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Jefferson CityHomes for Sale in Jefferson City, Tennessee

Jefferson County · Cherokee & Douglas Lakes

Between two reservoirs, twenty minutes from everything.

County
Jefferson
Lakes
Cherokee & Douglas
To Knoxville
≈35 min
To Morristown
≈20 min
Featured home for sale in Jefferson City, Tennessee
Featured listing

434 Jarnigan Street, Jefferson City

$149,900

TOTALLY REMODELED & MOVE-IN READY! Step inside this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring a fresh, updated interior and a comfortable, functional layout. The home offers a full appliance package, including a refrigerator, oven/range, and dishwasher, providing…

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathrooms
  • 744 sq ft
  • 0.17 acres

Listed by Spring Mountain Realty PLLC · (865) 935-0500

Live MLS inventory

Current Jefferson City listings

Active for-sale homes in Jefferson City pulled straight from our MLS feeds and refreshed through the day. Counts, prices, and price ranges update as inventory turns over.

Active listings
37
New this week
7
Median list price
$349,900
Price range
$135,000 – $1,400,000
Single Family Residence at 773 Sellers Road, Jefferson City, TNActive1 day on market

$695,000

773 Sellers Road

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd4 ba3,387 sq ft10.42 ac

MLS# 10001728 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Country Living Realty

Single Family Residence at 510 Meadows Lane, Jefferson City, TNActive2 days on market

$259,900

510 Meadows Lane

Jefferson City, TN 37760

3 bd2 ba1,544 sq ft0.32 ac

MLS# 712852 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Crye-Leike Premier Real Estate LLC

Single Family Residence at 443 Hilltop Drive, Jefferson City, TNActive2 days on market

$349,900

443 Hilltop Drive

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd2 ba1,687 sq ft0.24 ac

MLS# 713188 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Between the Lakes - Dandridge

Single Family Residence at 430 Hilltop Drive, Jefferson City, TNActive3 days on market

$250,000

430 Hilltop Drive

Jefferson City, TN 37760

3 bd2 ba1,000 sq ft0.39 ac

MLS# 713181 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Real Estate Ten Midtown

Single Family Residence at 814 E Jefferson Street, Jefferson City, TNActive3 days on market

$439,000

814 E Jefferson Street

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd3 ba2,424 sq ft0.4 ac

MLS# 713178 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Elite Realty Group

Single Family Residence at 512 Oxford Road, Jefferson City, TNActive4 days on market

$387,900

512 Oxford Road

Jefferson City, TN 37760

3 bd3 ba1,725 sq ft0.73 ac

MLS# 712131 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Between the Lakes - Dandridge

Single Family Residence at 1306 George Avenue, Jefferson City, TNActive5 days on market

$330,000

1306 George Avenue

Jefferson City, TN 37760

5 bd2 ba2,612 sq ft0.3 ac

MLS# 713154 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of The Real Estate Depot

Single Family Residence at 323 Independence Drive, Jefferson City, TNActive98 days on market

$795,000

323 Independence Drive

Jefferson City, TN 37760

3 bd3 ba3,568 sq ft4.99 ac

MLS# 712031 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Greater Impact Realty Lakeway

Single Family Residence at 435 Independence Drive, Jefferson City, TNActive13 days on market

$529,900

435 Independence Drive

Jefferson City, TN 37760

3 bd2 ba2,288 sq ft0.5 ac

MLS# 712300 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of The Home Team Real Estate Company

Manufactured On Land at 406 Mount Horeb Road, Jefferson City, TNActive20 days on market

$339,000

406 Mount Horeb Road

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd2 ba2,079 sq ft2.04 ac

MLS# 313830 · Manufactured On Land

Listing courtesy of Tennessee Tuesdee Real Estate

Single Family Residence at 811 W Cates Street, Jefferson City, TNActive24 days on market

$269,900

811 W Cates Street

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd2 ba2,295 sq ft0.2 ac

MLS# 712970 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Masengill-McCrary

Single Family Residence at 2839 Black Oak Road, Jefferson City, TNActive25 days on market

$269,900

2839 Black Oak Road

Jefferson City, TN 37760

4 bd2 ba1,170 sq ft0.37 ac

MLS# 712954 · Single Family Residence

Listing courtesy of Weichert, REALTORS - Tiger Real Estate

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Live market data

Jefferson City, TN housing market snapshot

These figures are calculated from the Jefferson City homes currently for sale in the local multiple listing services, as of October 5, 2026. They describe asking prices on today's inventory, not closed sale prices.

Active listings
37

7 new this week

Median days listed
42

How long unsold homes have been on the market

Median price / sq ft
$207

Typical home 2,079 sq ft

On an acre or more
9

Acreage listings in Jefferson County

Mention water frontage
7

Lake, river, or water access noted

Questions about buying and selling in Jefferson City

How many homes are for sale in Jefferson City, TN right now?

There are currently 37 homes for sale in Jefferson City, including 7 listings added in the past week. Spring Mountain Realty pulls this count straight from the local multiple listing services and it refreshes through the day.

