Relocating to Washington County
Moving to Jonesborough, Tennessee
Charming, deeply historic, and quaint. As Tennessee's oldest town, it boasts a beautifully preserved, highly walkable federal-style brick downtown and serves as the storytelling capital of the world.
Jonesborough market snapshot
MLS dataMedian price
$442,000
Avg days on market
66
At a glance
Is Jonesborough right for you?
Vibe & location
Charming, deeply historic, and quaint. As Tennessee's oldest town, it boasts a beautifully preserved, highly walkable federal-style brick downtown and serves as the storytelling capital of the world.
Real estate profile
Competitive pricing with high emotional demand. Features beautifully restored 18th/19th-century historic homes, peaceful rolling country acreage, and localized new construction pockets.
Best for
History buffs, retirees, storytelling enthusiasts, and those looking for a tight-knit, picture-perfect small-town community close to Johnson City.
Why people love Jonesborough
- National Storytelling Festival
- Walkable historic downtown
- Excellent Washington County schools
- Close to Johnson City amenities
Popular neighborhoods
Local playbook
Jonesborough resource directory
Schools, utilities, healthcare, licensing, and more — the local contacts you'll need to settle into Jonesborough. Filter by category or search by name.
Education & Childcare
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Washington County Schools
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Grandview Elementary School
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David Crockett High School
Utilities, Financial Planning, & Credit Unions
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BrightRidge - Electric & Fiber Broadband
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Jonesborough Regional Water System
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Eastman Credit Union - Jonesborough
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Greater Experience Credit Union - Jonesborough
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Edward Jones (Financial Advisor: Sierra Brucia)
Local Insurance Agencies
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Farm Bureau Insurance - Washington County
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Larry Weems - State Farm
Active Senior Centers & Older Adult Programming
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Jonesborough Senior Center
Bureaucracy, Licensing, & Taxes
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Washington County Clerk
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Washington County Trustee
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Washington County Property Assessor
Healthcare & Emergencies
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Washington County Sheriff's Office
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Washington County EMS
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Emergency Services
Call 911 for emergencies.
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Johnson City Medical Center - Ballad Health
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Franklin Woods Community Hospital - Ballad Health
Recreation, Outfitters, & Lifestyle
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David Crockett Birthplace State Park
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Jonesborough Visitors Center
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Jackson Theater
Electric Vehicle Charging
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EVolutions Electrical
Electric vehicle charging — Contact: Chris Fontenot
Landscaping / Mowing
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Creekside Landscapes
Contact: Roberto Martinez
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- Cell: 423-833-7371
- Email: shaneohare@remax.net
- Office: 904 Sunset Drive Ste 1, Johnson City, TN 37604