We list 205 sober living homes in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data, with the most in Knoxville (29), Chattanooga (28), and Madison (22). Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
Sober Living / Transitional Housing: the basics
A sober living home, also called a recovery residence, is a shared, substance-free house where people in recovery live together and support each other. Residents pay rent, follow house rules and often attend outpatient treatment or support meetings. Sober living is not treatment itself, but it gives you a stable place to practice recovery skills. Search below to find sober living homes near you. Read the full guide →
2026 rankings
Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank
Best for: Supervised detoxCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Supervised detoxJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers residential care, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale fees.
Best for: Detox and residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Residential treatmentCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers residential care, PHP, IOP, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Memphis, TN 38118
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · Self-pay · Sliding scale +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Dickson, TN 37055
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37206
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Franklin, TN 37067
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37919
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Brentwood, TN 37027
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38105
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Brentwood, TN 37027
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37212
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37228
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Paris, TN 38242
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Jackson, TN 38301
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38114
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37228
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Columbia, TN 38401
Levels of care
Payment accepted
State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37228
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38132
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Shelbyville, TN 37160
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Madison, TN 37115
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Savannah, TN 38372
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37917
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Johnson City, TN 37601
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Elizabethton, TN 37643
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37917
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
White Pine, TN 37890
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · Sliding scale
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Clarksville, TN 37040
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Hermitage, TN 37076
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38105
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Jackson, TN 38305
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
We list 205 sober living homes in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
The most listings are in Knoxville (29), Chattanooga (28), and Madison (22).
Look for state licensing and accreditation (The Joint Commission or CARF), the right level of care for your needs, evidence-based therapies, and insurance compatibility. Read our guide to choosing a rehab or call (833) 589-6933 to talk it through.
Most private plans and Medicaid cover substance use treatment when it's medically necessary, but benefits vary by plan and network. Call (833) 589-6933 for a free, confidential benefits check.
Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.
