Rent to own Homes in Johnson City, TN

Founded in 1856, Johnson City offers a high standard of living at a low cost. Known as "Little Chicago," thanks to the role it played in bootlegging during prohibition, the city is also known for another kind of drink--it's the birthplace of Mountain Dew. If you enjoyed that brief history lesson, then you'll love the 18th-century buildings found in Jonesborough, Tennessee's oldest town, which is just a short drive away.

Johnson City, TN is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $42,174 and a median rent of $775, the Johnson City, TN rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Johnson City, TN. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Johnson City, TN rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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1 of 36 1716 VIRGINIA AVE
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Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37664
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1
1980 ft2
1943
270 BEARFIELD RD
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Single Family Home
Chuckey, TN 37641
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2
3944 ft2
1980
1 of 56 200 Arrowhead Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37601
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2
1080 ft2
1995
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2900 RUSSUM AVE
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37604
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1
1107 ft2
1970
New
1959 Boones Creek Rd
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Single Family Home
Jonesborough, TN 37615
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2
1891 ft2
1986
1809 W Lakeview Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37601
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3
1240 ft2
2004
1120 Miller Dr
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Jonesborough
Townhouse/Condo
Jonesborough, TN 37659
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2
1662 ft2
2020
New
1 of 92 119 LYNNWOOD DR
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Oak Grove
Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37615
3
2
2826 ft2
1970
2121 DAVE BUCK RD
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Central
Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37601
2
2
960 ft2
1998
305 Hallbrook Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Gray, TN 37615
2
2
1218 ft2
1997
177 CARR CEMETERY RD
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
3
2
2128 ft2
2019
1 of 21 600 Hallbrook Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37615
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2
2208 ft2
1999
1 of 81 2700 Indian Ridge Rd
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
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2
2112 ft2
1995
1 of 32 1709 CHEROKEE RD
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Cherokee
Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37604
2
3
2460 ft2
2007
1 of 20 602 Hallbrook Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37615
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2
2208 ft2
1999
1 of 23 1905 Knob Creek Rd
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
3
2
1535 ft2
1989
114 COLT LN
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
3
2
1780 ft2
1979
1 of 37 1011 OAK ST
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
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1
1473 ft2
1940
1 of 40 2203 GREENBRIAR CIR
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
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3
1590 ft2
1980
1 of 35 1313 E FAIRVIEW AVE
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Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
3
3
1200 ft2
2001
1 of 40 2205 GREENBRIAR CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
3
3
1590 ft2
1980
404 CARTER SELLS RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
2
2
1406 ft2
2006
400 Sunset Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
2
2
1152 ft2
1986
New
1953 Boones Creek Rd
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Single Family Home
Jonesborough, TN 37615
3
2
2496 ft2
1981
New
216 University Pkwy
Rent to Own Eligible
South Side Johnson City
Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
2
2
1081 ft2
1971
New
603 E Mountcastle Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37601
3
3
1946 ft2
1980
1 of 70 1098 Cherokee Rd
Rent to Own Eligible
Cherokee
Townhouse/Condo
Johnson City, TN 37604
2
3
1518 ft2
2008
New
1 of 33 2911 RUSSUM AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37604
3
2
1215 ft2
1970
110 COLT LN
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Johnson City, TN 37601
2
1
1190 ft2
1979
New
1 of 62 1724 FIELD RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Elizabethton, TN 37643
3
2
2278 ft2
1937
New
4336 BLUFF CITY HWY
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Bluff City, TN 37618
2
2
1620 ft2
1987
New
287 PIERCY ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Blountville, TN 37617
3
2
2268 ft2
1965
237 Echo Lane Ext
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Bluff City, TN 37618
3
1
2796 ft2
1959
5556 HIGHWAY 19 E
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Hampton, TN 37658
3
2
1722 ft2
1982
1 of 55 1605 VANCE ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37664
3
1
1052 ft2
1950
New
109 MAYFIELD DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Elizabethton, TN 37643
3
1
912 ft2
1985
New
1 of 54 277 JH FAUVER RD
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Single Family Home
Blountville, TN 37617
3
2
2550 ft2
1976
New
1 of 11 112 PARKER ST
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Single Family Home
Erwin, TN 37650
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1
950 ft2
1930
New
617 HIGHWAY 91
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Elizabethton, TN 37643
2
2
1316 ft2
2004
New
1 of 48 2008 FORT ROBINSON DR
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Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37660
4
2
2237 ft2
1948
New
946 RIVERSIDE AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37660
3
1
1898 ft2
1938
140 Evergreen Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37617
4
2
2460 ft2
1958
537 HICKORY RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Bristol, TN 37620
3
2
1342 ft2
1995
New
1 of 41 144 RAINTREE DR
Rent to Own Eligible
Lynn Garden
Single Family Home
Kingsport, TN 37665
3
2
2688 ft2
1962
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Buying a Home in Johnson City, TN

Johnson City, TN is seeing rapid growth and Johnson City, TN's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -22% below the 2024 national average. Johnson City, TN is part of Washington county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county Washington is 0.59% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top Reasons to Live in Johnson City TN

Housing in Johnson City Johnson City is a great place to consider purchasing a home, renting an apartment, or finding a rent to own house. There are lots of options for housing in Johnson City--both rentable and buyable. A relatively low proportion of homes in Johnson City are owned--just 47%. Rented accommodation makes up 43% of the remaining properties, while 10% are vacant. Meanwhile, the number of house sales is decreasing. From May through July 2013, there were 199 sales, down 40% from the same time last year, while the residential turnover rate has remained at 21%. The median sales price has increased slightly, however, to $145,000. Johnson City is a place where there are opportunities for rental homes as well.

Local Shopping The best shopping in town is at The Mall at Johnson City, an upmarket shopping center with dozens of great fashion stores, a jewelery boutique, and several places to purchase a pair of shades for protection from the Tennessee sun. For something unique to Johnson City, head to the Boones Creek Potters' Gallery and Gift Shop. This store has beautiful pottery, wood carvings, hand-blown glass, and art perfect for brightening up your home.

Tourist Attractions Johnson City's greatest tourist attraction actually lies outside its city limits, in the great outdoors of the Roam Mountain State Park and the Cherokee National Forest. A hike through these stunning parks is priceless, not to mention free. Within the city, you've got the Reece Museum, part of the Center for Appalachian Studies and Services, which exhibits art and artifacts from the Appalachian region. Youngsters, though, might appreciate the Hands On! Regional Museum on E Main Street a little more, where the focus is firmly on learning and discovery through play and interaction.

Largest Employers and Industries Healthcare and education provide most of the jobs in Johnson City, with Mountain States Health Alliance employing 3,500 people alone. Other major employers in the area include Citi Commerce Solutions and American Water Heater Company, which is headquartered directly in the city. Over a fifth of the population are professionals, while 15% are employed in the service industry.

Local Events and Festivals The annual Appalachian Fair is held every August at the Appalachian Fairgrounds, with exhibitors from across the area, fairground rides, and live musical entertainment. Music fans won't want to miss the three-day Blue Plum Festival in June, which also features an urban art competition and special activities designed just for kids. First Friday is a monthly event that spreads art and music throughout the downtown area, creating a jovial atmosphere on the streets.