🏘️ McGhee Terrace (Maryville)
- Mixed housing setup with one- and two-bedroom apartments plus three-bedroom townhouses
- Centrally located near the Greenbelt, Midland Plaza, and Broadway
- A practical in-town option for families who want usefulness over flash
- Worth a look for households trying to stay close to everyday Maryville routines
Best for: Families who want an in-town Maryville location with straightforward access to daily errands, walking routes, and practical housing types.
McGhee Terrace is one of those places that may not get talked about enough in normal housing conversations, but it absolutely deserves a spot on a practical-family list. The Maryville Housing Authority says this 49-unit property on McGhee Street includes one- and two-bedroom apartments as well as three-bedroom townhouses.
That mix is important because it gives families more than one kind of setup to consider. Some households need a smaller apartment that keeps costs and upkeep simpler. Others really do need townhouse-style space. McGhee Terrace at least puts both on the table.
Location is the bigger win here. The Housing Authority says residents are just blocks away from The Greenbelt, Midland Plaza, and Broadway. For family life, that means this area can work well for people who want to stay close to Maryville basics instead of spending half the week driving back and forth across town.
I also like that this is the kind of area where the tradeoff feels honest. You are choosing usefulness: easier access to routines, an in-town location, and housing that sounds designed for real households instead of only polished curb appeal.
Why families may want McGhee Terrace on the list
- The apartment-plus-townhouse mix gives families more flexibility than a one-format property
- Being near the Greenbelt is a real quality-of-life perk for walks, bikes, and wiggle-burning
- Midland Plaza and Broadway access make ordinary errands simpler
- It makes sense for households that want Maryville convenience without chasing a prestige address
Good to know
- This is also a Maryville Housing Authority property, so it fits best for families exploring income-qualified/public-housing options
- The Housing Authority's June 2024 application page said all waiting lists besides Broadway Towers were open at that time, with expected waits varying by unit size
- If a three-bedroom in-town option is your goal, this is one I would put on the short list to check sooner rather than later