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Best Assisted Living in Knoxville, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 30 assisted living communities in Knoxville, TN using Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in TN
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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,408The average monthly cost across facilities in Knoxville, TN. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 23/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Knoxville, TN. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Knoxville, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

NHC HealthCare, Farragut
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Knoxville
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 88
Rank #186 / 425
No
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 34
Rank #357 / 551
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #139 / 387
-Karla LaneNhc Healthcare/Farragut, LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #152 / 185
6421.9%78.1%3.1%0%4.7%6.3%15.6%17.2%26.6%26.6%32.8%67.2%-
Arbor Terrace of Knoxville
AL
MC
Knoxville (Cedar Bluff)
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 425
Yes
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 34
Rank #159 / 551
1 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #139 / 387
-Kelli JohnsonArhc Atknotn01 Trs, LLC
427 days
Facility 427 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #98 / 185
8830.7%69.3%0%1.1%3.4%11.4%6.8%17%25%35.2%1.1%97.7%1.1%
Knoxville Landing
AL
IL
MC
Knoxville (Lake Brook Boulevard)
102
Facility 102
TN AVG 88
Rank #137 / 425
Yes
13
Facility 13
TN AVG 34
Rank #434 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #159 / 387
78.4% Michele BlankenshipWillow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L
623 days
Facility 623 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #51 / 185
11733.3%66.7%0%0.9%3.4%8.5%12.8%18.8%25.6%29.9%1.7%97.4%0.9%
Northshore Heights
AL
MC
Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
No
6
Facility 6
TN AVG 34
Rank #476 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed- 82.4% Carrie CatherwoodNorthshore Heights, LLC
716 days
Facility 716 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #21 / 185
8234.1%65.9%0%0%2.4%3.7%11%18.3%35.4%29.3%1.2%97.6%1.2%
Wellington Manor Knoxville
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Knoxville
65
Facility 65
TN AVG 88
Rank #273 / 425
Yes
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 34
Rank #259 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #159 / 387
-Holly SmarrWellington Manor Knoxville, LLC
774 days
Facility 774 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #11 / 185
3721.6%78.4%5.4%0%0%2.7%10.8%13.5%24.3%43.2%-100%-
Deane Hill Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Deane Hill)
124
Facility 124
TN AVG 88
Rank #71 / 425
Yes
40
Facility 40
TN AVG 34
Rank #230 / 551
Studio / Studio Deluxe
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #159 / 387
-Caroline Brooks WilderKnoxville Al/Mc, LLC
323 days
Facility 323 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #129 / 185
8132.1%67.9%1.2%0%0%2.5%19.8%25.9%38.3%12.3%2.5%97.5%-
Windsor Ridge Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Central Avenue Pike)
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 88
Rank #249 / 425
No
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 34
Rank #317 / 551
Studio
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #216 / 387
80.0% Bridgett BurchfieldWindsor Operator, LLC
541 days
Facility 541 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #72 / 185
10238.2%61.8%0%1%2%2.9%14.7%16.7%25.5%37.3%-100%-
Rain Forest Landings
AL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Truewood By Merrill)
62
Facility 62
TN AVG 88
Rank #282 / 425
No
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 34
Rank #393 / 551
Suite
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 24
Rank #302 / 387
95.2% Nicole MccroryLandings Operator, LLC
327 days
Facility 327 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #128 / 185
5930.5%69.5%1.7%0%3.4%6.8%13.6%23.7%23.7%27.1%5.1%93.2%1.7%
Morning Pointe of Lenoir City
AL
MC
Lenoir City
59
Facility 59
TN AVG 88
Rank #310 / 425
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 34
Rank #378 / 551
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #280 / 387
100.0% Lyndsay WilliamsLoudon County Medical Investors, LLC
695 days
Facility 695 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #31 / 185
8426.2%73.8%0%0%0%3.6%9.5%19%35.7%32.1%-100%-
American House West Knoxville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Downtown West)
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 425
Yes
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 34
Rank #139 / 551
-
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #216 / 387
0Jen JonesEc Opco West Knoxville, LLC
348 days
Facility 348 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #121 / 185
5552.7%47.3%0%3.6%5.5%5.5%20%18.2%27.3%20%3.6%94.5%1.8%
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Knoxville
AL
MC
Knoxville
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 88
Rank #289 / 425
Yes
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 34
Rank #486 / 551
Studio / 2 Bed- 98.3% Anita EstesWestland Alzheimer's Investors, LLC
517 days
Facility 517 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #79 / 185
9624%76%1%0%0%12.5%13.5%19.8%26%27.1%-100%-
Trinity Hills of Knoxville
AL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Chilhowee Hills)
109
Facility 109
TN AVG 88
Rank #122 / 425
Yes
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 34
Rank #357 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 24
Rank #272 / 387
88.1% Todd TaylorBfg Knoxville Opco, LLC
334 days
Facility 334 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #126 / 185
8325.3%74.7%0%0%0%1.2%32.5%32.5%24.1%9.6%3.6%96.4%-
The Pointe at Lifespring
AL
MC
Knoxville
94
Facility 94
TN AVG 88
Rank #174 / 425
Yes
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 34
Rank #401 / 551
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 24
Rank #337 / 387
77.7% Rebecca Scott MillsMeridian Knoxville Oe, L.p
653 days
Facility 653 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #44 / 185
8924.7%75.3%0%0%1.1%7.9%14.6%27%22.5%27%2.2%97.8%-
Pinnacle Assisted Living
AL
RC
Knoxville (Waterville Lane)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
Yes
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 34
Rank #478 / 551
Private Rooms- 63.5% Beth Anne WattsAltillo, LLC
666 days
Facility 666 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #39 / 185
7229.2%70.8%0%0%4.2%2.8%4.2%22.2%20.8%45.8%2.8%95.8%1.4%
StoryPoint Knoxville West
AL
MC
Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center)
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 88
Rank #141 / 425
Yes
11
Facility 11
TN AVG 34
Rank #443 / 551
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #216 / 387
75.0% Linda WomackSenior Living Manor Group, LLC
172 days
Facility 172 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #156 / 185
8045%55%0%1.3%0%2.5%3.8%35%20%37.5%13.8%86.3%-
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Overview of Nhc HealthCare, Farragut

