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Oak Ridge, TN

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Uncover the Secret City’s rich history

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Established in 1942 by the United States Government, Oak Ridge was formed to be the site of the Manhattan Project—the secret World War II program that developed the atomic bomb—and the home base for the tens of thousands who worked on the project, along with their families. Oak Ridge, sometimes referred to as “The Secret City” and “The Atomic City,” became an independent city in 1959. Oak Ridge honors its past with the Manhattan Project National Historical Park, the American Museum of Science and Energy, and the annual Secret City Festival held each June.

Located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Oak Ridge offers residents plenty of options for outdoor recreation. The 173-mile-long Melton Hill Lake is a popular destination for rowing, boating, and fishing. Oak Ridge’s 12 scenic greenways and 16 beautiful parks offer ample space for a broad range of land-based activities. Quick access to I-40, I-75, and the Oak Ridge Turnpike connects the city to nearby Knoxville and beyond.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Oak Ridge, TN is $1,015 for a studio, $1,056 for one bedroom, $1,267 for two bedrooms, and $1,848 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oak Ridge has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,056/month
653 Sq Ft
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Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

33

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

Linden Elementary

Public

Grades K-4

543 Students

8
out of 10

Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

721 Students

7
out of 10

Woodland Elementary

Public

Grades K-4

419 Students

7
out of 10

Glenwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-4

367 Students

7
out of 10

Robertsville Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

702 Students

6
out of 10

Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

721 Students

7
out of 10

Robertsville Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

702 Students

6
out of 10

Oak Ridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,587 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Secret City Scenic Excursion Train
  • University of Tennessee Arboretum
  • American Museum of Science and Energy
  • Children's Museum of Oak Ridge

Airports

  • McGhee Tyson

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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.