Storage Units Near Knoxville

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Knoxville, Tennessee.

What You Should Know About Knoxville, TN

Knoxville is the third-largest city in Tennessee after Memphis and Nashville. It has a population of 184,465 and has grown by 3.51% since 2010. It is the seat of Knox County, so it is a significant location for the local and state government. The city belongs to the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which has around 900,000 people. It is best known as a bustling university town near beautiful natural parks and scenery.

What to Do in Knoxville

Knoxville, TN, offers much to locals and visitors, especially if one loves nature. Here are some hot spots around the city that people enjoy.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: In recent years, Knoxville has become one of the main gateways to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the most frequently visited parks in the nation. This park is a popular attraction for its Appalachian mountain culture and diverse plant and animal life.

Educational Experiences: Knoxville is home to the American Museum of Science and Energy, one of the world's largest energy exhibitions. There is also The Muse, a hands-on science center geared more toward children and teens.

Historic Houses: Knoxville has many preserved architectural structures that tell unique stories from our nation's past. James White's Fort is the former home of Gen. James White and holds authentic artifacts from the area's first settlers. The Mabry-Hazen House was built in 1858 and contains memorabilia from the Civil War since Union and Confederate soldiers occupied it. The Ramsey House Plantation was built in 1797 and preserves many pieces of its original furniture and gardens.

Other Parks: The Ijams Nature Center is a 150-acre park with paved trails, seasonal concerts, nature walks, and owl prowls (when in season). The Knoxville Botanical Gardens are just five minutes from downtown and contain 47 acres of gardens, trails, and gorgeous plant life.

River Tour: Visitors and locals who want a change of scenery can enjoy a day or evening out on the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. Passengers can go sightseeing during the day or get tickets for an epic dinner cruise with live entertainment.

Working in Knoxville

Knoxville is the home to several national and regional companies that provide a steady source of employment to the area. For this reason, the unemployment rate is 3.2%, 0.7% lower than the national average. Jobs have also grown by 0.9% in the past year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 37.5%, higher than the U.S. average of 33.5%. The Median household income is $33,494 a year, which is lower than the U.S. average but is in line with the area's lower cost of living.

Knoxville Neighborhoods

Knoxville has a variety of neighborhoods that accommodate different family structures and living situations.

• North Hills: Median home price is $199,000
• Fairmont: Median home price is $149,000
• Oakwood: Median home price is $159,000
• Lincoln Park: Median home price is $139,000
• Island Home: Median home price is $259,000
• Lake Forest: Median home price is $219,000

Knoxville School District

The student-to-teacher ratio in Knoxville is 15:1, which is lower than the national average of 16:1. The public schools in Knoxville belong to the Knox County Schools System, which comprises 50 elementary schools, 14 middle schools, and 14 high schools. The system spends around $8,600 per student, around $4,000 less than the national average. There are also 50 private and parochial schools in the area.

Regarding higher education, there are 12 colleges and institutions of higher learning in the 50-mile radius around Knoxville. The University of Tennessee is the most well-known in the area and makes up much of Knoxville's local culture, especially during the football season. Students attend many community colleges near Knoxville, contributing to the city's "college vibe."

Moving to Knoxville Resource Guide

Those interested in moving to Knoxville should know the right services and resources that provide essential amenities.

• Electric, Gas, Sewer, and Water: The Knoxville Utilities Board, known as KUB, provides water, sewer, electric, and natural gas to the Knoxville area.
• Trash Disposal: The Waste Connections of Tennessee serves Knoxville and the Eastern Tennessee area.
• Phone/Internet/cable: The top internet providers in the Knoxville area are Xfinity, AT&T, and Spectrum. They belong to a list of internet providers in the region, many of which also provide phone and cable services in savings bundles.
• Local Government: The city is governed by a council of nine members, including a Vice Mayor and Mayor. Locals can reach the City Council by calling the City Recorder's Office

Knoxville Housing

The homes in Knoxville are a tasteful blend of new to historic homes, many of which are from the mid-20th century. Knoxville's living cost is 6.5% lower than the national average. Home values average $171,700, which has increased 8.4% in the past year. Buyers can find some affordable properties, especially in areas that don't have waterfronts.