

Roane County, Tennessee, part of the Knoxville metro area, combines scenic landscapes with small-town charm and investment potential. Boasting access to Watts Bar Lake, the Clinch and Tennessee Rivers, and abundant outdoor recreation, this county offers a diverse real estate market that includes waterfront estates, rural acreage, mid-century homes, and family-friendly communities .
Average home value: ~$278K (up 1.9% year‑over‑year) .
Median listing price: $399K (according to Realtor.com, April 2025) .
Homes on market: ~304 listings, with properties going pending in ~23 days .
Affordable luxury – Waterfront homes on Norris and Watts Bar Lakes; recreational land averaging ~$343K .
Outdoor lifestyle – Ideal location for boating, fishing, hiking, and paddling
Economic growth – Part of the Knoxville metro region with strong socioeconomic indicators .
Family- and retirement-friendly – Quaint towns like Kingston and Rockwood with safe neighborhoods and legacy schools
Seller’s market – Homes often sell at or above list price with ~62% under asking, and average days on market is ~50 .
Varied property types – Find anything from waterfront estates to farms and rural homes; work with a local expert to match your needs
Welcome home to 321 Rose Circle in Kingston! Built in 2018, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfortable, easy one-level living on a beautiful one-acre lot in ...
What an opportunity! The foundation is set, 4br septic system installed and approved by county, the plans are approved and ready for a new owner to take on this build! ...
Are you looking for your own waterfront retreat on the beautiful shores of Watts Bar Lake? This well-maintained cedar home offers 3,364 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroo...
Better than new and move-in ready! Built in 2023, this beautifully upgraded 2,368 sq. ft. home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious bonus room with a thoughtful f...
Rare Lakefront Opportunity in Grand Vista Bay! This is your chance to own one of the last level waterfront building lots in the prestigious, gated community of Grand ...
Beautifully updated basement ranch offering 2,576 finished square feet on a private, wooded 0.54-acre lot! This move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of moder...
Truly one of a kind! A private 40.11-acre waterfront retreat. This home sits on a corner lot with direct lake access, a private dock, sweeping lake and mountain views. Th...
1.27-acre homesite in the prestigious gated community of Grande Vista Bay. This lot offers a level building site and breathtaking views. Enjoy the natural beauty of TVA's...
Updated Basement Ranch on 1 Acre! Don't miss this beautifully updated 4 bedroom 3 bath basement ranch nestled on an acre just outside Lenoir City in Roane County, TN. ...
Some homes just feel right the moment you walk in, and this is one of them. Welcome to 112 Cedarberry St! This like-new 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers more than 2,400 sq...
Discover the perfect setting for your dream home at 126 Emerald Pointe Circle in Rockwood, Tennessee, where natural beauty, privacy, and lake living come together. This e...
Lake days start just across the road at 1441 Paint Rock Ferry Road! Set on approximately 1.9 wooded, rolling acres, this spacious Kingston home combines views toward Watt...
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