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Newport, TN Area Guide

A tranquil town set between the wilderness and lakes

Rural Scenic Lake Outdoors

Incorporated more than 200 years ago, Newport is an easygoing city in east Tennessee. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and Douglas Lake, Newport offers peaceful rural living in a fantastic scenic setting.

Locals gather at popular neighborhood spots like the Grease Rack for a good steak, and East Tennessee Coffee Company for fresh coffee and small plates. The Pigeon River runs through town, and makes for fantastic views from Newport’s Main St. I-40 runs through town, connecting to the lake and all the activities it offers. Knoxville is just 48 miles to the west, meaning the conveniences of the big city are well within reach.

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Newport, TN is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

30 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

17 / 100

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

Newport Grammar School

Public

Grades PK-8

Centerview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Bridgeport Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

Edgemont Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Northwest Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Newport Grammar School

Public

Grades PK-8

Centerview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Bridgeport Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

Edgemont Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Northwest Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Cocke Co High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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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 2026.