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Clifton Hills

Clifton Hills

$160,419 Average Value
$174 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Clifton Hills offers convenience just outside downtown Chattanooga

Just north of the Tennessee-Georgia line is the serene suburb of Clifton Hills. This convenient neighborhood stretching along Route 27 is home to an array of local businesses seated in the heart of Chattanooga. Clifton Hills is a cozy suburban home with all your convenient amenities along the shore of Chattanooga Creek.

Clifton Hills streets are lined with trees and offer shady paths for walking.
Clifton Hills streets are lined with trees and offer shady paths for walking.
The vinyl sided ranchers are a staple in Clifton Hills.
The vinyl sided ranchers are a staple in Clifton Hills.
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Homes are less expensive than in other nearby neighborhoods

Clifton Hills is a relatively affordable market, with single-family houses range from the $100,000s to the $300,000s on small, grassy lots of land. These properties are typically hardwood or brick, with smaller yards and sprouts of overshadowing trees. Residents live between the highway and the winding creek, so they have all their daily conveniences on one side and outdoor recreational space on the other.

Find new and old builds alike in Clifton Hills.
Find new and old builds alike in Clifton Hills.
Keep an eye out for architectural details like this arched porch in Clifton Hills.
Keep an eye out for architectural details like this arched porch in Clifton Hills.
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Sculpture parks, mountain views and sports fields close to home

Speaking of recreational space, while Clifton Hills is in the city, there are still many quiet outdoor escapes for residents to find. Play a game of soccer or explore the playground at the centrally located Caruthers Park. Just northeast of the area is Montague Park, home to the largest sculpture parks in the Southeast, with eye-catching installations on a tranquil green space. But the most popular destination near Clifton Hills is Lookout Mountain, a picturesque attraction just 14 minutes away where you can get a spectacular view from the Incline Railway.

Sculpture Park is a beautiful respite for Clifton Hills residents.
Sculpture Park is a beautiful respite for Clifton Hills residents.
Caruther's Park is a great place to spend some pent up energy in Clifton Hills.
Caruther's Park is a great place to spend some pent up energy in Clifton Hills.
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Locally owned shops and restaurants along Rossville Boulevard

Clifton Hills is home to a host of businesses and services, most of them on the neighborhood's east side along Rossville Boulevard. Just drive down this long stretch of road to find your nearest commercial spots, including convenience stores, beauty salons, professional services, eateries and thrift shops. Many of these are locally owned and all within easy walking or biking distance from home thanks to the sidewalks that line the streets. When it's time for a shopping break, take a seat at one of the boulevard's independent establishments, like Chubby's Bar-B-Q for mouthwatering barbecue sandwiches and Gallo Giro Restaurant and Market for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Grab some lunch at Chubby's BBQ in Clifton Hills.
Grab some lunch at Chubby's BBQ in Clifton Hills.
Find traditional Mexican fare at Gallo Giro in Clifton Hills.
Find traditional Mexican fare at Gallo Giro in Clifton Hills.
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Physical activity is encouraged through school extracurriculars

Young people in Clifton Hills attend classes in the Hamilton County Schools district. Clifton Hills Elementary School keeps its students on their feet with extracurricular activities for younger kids like Girls on the Run and Operation: Get Active. Orchard Knob Middle School offers a vibrant athletics department, with teams from cheerleading to cross country. The Howard School is part of the county's Future Ready Institutes, which provide career-focus study programs to prepare students for post-graduation life. There are a few charter and private school options around Clifton Hills as well.

Clifton Hills Elementary serves many of the neighborhood's younger students.
Clifton Hills Elementary serves many of the neighborhood's younger students.
Orchard Knob Middle is a place where students activate their intellectual and physical talents.
Orchard Knob Middle is a place where students activate their intellectual and physical talents.
The Howard School is an older long standing school for downtown students.
The Howard School is an older long standing school for downtown students.
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Interstate 24 connects to Chattanooga shopping, events and amusements

After a long day of work and school, take advantage of all the sights and attractions that the big city has to offer. Chattanooga's Main Street is just north of Montague Park and gives you a lovely vintage storefront of restaurants, shops, cafes and amusement spots. Experience the city's many cultural festivals, sporting events and live concerts, shop the ware of over 50 farms at the Chattanooga Market or cruise along the water at Chickamauga Lake. If you're traveling out of town, Interstate 24 runs along the north side of the neighborhood, so commuting is easy.

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Parks in this Area

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Airport

Lovell Field

18 min drive

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Rossville Blvd & 38th

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Rossville Blvd & 40th

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49th & Wilson

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51st & Wilson

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English Ave & 49th

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Rossville Blvd & 39th

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Wilson & Hooker Rd

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Clifton Hills US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 9 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 10 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Clifton Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$237,450
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$174

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
269
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,255
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,632
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,878
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$53,965

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
73%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
10%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

20 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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