Kingsport, TN

Bays Mountain is a 3,550 acre outdoor playground. Home to Otters, deer, bobcats, wild turkeys, beaver dams wolf habitat and a cave system. It has 27 miles of hiking trails that weave around the park up in the mountains and around the lake. It has a learning center and a planetarium. There are barge rides, and duck watching. Up-close views of falcons, owls, snakes and turtles. Perfect for an afternoon with family. A great place to picnic and enjoy the beauty of the area. Check out their website at www.baysmountain.com

Just another perk to living in Northeast Tennessee!

Hey guys I jusT posted two great homes that are located in the heart of my home town and I know with the changes happening in the work place that some of you may have to be RELOCATED TO NEW AREAS for your jobs... If that is the case let me just tell you KINGSPORT, IS GREAT PLACE TO WORK AND LIVE whether you are raising or want to raise a family or would much rather have entertainment, good restaurants, and activities to do.

SCHOOLS: Many of our local schools are 21st CENTURY CLASSROOMS

Award-winning schools [and the fact that we are the only municipality in the United States to guarantee four semesters of college tuition to every graduating senior] are just one indication that Kingsport's primary focus is on nurturing our families, whether they're established or just beginning to grow. Kingsport's continuous efforts on behalf of our young people are brilliantly apparent everywhere you look, as our bright community frequently features family-centered festivals, cultural events, and learning opportunities at little or no cost to residents. We WELCOME to our family community diversity. Please come check out us.. we would love to have you...

This Rosedale Community that these 4 homes are located in offers its residents outstanding opportunities for both primary and secondary education. Kingsport City Schools, comprised of seven elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school, is committed to providing excellence in education for all students.

All Kingsport City Schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The System has also received the Governor's A+ Award each year it has been offered. In 1996, Money Magazine ranked Kingsport City Schools one of the top 10 school districts in the United States that offered academic excellence in an area with reasonably-priced housing.

HEALTHCARE

I know that this is another area that is important for families...

It has been reported that the medical and dental facilities meet the highest standards of quality, and feature two major hospital systems [including a "Thomson Top 100 Heart Hospital," which is a designation based on patient outcomes]. With a focus on preventative care and state-of-the-art technology and support,

Here is some number of Just for Kingsport and Sullivan county

the city of Kingsport and its surrounding area have capitalized on a temperate climate, abundant natural resources, and a capable workforce to create a fulfilling, affordable, and accessible quality-of-life on every level.

Come and live... We would love to have you.

I recently listed a very nice home that has been on the market, with 2 other Realtors, for the past couple of years.

At my listing appointment, I was very honest with the sellers and told them that if they want to sell, their home MUST be priced correctly for TODAYS market. I convinced them to reduce the price and their home went under contract in 2 weeks!!!

Sometimes it is tough to be honest with our clients because we don't want to hurt their feelings, but, honesty truly is the best policy in business.

My very first blog post was this listing I sold. New Listing - 326 Bayberry Dr. Kingsport, TN 37663

As a agent I travel alot of places out-of-state and in state and I truly believe we have LOCALLY some of the most Award-winning schools. Inside the city of Kingsport you can clearly see that the FOCUS remains on NURTURING OUR FAMILIES. Kingsport seems to have a strong goal-oriented team that strives on establishing the younger minds and helping the older mind advance and grow. It a wonderful site to see.

All Kingsport City Schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Kingsport offers outstanding opportunities for both primary and secondary education. They are made up of seven elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school, is committed to providing excellence in education for all students.

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A couple of weeks ago I was reading an article written by someone whom I think keeps the most updated on recent news about the Tri-cities especially Kingsport and that is Mr. Fleming. He mention something stating some data that I thought you may like to know if you are considering this area for your new home.

Kingsport is ranked 14th in the country for the second quarter running for appreciation in home values and for the past 12 months, housing prices are up 3.93 percent, with a five-year appreciation of 32.41 percent.

2008 3rd quarter endings report: September 30, housing prices in Kingsport were up .69 percent, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency.