Knoxville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Wartburg, TN
$300,000Median listing price
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About Wartburg
Wartburg is a city of about 848 (2020 Census; later estimates cite 912–918) and the county seat of Morgan County, on TN-62 at the foot of the Cumberland Plateau. Founded in the 1840s by Swiss and German immigrants — named for Wartburg Castle in Germany — it retains a distinct European-settler heritage.
Home prices in Wartburg
The median listing price in Wartburg is $300,000.
Top places in Wartburg
- Morgan County Courthouse.
- Old City Hall building.
- Frozen Head State Park (nearby) — hiking, waterfalls, and the state natural area.
- Obed Wild and Scenic River (nearby) — climbing, paddling, and the NPS visitor center.
- Swiss/German settler heritage markers.
- Downtown Wartburg's historic commercial district.
Commuting from Wartburg
- Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~60–75 minutes via TN-62 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary).
Schools in Wartburg
Public schools: Morgan 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.
Wartburg FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Wartburg, TN?
The median listing price in Wartburg is $300,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Wartburg, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~60–75 minutes via TN-62 (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary). - Which school district serves Wartburg, TN?
Wartburg is served by Morgan 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.