Key takeaways
- Median single-family sale price, last 12 months: Anderson County $347,650, Knox County $399,000, a gap of about $51,000.
- Anderson County's median price is up 7.0% from the prior 12 months, so prices are not falling.
- New listings are flat compared with last year (1,206 in the past 12 months versus 1,179 the year before).
- 57% of active Anderson County listings have been priced below their original list price (October 2026).
- Clinton is about 20 minutes from West Knoxville.
I have been selling homes in Anderson County for a long time. I have never seen the math work better for buyers than it does right now.
The Numbers Are Plain
Over the last 12 months the median single-family sale price in Anderson County was $347,650. In Knox County it was $399,000. That is a gap of about $51,000. That buys you a lot. That buys you a better house for the same payment or the same house for a smaller payment.
| 12 months to Oct 26, 2026 | Anderson County | Knox County |
|---|---|---|
| Median sold price | $347,650 | $399,000 |
| Homes sold | 944 | 7,666 |
Source: East Tennessee Realtors (ETR) MLS, single-family homes sold in the 12 months ending October 26, 2026. Medians are calculated from MLS records. Current figures are on our Anderson County market page.
New listings in Anderson County are about flat compared with last year: 1,206 in the past 12 months versus 1,179 the year before. Steady inventory means sellers have to price realistically and buyers get to pick from real inventory instead of settling for whatever is left.
What You Actually Get
Some people hear "better value" and think they are giving something up. You are not. You get the same mountains. The same lakes. The same access to Knoxville jobs. The same TVA power and fiber internet. Anderson County is not a compromise. It is a smarter place to start.
Clinton puts you 20 minutes from West Knoxville. Oak Ridge has its own schools and its own economy. Norris Lake is right there. The commute math works.
What This Means for Buyers
If you are waiting for the market to cool off, here is what the numbers say. Prices are not dropping: the Anderson County median is up 7.0% from the prior 12 months. But sellers are adjusting. As of October 2026, 57% of active listings had been reduced from their original price. You have room to negotiate. You have time to think. You do not have to write an offer an hour after a house hits the market.
Common questions
Is Anderson County cheaper than Knox County?
Yes. Over the 12 months ending October 26, 2026, the median single-family sale price was $347,650 in Anderson County and $399,000 in Knox County.
How far is Clinton from Knoxville?
Clinton is about 20 minutes from West Knoxville.
Can buyers negotiate in Anderson County right now?
Often, yes. As of October 2026, 57% of active Anderson County listings had been reduced from their original price, and typical homes sold for about 98% of list. Every home is different, so ask us for the recent sales near the one you want.
Who can help me buy in Anderson County?
Sanders Property is a Clinton, Tennessee team working with Stephenson Realty & Auction. Call or text 865-564-7966.