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KNOXVILLE, TN 37938

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Knox County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
89
vs 89 last year
Pending
21
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$495,750
⇧ 0.2% vs $494,948 last year
Average Price
$522,513
⇧ 6.4% vs $490,944 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 14.1% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,366  ·  Density: 207.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $81,140

Typical home value: $271,347  ·  Homeownership: 89.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The KNOXVILLE, TN real estate market (37938) currently shows 89 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.2% year-over-year, from $494,948 to $495,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $495,750 (+0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $522,513 (+6.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.4 miles — 1,012 listings ($495,099,777 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
37938Knoxville, TN 379380.0 mi89$46,503,657$495,750$522,513
37754Heiskell, TN 377545.3 mi14$7,421,862$471,500$530,133
37849Powell, TN 378497.6 mi141$64,911,606$399,378$460,366
37912Knoxville, TN 379128.5 mi85$28,603,180$334,450$336,508
37828Norris, TN 378288.9 mi5$2,371,300$484,900$474,260
37921Knoxville, TN 3792110.7 mi135$42,950,520$299,900$318,152
37807Maynardville, TN 3780711.2 mi36$18,709,308$345,000$519,703
37779Luttrell, TN 3777911.7 mi8$3,057,336$449,900$382,167
37806Mascot, TN 3780612.3 mi11$6,824,180$297,750$620,380
37716Clinton, TN 3771613.0 mi101$45,014,589$377,450$445,689
37769Rocky Top, TN 3776913.7 mi27$13,618,071$324,999$504,373
37919Knoxville, TN 3791915.0 mi112$103,530,784$775,000$924,382
37920Knoxville, TN 3792015.4 mi248$111,583,384$424,950$449,933

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938?

As of January 2026, there are 89 active listings in KNOXVILLE, TN (zip code 37938), compared to 89 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938?

The median listing price in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938 is $495,750 as of January 2026, a 0.2% increase from $494,948 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in KNOXVILLE, TN?

Homes in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KNOXVILLE, TN 37938 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in KNOXVILLE, TN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KNOXVILLE, TN 37938 save an estimated $9,915 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $495,750. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.