Knoxville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Karns, TN
$557,450Median listing price
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About Karns
Karns is an unincorporated community and census-designated place of about 3,536 (2020 Census) in western Knox County, in the Beaver Creek valley along Oak Ridge Highway (TN-62). Formerly known as Beaver Ridge and Byington, it was renamed for educator Thomas Conner Karns.
Home prices in Karns
The median listing price in Karns is $557,450.
Top places in Karns
- Oak Ridge Highway (TN-62) corridor through Karns.
- Beaver Creek valley scenery.
- Karns schools campus area.
- The pedestrian bridge at Karns Intermediate/Primary Schools.
- Nearby Oak Ridge and west Knoxville amenities.
Commuting from Karns
- Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~20–25 minutes via Oak Ridge Highway/I-40 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary).
Schools in Karns
Public schools: Knox County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Karns FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Karns, TN?
The median listing price in Karns is $557,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Karns, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~20–25 minutes via Oak Ridge Highway/I-40 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary). - Which school district serves Karns, TN?
Karns is served by Knox County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.