First Creek at Austin
Located less than one mile east of Knoxville’s revitalized downtown area on the 23-acre site of the former Austin Homes, First Creek at Austin is at the intersection of Summit Hill Drive and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Less than one-half mile from the Old City district, the site – initially developed in 1941 – will again serve hundreds of families.
The property is undergoing a full redevelopment to increase the number of available affordable housing units; enhance curb appeal; add public spaces; and provide a direct connection to the Old City.
The first phase of 105 units was completed in November 2021. A second phase of 180 units is scheduled to open in early 2024. The final phase will include approximately 160 units to be added in late 2025.
Features & Amenities
- Approximately 420 residential units of mixed-income housing
- Comprehensive overhaul of site infrastructure
- Improved site topography
- New layout of public roads and sidewalks
- Installation of new underground utilities
- Creation of large green space/recreation area
- Addition of community commercial facility
Location Information
Knoxville, Tennessee 37915
865-357-2348
Floor Plans
Community Information
- Harriet Tubman Park across the street
- Nearby grocery store
- Numerous nearby churches
- Knoxville Area Transit access
- Public schools: Green Elementary, Vine Middle, Austin-East High
- On-site resident services staff