Old Sevier Market Opens in South Knoxville

A new 4,500-square-foot grocery store has opened its doors on Sevier Avenue.

Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Old Sevier Market Opens in South Knoxville

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Old Sevier Market has officially opened at 906 Sevier Avenue in South Knoxville. The new retail space provides a local grocery resource for the surrounding neighborhood.

Why it matters

The market aims to bolster local access to food and household goods in South Knoxville. By operating in the same building as Redbud Kitchen and Hi-Wire Brewing, it integrates into the existing commercial hub.

The retail space occupies 4,500 square feet and operates daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Plans are in place to expand current inventory to include additional local produce and baked goods.

The players

Old Sevier Market

This is a new grocery store located in South Knoxville that aims to serve local residents with a curated selection of products.

Redbud Kitchen

This establishment is a dining venue located within the same building as the new market.

Hi-Wire Brewing

This business operates within the 906 Sevier Avenue building alongside the new market.

The details

The store utilizes a limited selection of brands model to manage its inventory. Customers are invited to provide product recommendations to help shape what the market stocks on its shelves.

Timeline

  1. October 10, 2026: Old Sevier Market opened for business.

  2. Daily, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.: The market is open to the public.

Market Landscape

The opening follows the broader trend of commercial growth within the South Knoxville waterfront district. It positions the business to serve the increasing density of residents and visitors frequenting existing neighbors like Redbud Kitchen and Hi-Wire Brewing.

Residents can influence the store's inventory by submitting product recommendations directly to the management. The 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. schedule offers a consistent daily window for local shopping needs.

The takeaway

This new market serves as an example of how small-format retail can fill gaps in neighborhood grocery access. Residents should check the store regularly as the inventory continues to expand with new local offerings.

Further reading

For more news on new businesses in the area, explore the Knoxville Openings & Closings.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Knoxville News Sentinel.

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