Knoxville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Rutledge, TN
$512,400Median listing price
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About Rutledge
Rutledge is a town of about 1,122 (2020 Census; sources vary) and the county seat of Grainger County, on US-11W between Blaine and Bean Station. The Grainger County Courthouse anchors its historic downtown, and the town is famous as the heart of Grainger County tomato country — the annual Grainger County Tomato Festival is held here.
Home prices in Rutledge
The median listing price in Rutledge is $512,400.
Top places in Rutledge
- Grainger County Courthouse square.
- Andrew Johnson tailor shop replica.
- The Nance Building (mid-1800s) on Rutledge Pike.
- Grainger County Tomato Festival (annual, in Rutledge).
- Downtown Rutledge along US-11W.
- Cherokee Lake access.
Commuting from Rutledge
- Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~45–55 minutes via US-11W (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary).
Schools in Rutledge
Public schools: Grainger 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.
Rutledge FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Rutledge, TN?
The median listing price in Rutledge is $512,400. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Rutledge, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~45–55 minutes via US-11W (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary). - Which school district serves Rutledge, TN?
Rutledge is served by Grainger 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.