Why Live in Murray Hills
Murray Hills, a suburb just outside Chattanooga, offers a mix of mid-20th-century homes and newer craftsman-style properties. The neighborhood's proximity to major employers like Volkswagen and Amazon, located 3 miles east in an industrial park, and downtown Chattanooga, 7 miles west, makes it a convenient location for commuters. The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is also just 3 miles south. The area is primarily car-dependent, with Highway 58 providing easy travel routes. Homes in Murray Hills are situated along traditional suburban streets with cul-de-sacs and feature driveways and multi-car garages. The neighborhood is served by Hamilton County Schools, with options like Harrison Elementary, Brown Middle School, and Central High School, as well as the Chattanooga School for the Liberal Arts. For higher education, Chattanooga State Community College is located along the Tennessee River within the neighborhood.
Murray Hills features several parks and recreational areas, including Chickamauga Lake, which offers boating, fishing, and swimming. Tennessee Riverpark, a 150-acre urban greenway, provides 13 miles of trails, fishing piers, and boat launches. The Chickamauga Dam Day Use Area and Booker T. Washington State Park offer additional outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and playgrounds. Murray Hills Park is a smaller greenspace with a playground and picnic tables. For shopping, residents have access to Lake Hills Shopping Center, which includes a Food City, United Grocery Outlet, and Walgreens Pharmacy. Local dining options include Portobello's, known for Italian cuisine, and Ankar's Hoagies, a long-standing sandwich shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Murray Hills a good place to live?
Murray Hills is a good place to live. Murray Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Murray Hills is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Murray Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.5 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $74,853 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 31.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Murray Hills are home owners, with 48.3% of residents renting and 51.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Murray Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Murray Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Murray Hills, TN a safe neighborhood?
Murray Hills, TN is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Murray Hills?
The median home price in Murray Hills is $469,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Murray Hills. The average household income in Murray Hills is $75K.
What are the best public schools in Murray Hills?
The best public schools that serve Murray Hills are:
What are the best private schools in Murray Hills?
The best private schools that serve Murray Hills are:
- The Bright School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St Jude School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- St. Peter's Episcopal School has a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Home Trends in Murray Hills, TN
On average, homes in Murray Hills, Chattanooga sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Murray Hills, Chattanooga over the last 12 months is $447,990.
Median Sale Price
$447,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$469,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$439,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$480,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$242,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$469,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