The National HealthCare Corporation or the NHC Farragut strives in providing short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitative care; they have been awarded twice for their recognition for the ‘Customer Approved Award’ and the ‘Employee Approved Award’ by the Customers for Outstanding Experience.

They provide housing options for assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and home care; management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live comfortably in their new homes. NHC Healthcare Farragut strives in working every day with quality service to its residents so that residents maintain a level of independence and individuality.

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Overview of Arbor Terrace of Knoxville

Nestled in the enticing neighborhood of Knoxville, TN, Arbor Terrace of Knoxville is an enticing community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Created with you in mind. This community understands that each resident has unique interests, preferences, and abilities, so this community made sure to include all the special touches that make it feel welcoming. Offering floor plans designed to provide comfort, luxury, and convenience.

At Arbor Terrace Knoxville, host family gatherings in your spacious apartment or inviting community spaces. Enjoy personalized support at the wellness center and indulge in pampering at the on-site beauty salon and spa. Explore beautiful outdoor areas for peace and comfort, and take advantage of top-notch amenities like award-winning dining, accessible transportation, and housekeeping. Whatever support you need, it’s right here. Join this vibrant community and craft a luxurious lifestyle just for you.

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Overview of Knoxville Landing

Knoxville Landing (Formerly Atria Weston Place) is a pet-friendly retirement community in Knoxville, TN, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Promoting a home-like atmosphere, the community ensures older adults are treated like a family. With 24-hour care, recreational activities, and housekeeping services, residents have a worry-free living. The community is dedicated to meeting older adults’ needs with personalized care plans.

Residents can find new interests and live actively with a variety of daily activities, encompassing educational, social, and cultural. An outdoor grill, walking paths, and a library are among the community’s state-of-the-art amenities that provide residents with opportunities to interact with their peers. Surrounded by local amenities, residents have easy access to their necessities. As one of Knoxville’s esteemed senior living communities, the community is a great choice for retirement.

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Overview of Northshore Heights

Settled in the beautiful setting of South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN is the renowned senior living community of Northshore Heights offering assisted living and memory care. The community promises a relaxing and safe retirement by featuring several options for a comfortable and well-designed residence including various studios, private and companion suites, and one-bedroom deluxe. Moreover, Northshore Heights offers different levels of care based on seniors’ needs and preferences.

The community provides a haven for couples to live their retirement together while receiving the care and assistance that matches their needs. Stay happy and immersed in your surroundings with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Eat well and feel your best with healthy and tasty meals to meet dietary needs and preferences. Northshore Heights is ideal for seniors and their partners seeking to live every moment of their best years without worries.

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Overview of Wellington Manor Knoxville

Ease your mind with the trusted senior living community of Wellington Manor Knoxville residing on the harmonious grounds of Andersonville Pike, Knoxville, TN, offering assisted living and memory care. The community provides beautifully designed and sophisticated accommodations, fostering unmatched comfort and convenience. Enjoy your golden years doing what you love with a supportive team tending to your special needs and preferences.

