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.