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Are you looking for quiet towns near Crossville, TN? It’s no secret Crossville has grown A LOT over the past few years.
More traffic on Peavine, more new construction, more people discovering what those of us already here have known for a while: this area is a great place to live.
But if you’ve been in Crossville a long time and you’re starting to feel like it’s getting a little too busy, you’re not the only one.
The good news is you don’t have to leave the Upper Cumberland to find something quieter. A few nearby towns give you that same small-town feel Crossville used to have, without a long drive to get here for appointments, shopping, or seeing family.
Here’s a look at four towns surrounding Crossville that are worth considering.
Grimsley, TN
Grimsley is about as quiet as it gets. This unincorporated community up in Fentress County has a population around 1,100, sitting on high ground on the Cumberland Plateau. Most residents own their homes outright rather than renting, and the area is rural and spread out.
If your goal is genuinely getting away from the noise, not just a smaller version of it, Grimsley gives you just that.
Just know that “quiet” here means fewer restaurants and shops nearby too, so you’re trading convenience for peace and space.
Monterey, TN
Monterey sits right off I-40, about 20 minutes from Crossville, which makes it an easy option if you still want quick access to things. A small town of around 2,800 people, Monterey sits up on the plateau at about 2,000 feet elevation, so summers stay mild and cool.
Cookeville, the hub of the Upper Cumberland, sits just 20 minutes away if you need a bigger city for shopping or specialty appointments.
Sparta, TN
Sparta is the county seat of White County, with a population right around 5,000.
Compared to Grimsley or Monterey, it’s a step up in size, but Sparta still keeps that small-town feel: courthouse square, local businesses, churches, and a strong sense of community.
Retirees and families looking for a lowkey lifestyle without giving up all conveniences tend to love it here.
Sparta sits close to Cookeville, so you get small-town living with a bigger town nearby when you need it. If you love the outdoors, this area is known for waterfalls like Virgin Falls and Twin Falls in Rock Island State Park.
Pikeville, TN
Pikeville is the last option on our list, a true small country town in Bledsoe County with around 2,300 people.
Picture the kind of town where everybody genuinely knows everybody. That’s Pikeville.
For buyers who want maximum distance from anything resembling a crowd, this is the pick. It’s not for everyone, but for the right person, it’s exactly the reset they’re looking for. (If you’re stopping through, I highly recommend grabbing lunch from the Butter Dish!)
Finding Your Own Version of Quiet on the Upper Cumberland
Crossville isn’t going anywhere, and it’s still a wonderful place to live. But if you’ve noticed it’s not quite the sleepy town it used to be, these quiet towns near Crossville, TN might be exactly what you’re craving: same region, same easy access to family and familiar places, just a little more room to breathe.
If you’re weighing a move to one of these towns, I can walk you through what’s currently available and help you figure out which one actually fits your lifestyle. Send me a message and let’s talk it through!
