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Jonesborough, TN

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Discover the Storytelling Capital of the World

Suburban Historic Scenic Mountain Views Charming Quaint Vibrant Welcoming Active

Regarded as the “Oldest Town in Tennessee,” Jonesborough was established in 1779 and maintains its historical charm with preservation programs, museums, walking tours along the cobblestone streets of the historic district, and a deep commitment to the art of storytelling.

Known as the “Storytelling Capital of the World,” Jonesborough is home to the International Storytelling Center and hosts the annual National Storytelling Festival, which draws thousands of visitors every October. Jonesborough’s affinity for storytelling also manifests in its many art shows, live music performances, and theatrical productions.

There is plenty to see and do in Jonesborough, with an array of local shops, eateries, markets, and attractions in the downtown area in addition to the exciting Wetlands Water Park at the western edge of town. Outdoor recreation abounds near Jonesborough, with Cherokee National Forest, Warriors’ Path State Park, and Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium all within close proximity. Getting around from Jonesborough is easy with access to U.S. 321.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Jonesborough, TN is $880 for one bedroom, $1,424 for two bedrooms, and $1,388 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jonesborough has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$880/month
465 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Jonesborough, TN is 3.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Jonesborough is 1.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,424. You can expect to pay 7.1% less for groceries, 10.2% less for utilities, and 16.7% less for transportation.

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Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

26

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Jonesborough Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

485 Students

7
out of 10

Lamar Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

421 Students

6
out of 10

Jonesborough Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

416 Students

6
out of 10

Sulphur Springs Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

375 Students

6
out of 10

Lamar Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

421 Students

6
out of 10

Jonesborough Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

416 Students

6
out of 10

Sulphur Springs Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

375 Students

6
out of 10

David Crockett High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,181 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • East Tennessee State University Planetarium
  • ETSU Arboretum
  • Hands On! Museum
  • Gray Fossil Museum
  • Tipton-Hayden State Historic Site

Airports

  • Tri-Cities

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.