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 mid-2023, and at least 83 more units will be added in late 2023.

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

Floor Plans

• 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