Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Knoxville, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 31 assisted living communities in Knoxville, TN using TN Dept. 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: 25/ 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: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Knoxville, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Pinnacle Assisted Living
AL
RC
Knoxville
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
Yes
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 36
Rank #479 / 520
Private Rooms- 63.5% Beth Anne WattsAltillo, LLC
666 days
Facility 666 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #37 / 182
7229.2%70.8%0%0%4.2%2.8%4.2%22.2%20.8%45.8%2.8%95.8%
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 36
Rank #358 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 27
Rank #287 / 386
88.1% Todd TaylorBfg Knoxville Opco, LLC
334 days
Facility 334 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #124 / 182
8325.3%74.7%0%0%0%1.2%32.5%32.5%24.1%9.6%3.6%96.4%
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 36
Rank #230 / 520
Studio / Studio Deluxe
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #191 / 386
-Caroline Brooks WilderKnoxville Al/Mc, LLC
323 days
Facility 323 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #127 / 182
8132.1%67.9%1.2%0%0%2.5%19.8%25.9%38.3%12.3%2.5%97.5%
Morning Pointe of Lenoir City
AL
MC
Lenoir City
59
Facility 59
TN AVG 88
Rank #310 / 425
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 36
Rank #379 / 520
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 27
Rank #297 / 386
100.0% Lyndsay WilliamsLoudon County Medical Investors, LLC
695 days
Facility 695 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #29 / 182
8426.2%73.8%0%0%0%3.6%9.5%19%35.7%32.1%-100%
Morning Pointe of Knoxville
AL
MC
Knoxville
81
Facility 81
TN AVG 88
Rank #204 / 425
Yes
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 36
Rank #507 / 520
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
80.2% Kristy RitchWestland Medical Investors LLC
620 days
Facility 620 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #51 / 182
7614.5%85.5%1.3%0%0%2.6%5.3%15.8%27.6%47.4%-100%
Wellington Manor Knoxville
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Knoxville
65
Facility 65
TN AVG 88
Rank #273 / 425
Yes
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 36
Rank #259 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #191 / 386
-Holly SmarrWellington Manor Knoxville, LLC
774 days
Facility 774 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #11 / 182
3721.6%78.4%5.4%0%0%2.7%10.8%13.5%24.3%43.2%-100%
Morning Pointe of Powell
AL
MC
Powell (Powells Crossroads)
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 88
Rank #207 / 425
Yes
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 36
Rank #479 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 27
Rank #328 / 386
87.5% Michael ToniettiPowell Medical Investors, LLC
654 days
Facility 654 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #41 / 182
11924.4%75.6%0%0.8%0%0%9.2%16.8%28.6%44.5%-100%
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Knoxville
AL
MC
Knoxville
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 88
Rank #289 / 425
Yes
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 36
Rank #487 / 520
Studio / 2 Bed- 98.3% Anita EstesWestland Alzheimer's Investors, LLC
517 days
Facility 517 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #77 / 182
9624%76%1%0%0%12.5%13.5%19.8%26%27.1%-100%
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City
AL
MC
RC
Lenoir City
44
Facility 44
TN AVG 88
Rank #376 / 425
Yes
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 36
Rank #279 / 520
Studio
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 27
Rank #314 / 386
90.9% James Clinton FordLoudon Alzheimer's Investors, LLC
416 days
Facility 416 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #98 / 182
7131%69%0%0%1.4%2.8%11.3%26.8%25.4%32.4%-100%
The Courtyards – Knoxville
AL
MC
RC
Knoxville (Black Oak-Inskip)
57
Facility 57
TN AVG 88
Rank #315 / 425
No
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 36
Rank #350 / 520
-- 66.7% Michelle Renee StewardContinuum Courtyards, LLC
408 days
Facility 408 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #102 / 182
6224.2%75.8%0%8.1%1.6%21%8.1%14.5%19.4%27.4%1.6%98.4%

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every TN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 31 analyzed for Knoxville.

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Overview of Pinnacle Assisted Living

Welcome to Pinnacle Assisted Living, a serene living community located in West Knoxville, TN. This promising senior living community specializing in assisted living is surrounded by calming natural settings. The community offers 64 beautifully designed apartments, including private and companion suites with private baths. Residents can enjoy the flexibility of furnished or unfurnished accommodations, creating a home-like atmosphere. With easy access to popular attractions like Turkey Creek, the community provides both relaxation and convenience.

Pinnacle Assisted Living offers a range of amenities, from a craft area and library to walking paths and fire pits. Residents benefit from personalized care, wellness programs, housekeeping, and delicious Southern-style meals. With a pet-friendly environment and all-inclusive rates, this community creates a welcoming atmosphere where seniors can thrive in comfort and community.

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Overview of Trinity Hills of Knoxville

BFG Knoxville Opco-operated and Todd Taylor-administered, Trinity Hills of Knoxville is a 109-bed assisted living community offering memory care and respite care services in the Chilhowee Hills neighborhood of Knoxville, Tennessee. The two-story building at 4611 Asheville Highway supplies flexible housing options with studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, catering to different care needs and preferences.

Operating for 19 years, the community has a steady occupancy at 88 percent. This established presence in the area reflects the trust residents and families place in the facility. The car-dependent neighborhood setting has a Walk Score of 24. This means occupants and visitors depend on personal transportation for most errands, though manageable is getting around the accessible highway location. Trinity Hills of Knoxville is pet-friendly, letting occupants bring their companions there, a crucial feature for those wanting continuity with a longtime pet. The starting price is $4,900 monthly, giving families a clear baseline for budgeting care costs. Room options span from compact studios to spacious two-bedroom units, letting residents and their families select the configuration best for their situation.

