Oak Ridge, NC

Oak Ridge is a city located in Rutherford County, North Carolina. The population was 20,872 at the 2010 census. Oak Ridge is the principal city of the Oak Ridge Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a population of 153,887 at the 2010 census.

Oak Ridge was founded in 1942 as part of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The city was named for its oak trees, which were used for fuel and other materials needed in the project. The city's development was spurred by its proximity to two nuclear facilities: Y-12 National Security Complex and K-25 National Security Complex. Today, Oak Ridge is home to numerous businesses and organizations related to energy production and national security.

Real estate in Oak Ridge is dominated by government and military housing complexes. These complexes are often older and have lower property values than other types of housing in the area. However, there are a number of newer developments in Oak Ridge that offer more affordable options for homeownership. There is also a significant amount of commercial real estate available in the city, including office buildings, retail stores, and apartments.