Knoxville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Townsend, TN
$649,000Median listing price
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About Townsend
Townsend is a city of about 548 (2020 Census; some sources cite 448) in Blount County, in Tuckaleechee Cove at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Known as the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies," it is the gateway to Cades Cove — the park's most visited valley — via the Townsend entrance.
Home prices in Townsend
The median listing price in Townsend is $649,000.
Top places in Townsend
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Townsend/Cades Cove entrance.
- Cades Cove loop — historic valley, wildlife, and pioneer structures.
- Tuckaleechee Caverns.
- Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum.
- The Little River — tubing and fishing.
- John Cable Mill area (shown in the Commons photo below).
Commuting from Townsend
- Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~45–55 minutes via US-321 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary).
Schools in Townsend
Public schools: Blount 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.
Townsend FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Townsend, TN?
The median listing price in Townsend is $649,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Townsend, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~45–55 minutes via US-321 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary). - Which school district serves Townsend, TN?
Townsend is served by Blount 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.