Neighborhood of the Week: Fox Den

This week Neighborhood of the Week makes the trek back out west to one of the most swingin' golf communities in Knox County - Fox Den.

Located in Farragut, Fox Den is more or less the 70s version of Gettysvue - an upscale golf and country club community that was considered by some back in the day to be the most prestigious neighborhood in west Knox County. It's still pretty swank, and many folks are still willing to pay for the privilege of calling Fox Den home.

Other than age and location, Fox Den differs from Gettyvue in three key ways: lot sizes (bigger), architectural styles (groovier) and prices (lower). Most of the homes were built in the 70s and 80s, and although some still sport custom features like sunken wet bars and sunken avocado green jacuzzi tubs, most have since been updated to 21st century standards. These remodeled homes go for top dollar, while fixer uppers usually go for much less, making comps a tough thing in Fox Den.

So if golf is your game, but you find the Gettysvue price tags a little hard to swallow, Fox Den might be a great choice for you.

Here's Fox Den by the numbers -

Fox Den*

Current On-Market Listings - 18
Average Asking Price: $636,756
Median Asking Price: $586,500
Most Expensive: $1,189,900 (5 BR, 4 1/2 BA, 7000+ sq ft on estate sized lot)
Least Expensive: $317,000 (3 BR, 2 1/2 BA, 2100+ sq ft on Fairway #6)
Middle of the Road: $574,000 (3 BR, 3 1/2 BA, 3400+ sq ft completely remodeled)

Current Pending Sales -0
Average Asking Price: NA
Median Asking Price: NA

Closed Sales - Q1 2007 - 1
Average Asking Price - $529,900
Average Sales Price - $435,000
Median Sales Price - NA
Average Days on Market - 83

Closed Sales - Q1 2008 - 2
Average Asking Price - $362,450
Average Sales Price - $308,070
Median Sales Price - NA
Average Days on Market - 176

*Data taken from KAARMLS on 6/016/08 does not include adjacent subdivisions, condos, PUDS, or multi-family units.

As always, if you want any more information about any of these properties just give me a shout.

If you would like to receive a full list of properties for sale in this neighborhood, or if you would like to be notified of new listings, send me an email with either "Current Fox Den Listings" or "New Fox Den Listings" in the subject line and I'll take care of the rest. No spam or sales pitches, never, ever, ever.

Know of a great community that would make an equally great NOTW? Let our voice be heard in the comments.

Neighborhood of the Week: Concord Hills

So far, Neighborhood of the Week has been all around K-Town, from the north to the south and the east to the west. But there's one place NOTW hasn't yet stepped foot in: Farragut. This week it's time to remedy that by taking a look at Concord Hills.

Concord Hills is a large, established community located just off of Concord Road in Farragut and is very convenient to I-40 at either Lovell Road or Campbell Station. One of the best features of the neighborhood, besides the great homes, large lots, well manicured lawns, and numerous trees, is the community recreation association. This association includes a newly remodeled pool and tennis courts, as well as community swim and tennis teams. Concord Hills also has a very active homeowners association, and their website lists numerous neighborhood activities that take place in the community throughout the year.

If you're looking to live in a very well-kept, conveniently located, established neighborhood with a strong sense of community in Farragut, Concord Hills might just be right up your alley.

Here's Concord Hills by the numbers -

Concord Hills*

Current On-Market Listings - 15
Average Asking Price: $445,447
Median Asking Price: $424,900
Most Expensive: $874,900 (5 BR, 6 1/2 BA, 7000+ sq ft)
Least Expensive: $274,900 (4 BR, 4 BA, 3700+ sq ft)

Current Pending Sales -2
Average Asking Price: $279,900
Median Asking Price: NA

Closed Sales - Q1 2007 - 2
Average Asking Price - $349,900
Average Sales Price - $342,900
Median Sales Price - NA
Average Days on Market - 87

Closed Sales - Q1 2008 - 1
Average Asking Price - $419,900
Average Sales Price - $415,000
Median Sales Price - NA
Average Days on Market - 97

*Data taken from KAARMLS on 5/26/08 does not include adjacent subdivisions, condos, PUDS, or multi-family units.

As always, if you want any more information about any of these properties just give me a shout.

Is there a neighborhood you'd like to see here next week? Make a wish for it in the comments, and it might just come true.

Downtown at Farragut

According to Property Scope, the mixed used town center project, Downtown at Farragut, is moving forward:

"Developer Michael Bates said his firm expects to buy the property and break ground on the site within two months.

The project is slated for 68 acres on Kingston Pike between the Town Hall and Kohl's, land that is currently owned by the family of Farragut mayor Eddy Ford. Bates' plan calls for a town square surrounded by more than 175,000 square feet of retail/dining/entertainment space and 150,000 square feet of offices. Loft residences would be located on upper floors of the buildings."

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Downtown at Farragut update - Property Scope