How much do houses cost in Jefferson City, TN?

The median asking price across the 37 homes currently listed in Jefferson City is $349,900, with active listings ranging from $135,000 to $1,400,000. That works out to a median of about $207 per square foot. Asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for the recent closed sales on a street you are considering.

Is the Jefferson City housing market moving quickly?

The homes currently for sale in Jefferson City have been listed for a median of 42 days. That measures how long today's unsold inventory has been sitting, so a low number points to a faster market and a high number means buyers have room to negotiate.

Can you buy a house with land in Jefferson City, TN?

Yes — 9 homes of the 37 currently for sale in Jefferson City sit on an acre or more. Acreage in Jefferson County is priced very differently from in-town lots, and public records often list the wrong lot size, so we verify acreage and boundaries before you make an offer.

Are there waterfront homes for sale near Jefferson City?

7 listings currently for sale in Jefferson City mention lake, river, or water frontage in the agent's description. Water access varies a great deal — deeded frontage, a community dock, and a seasonal view are all described as "waterfront" — so we confirm exactly what a property conveys before you tour it.

What are homes in Jefferson City, TN typically like?

The typical home for sale in Jefferson City today is about 2,079 square feet and built around 1984, based on the 37 active listings in Jefferson County. Housing stock here spans older in-town homes and newer construction, so condition and updates move price more than square footage alone.

How do I find out what my Jefferson City home is worth?

Spring Mountain Realty prepares a written valuation for Jefferson City homeowners using the recent closed sales nearest your property, adjusted for acreage, water access, and condition. Request one at springmountainrealty.com or call 865-935-0500 and a licensed agent will put it together for you.

Recent sales

What homes are selling for in Jefferson City, TN

153 homes have closed in Jefferson City over the past 12 months at a median sale price of $315,000, with sellers getting about 98% of their asking price. Below are the most recent closings, shown without addresses.

HomeSold forAsking priceSq ftAcresClosed
3 bed, 3 bath$547,180$549,9002,0001.81Oct 2026
4 bed, 5 bath$800,000$849,9005,6965.04Sep 2026
Home, 2 bath$245,000$239,9001,5800.23Sep 2026
3 bed, 2 bath$245,000$239,9001,6200.23Sep 2026
3 bed, 2 bath$270,000$279,9001,2000.92Sep 2026
4 bed, 3 bath$370,000$399,9002,1520.41Sep 2026
Home$59,000$64,000—1.29Sep 2026
3 bed, 2 bath$440,000$489,5002,4841.03Sep 2026
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About Jefferson City

Jefferson City sits on the ridge between Cherokee Lake to the north and Douglas Lake to the south, with a compact brick downtown and Carson-Newman University at its center.

That position makes it one of the few towns in the region with genuine two-lake access, plus quick connections to Knoxville, Morristown, and the Smokies foothills.

What you'll find on the market

The notes below describe general geography and property types, not any specific listing.

In-town homes

Historic and established homes near downtown and campus.

Acreage & land

Newer construction on the town perimeter.

Views, water & retreats

Lake-access and view property on Cherokee or Douglas.

Newer builds & commercial

Farm and pasture acreage in Jefferson County.

Jefferson City, Tennessee landscape — illustrative scene.
Jefferson City · Illustrative

Ridge-top town between Cherokee and Douglas.

Lifestyle

College-town energy on a small scale, walkable streets, and boat ramps on two different reservoirs within fifteen minutes.

Getting around

  • • US-11E and TN-92 through town
  • • I-81 — about 15 minutes
  • • Knoxville — about 35 minutes
  • • Sevierville — about 30 minutes

A look around the area

Illustrative scenes of the landscape that shapes the Jefferson City market.

Brick downtown storefronts — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Brick downtown storefronts
Cherokee Lake shoreline — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Cherokee Lake shoreline
Douglas Lake water to the south — illustrative scene, not a specific listing.
Douglas Lake water to the south

Market context

Historic in-town homes, newer builds on the edges, lake-access property toward both reservoirs, and farm acreage in between. Which lake a property leans toward affects both price and buyer pool.

For current comparable sales, days-on-market, and a property-specific valuation in Jefferson City, request a private CMA from Spring Mountain Realty.

Landmarks & local geography

  • Carson-Newman University
  • Historic downtown
  • Cherokee Lake
  • Douglas Lake

Outdoor recreation

  • Two-lake boating & fishing
  • Panther Creek State Park nearby
  • Greenway walking
  • Smokies day trips

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Equal Housing Opportunity & Fair Housing Notice

Spring Mountain Realty PLLC complies with the federal Fair Housing Act, the Tennessee Human Rights Act, and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics (including Article 10). We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Information on this page describes Jefferson City's geography, lifestyle, and general real estate market context only. It is not a representation about the makeup of any neighborhood, the character of its residents, school assignments or quality, crime, or the suitability of the area for any particular buyer or household. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own independent research — including school assignments through Jefferson County Schools, property tax data through the county assessor, utility and septic availability, and any other criteria personally important to them — and to consult the relevant public agencies.

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