road

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North Gallaher View Road Nb & Mars Hill Road

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Middlebrook Pk Eb & Weisgarber Rd Po

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Middlebrook Pk Eb & West Hills Rd

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North Gallaher View Nb & Manor View Drive

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Middlebrook Pk Eb & Lake Brook Blv Inb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Hills US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$507,500
Median Single Family Price
$507,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$299,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$235
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Months of Supply
3.40
Median List Price
$500,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,450
Median Year Built
1964
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,311
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,704
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,287
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,908

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,579
Median Age
35
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,913
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,805

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
57.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%

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®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

20 / 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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