Meet new friends and create lasting moments together for a life well lived. With fun activities and enjoyable programs, the community empowers seniors to explore new interests and relive passions. Multiple dining options await seniors at every mealtime to cater to residents’ needs and preferences. Wellington Manor Knoxville is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.

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Deane Hill Place

401 Catherine Mcauley Way, Knoxville, TN 37919
Overview of Deane Hill Place

Serving residents for 27 years, Deane Hill Place is a two-story assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. The community at 401 Catherine McAuley Way is administered by Caroline Brooks Wilder under Knoxville AL/MC. With 124 beds and a two-story building layout, Deane Hill Place, to fit different needs and preferences, offers studio and studio deluxe room options. The neighborhood scores 40 on the Walk Score scale, so some errands are walkable, with most trips requiring transportation.

Occupants with pets or who would like to keep one can do so at the pet-friendly home. Its long tenure in Knoxville has allowed it to establish relationships and integrate into the surrounding neighborhood.

State inspections conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health have primarily underscored administrative documentation and operational practices. The facility has upheld compliance with routine regulatory requirements.

Deane Hill Place offers a stable, established option with a reasonable size and pet-friendly policies, noteworthy for families considering assisted living in Knoxville. An on-site tour provides a good sense of daily cultures, room options, and care approaches.

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Overview of Windsor Ridge Assisted Living

Serving the area since 1999, Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is a one-story, 70-bed assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. Operating under Windsor Operator, LLC, with administrator Bridgett Burchfield overseeing daily operations, it maintains an 80 percent occupancy rate, indicating it operates near capacity.

The community occupies a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 29, so most errands and activities demand a quick drive. The area is typical of Knoxville’s residential settings, offering a calmer environment for residents. Windsor Ridge Assisted Living offers studio-style housing options for occupants needing assisted living support.

Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is subject to oversight by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities. Regulatory inspections have been conducted since 2019, documenting the facility’s active compliance efforts.

Touring can provide families evaluating the facility firsthand insight into its accommodations, available services, and daily life there.

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Overview of Rain Forest Landings

A 62-bed assisted living community administered by Nicole McCrory serving Knoxville residents needing support with daily living is Rain Forest Landings. Operating for 14 years, it’s operated by Landings Operator, LLC, and maintains strong occupancy at 95 percent.

The home delivers three care types: assisted living, memory care, and respite care. It’s part of the Inspirit senior living network and is Windsor Ridge Assisted Living’s sister community, bringing a shared commitment to supporting resident independence and wellness. The memory care program is tailored to serve residents navigating cognitive decline and memory loss. Found in the Truewood by Merrill neighborhood on Rain Forest Road, the car-dependent community sits where almost all errands need a vehicle. This setting suits residents and families who don’t need an urban or highly walkable location.

Inspection records from the Tennessee Department of Health show the community has maintained compliance well below the state average citations, indicating consistent adherence to regulatory standards over the years.

The facility is reachable for inquiries surrounding available rooms, services, and admission.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Lenoir City

Settled in the beautiful town of Lenoir City, TN, Morning Pointe of Lenoir City is an inviting senior living community that offers top-notch assisted living care for seniors. Residents enjoy medical assistance, transportation to appointments, delicious meals, and a vibrant social environment. With a variety of activities, exercise programs, entertainment, and group outings organized by the professional care team, residents have ample opportunities to live a vibrant and fulfilling life.

The community features daily exercise and physical activities, creative and sensory programs, and life-long learning opportunities. Residents benefit from 24-hour access to personalized care services, medication management, and health oversight by licensed nurses. The community also offers fresh, delicious meals made from scratch using local ingredients, ensuring a delightful dining experience in a welcoming environment. With a dedicated team and a comprehensive range of services, Morning Pointe provides a nurturing and supportive home for seniors.

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American House West Knoxville

8024 Gleason Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919
Overview of American House West Knoxville

Set in Knoxville, TN, American House West Knoxville is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Featuring beautifully designed private apartments, a bustling social calendar, and just-right support, the community guarantees residents a comfortable and secure residence with access to necessary care even as their needs change. The community’s ideal location provides easy access to great dining, shopping and cultural attractions that fosters a vibrant living experience.

Committed to delivering compassionate service that make residents proud to stay at American House West Knoxville, they offer various amenities and conduct an array of engaging activities. Residents live comfortably with services like meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities. Residents indulge in a great dining experience with deliciously prepared meals and dining assistance for those who require an extra help.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Knoxville, TN

What is the average cost of assisted living in Knoxville, TN?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Knoxville, TN is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Knoxville, TN?

Assisted living in Knoxville, TN typically ranges from $4,500–$7,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Knoxville, TN?

Assisted living facilities in Knoxville, TN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Tennessee Medicaid cover assisted living?

Tennessee Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Tennessee) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.