Trinity Hills of Knoxville’s three-level care approach, assisted living, memory care, and respite services makes it a pragmatic choice for families handling different care stages or needing momentary respite support while caring for a loved one at home.

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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 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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Overview of Morning Pointe of Knoxville

Offering a peaceful retreat for active seniors, Morning Pointe of Knoxville in Knoxville, TN, is a lively senior living community that offers top-notch assisted living designed to help seniors live their best lives. Residents enjoy personalized care that supports their independence, along with medical assistance, transportation, and delicious meals. The vibrant community provides a range of activities, exercise programs, and group outings organized by a dedicated senior care team, ensuring that seniors stay engaged and active.

Morning Pointe of Knoxville fosters an elevated living experience and vibrant lifestyle with their array of engaging activities and fun amenities. With daily exercise and physical activities, creative and nurturing programs, and intergenerational events, there’s always something exciting to do. The community offers fresh, made-from-scratch meals in a welcoming dining environment and provides 24-hour personalized care services, including health and medication management, grooming assistance, and more.

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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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Overview of Morning Pointe of Powell

Tucked away in Powell, TN, Morning Pointe of Powell is a compassionate assisted living community. The community offers personalized care to seniors, ranging from a little help with daily activities to comprehensive care plans. Residents enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with medical assistance, transportation to appointments, delicious meals, and plenty of social opportunities. The community’s ideal location provides quick access to Tennova Healthcare Campus, Powell High School, the Broadacres Subdivision, and the Karns & Halls suburbs, encouraging a convenient and vibrant lifestyle.

At Morning Pointe of Powell, residents benefit from a range of amenities and programs designed to enhance their quality of life. Licensed nurses provide health and wellness oversight, and staff are available 24/7 for personalized care and medication management. Daily life enrichment programs include exercise and physical activities, creative and sensory programs, lifelong learning, and intergenerational activities with local schools and colleges. Residents also enjoy live entertainment, organized group outings, and opportunities for volunteering and community projects.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Knoxville

Set in Knoxville, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Hardin Valley is an idyllic senior living community that offers memory care in a warm, supportive environment. The community provides the right level of care for residents at any stage of memory loss at the comfort of their well-designed accommodations. Seniors at The Lantern can enjoy a safe, structured setting that promotes a higher quality of life through personalized support and engaging activities.

The community features amenities designed to enhance residents’ well-being and comfort. With programs tailored to various stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia, The Lantern at Morning Pointe ensures each individual receives care that aligns with their needs. Amenities include daily exercise, sensory and cognitive programs, intergenerational activities, and organized group outings, all fostering a vibrant, inclusive community.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City

Situated at 155 Morning Pointe Drive in Lenoir City, Tennessee, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City operates a 44-bed memory care community administered by James Clinton Ford under Loudon Alzheimer’s Investors, LLC. The facility does not accept Medicare or Medicaid, operating exclusively on private-pay terms. The facility has operated for 13 years.

The facility occupies a single-story building 2.9 miles from Lenoir City’s city center and 0.17 miles from Pulmonary And Sleep Consultants hospital. Current census is 40 residents (91% occupancy, well above Tennessee’s 71.6% state average), indicating strong local demand and financial stability. Housing consists of 338-square-foot studio apartments. Transportation and fitness/recreation are offered. Pets are permitted.

The community operates two distinct programs differentiated by stage of cognitive decline. The Lamplight Program targets early-to-moderate memory loss residents in a secure, activity-rich environment. The Lantern Program serves advanced-stage residents in a calming, personalized, intimate setting.

Licensed nurses and clinical staff staff the facility 24/7, managing health oversight, medication, and personalized care services with 24-hour accessibility. Daily programming includes exercise, creative and sensory activities, and life-long learning. Caregiver support groups and life enrichment programming are offered. Respite care is available.

The resident census reflects advanced aging: 32.4% are age 90+, 25.4% ages 85–89, and 26.8% ages 80–84. Average length of stay is 416 days. In 2024, 34 residents were admitted and 34 discharged. Discharge destinations: 5 to hospitals, 8 to nursing homes, 3 to other facilities, and 18 deceased; a mortality rate reflecting the facility’s role as a terminal-stage memory care provider.

Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients are prepared in-house with full table service. No-salt-added and reduced-concentrated-sweets dietary accommodations are available.

Walk Score is 34 (somewhat walkable; most trips require transportation).

The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City addresses private-pay memory care families managing advanced Alzheimer’s and dementia in a two-tiered program model, with significant resident mortality reflecting the facility’s specialization in advanced and terminal stages of cognitive decline.

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Overview of The Courtyards – Knoxville

Administered by Michelle Renee Steward, The Courtyards – Knoxville is a 57-bed residential community on East Inskip Drive in Knoxville, Tennessee. Operated by Continuum Courtyards, LLC, it’s currently at 67 percent capacity with 38 residents in place. The home serves older adults seeking residential support services in Knoxville.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 25. A few nearby services are then walkable, with most daily errands and appointments demanding transportation. This moderate accessibility is typical of many residential care settings outside downtown, making the community convenient for families traveling by car.

For families contemplating The Courtyards – Knoxville, touring it is the best way to learn about specific service, housing options, daily activities, dining arrangements, and amenities on site. Speaking directly with the administrators can help you know how the home matches your dearest one’s care needs and lifestyle preferences.

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Weighting overview

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