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North Johnson City and Boones Creek
North Johnson City and Boones Creek are the more suburban side of the area. North Johnson City sits near shopping, dining and the medical district, while Boones Creek is growing quickly, with access to both Johnson City and Gray and homes that often have larger yards.
- Feel
- Suburban
- Near
- Shopping, medical district
- Outdoors
- Winged Deer Park, Boone Lake
- Yards
- Often larger in Boones Creek
Who it suits
Families who want a yard, and people who would rather drive five minutes to the grocery store than live above a restaurant. Newer subdivisions mean less renovation work than many older in-town houses.
Outdoors nearby
Winged Deer Park has hiking trails, a disc golf course and access to Boone Lake for fishing and boating, and it makes a good place to watch the sun go down over the water.
Trying it out
Rent our furnished Johnson City home for three months and drive these streets during your real commute, including school drop-off if you have kids. To check your dates, send Sophia your dates.
Common questions
Is Boones Creek part of Johnson City?
Boones Creek is a fast-growing area with access to Johnson City and Gray. Check the exact address for city limits, school zones and utilities, because they vary.
Where is the best place for families near Johnson City?
It depends on your schools and commute. Families often compare North Johnson City, Boones Creek, Gray and Jonesborough for larger yards.
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Last reviewed November 2026.
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