LAKEMOOR HILLS

Lakemoor Hills at a Glance

Lakemoor Hills is a distinctive South Knoxville neighborhood located along the river and accessed from the Alcoa Highway (US-129) corridor. Often referred to locally as “South Sequoyah” due to its position across the Tennessee River from Sequoyah Hills, Lakemoor Hills offers a similar sense of privacy and setting—without trying to replicate the feel of a formal, historic boulevard neighborhood.

What sets Lakemoor Hills apart is its terrain and architecture. The neighborhood is hilly, wooded, and view-oriented, with a notable concentration of mid-century and contemporary homes—many designed to take advantage of the landscape, light, and water proximity.

Location & Connectivity

Lakemoor Hills sits in South Knoxville near key connectors, including Alcoa Highway (US-129), making it convenient to downtown, UT/medical, and the airport corridor while still feeling removed once you’re inside the neighborhood. It’s also close to the riverfront and trails near Cherokee Farms/adjacent waterfront areas, which adds to the “quiet side of the river” appeal.

Homes & Architectural Character

Most homes in Lakemoor Hills were built in the 1960s and 1970s, with styles that include ranchers and contemporary multi-level designs—an era and aesthetic that many buyers associate with Knoxville’s best mid-century living.

You’ll also find:

• Larger lots and occasional acreage

• Homes with lake/river frontage or water views in certain sections

• A limited number of newer construction homes, often on premium sites (particularly river-adjacent lots), which creates a blend of established character and updated build options without turning the neighborhood into a high-volume new construction environment.

This mix is part of the appeal: Lakemoor Hills doesn’t read like a single-era subdivision. It reads like a neighborhood that evolved around land, views, and long-term ownership.

Lifestyle & Setting

Lakemoor Hills is best understood as a setting-driven neighborhood. The streets are shaped by the hills. Many homes are oriented for privacy and views. And the overall feel tends to be quieter and more residential than the busier corridors nearby.

For buyers who love mid-century design—open sightlines, natural materials, indoor/outdoor flow—Lakemoor Hills is one of the South Knoxville neighborhoods where that architecture shows up in a meaningful way (not just one-off homes).

HOA & Neighborhood Structure

Lakemoor Hills is supported by an active voluntary homeowners association, which plays a meaningful role in maintaining the neighborhood’s character, safety, and shared spaces. Participation is optional, but many residents choose to be involved due to the tangible benefits the association provides.

The association supports neighborhood-wide initiatives such as entrance and streetscape maintenance, landscaping of common areas, safety enhancements coordinated with local authorities, and communication systems designed to keep residents informed. It also helps steward shared gathering spaces like Lakemoor Legacy Park and organizes occasional community and beautification efforts that reinforce neighborhood connection.

Rather than enforcing architectural controls or mandatory fees, the Lakemoor Hills Homeowners Association focuses on preservation, safety, and quality of life through voluntary participation and collaboration.

Who Lakemoor Hills Is Best Suited For

Lakemoor Hills is a strong fit for buyers who:

• Value mid-century and/or contemporary architecture and want a neighborhood where that style is common

• Prefer privacy, hills, and water-adjacent setting over a flat, uniform streetscape

• Want proximity to downtown/UT/medical corridors while living in a quieter residential pocket

• Appreciate established neighborhoods with long-term ownership patterns

• Are open to a range of home types—from original mid-century residences to select newer builds on premium sites

Buyers seeking a walkable commercial district, uniform new construction, or master-planned amenities may be happier in other Knoxville areas.

Lakemoor Hills Compared to Nearby Neighborhoods

• Sequoyah Hills: more formal historic identity and boulevard character; Lakemoor Hills tends to feel more landscape-driven and mid-century oriented (and sits across the river).

• Island Home / Lindbergh Forest: more classic early-20th-century neighborhood patterns; Lakemoor Hills is more mid-century and contemporary in its residential rhythm.

Is Lakemoor Hills Right for You?

If you’re drawn to neighborhoods where the setting matters as much as the home—hills, trees, and water proximity—and you want architecture with personality rather than cookie-cutter repetition, Lakemoor Hills is one of South Knoxville’s most compelling options.

Buyers also exploring established South Knoxville neighborhoods may want to compare Island Home or Lindbergh Forest for a more classic historic neighborhood feel.