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Dupont

Dupont

Suburban Neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hamilton County 37343, 37415

$318,548 Average Value
$182 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Between the river and a lively shopping scene

At the edge of the Tennessee River, Dupont is a residential enclave full of midcentury homes bordered by a lively shopping and dining scene. "It's near Chickamauga Lake, you're 15 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, there's a ton of stores – it's just really convenient," says Evan Barron, a Realtor with eXp Realty. In 1948, the DuPont nylon factory opened a manufacturing facility across the river of downtown Chattanooga, drawing new workers to the area. Homes quickly sprung up around the factory, becoming the Dupont neighborhood. Though the facility closed in 2015, and a new manufacturer occupied the space, its impact on creating a community is still alive.

Mid-century homes along the hills

The largest residential area lies to the north end of the neighborhood. Curving roads lead to a sprawling suburban landscape, with homes dotting the hilly terrain. Many properties have long front drives, with homes set far from the road. Many of the properties in Dupont are owner-occupied, single-family homes, built during the factory's heyday -- the 1950s to the 1970. Though some contemporary housing is peppered throughout, common architectural styles include ranch-style homes, mixed-material split-levels and the classic bungalow – a favored style for Chattanooga. Contemporary homes have characteristic twists like center A-frames and attached sunrooms. Prices range from $250,000 to $500,000.

Dupont Park and riverfront views

Dupont Park has nearly 13 acres of lush greenery with four soccer fields, several picnic pavilions and walking trails under the shade of trees. "Dupont Park is the best place if you love disc golfing; it's got a really great course. If you're in Tennessee, disc golfing is a pretty big thing," says Barron. The Champions Club Tennis Complex is just west, alongside the Rivermont Park baseball fields and boat ramp. The south of Dupont borders the Tennessee River, making Tennessee Riverpark a quick trip across the C.B. Robinson Bridge. This park offers a ton of open green space for picnicking and stunning river views. For jogging and biking, the Riverpark has a long, diverse paved greenway system that winds through the trees and past the water.

Hamilton County School District

"The greater area of Hixson has one of the better school systems in Chattanooga— there's over 26 schools around the neighborhood, so there's plenty of options," Barron says. Students in Dupont fall within the Hamilton County School District. They can attend Dupont Elementary, Hixson Middle School and Hixson High School, all of which scored B's on Niche. Hixson High has several hands-on Future Ready Institutes in subjects such as healthcare, agriculture and business to prepare students for life post-graduation. Chattanooga State Community College is 3 miles away, just across the Tennessee River, and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is about 7 miles south.

Flood risk

Bordering the Tennessee River to the south, Dupont is at risk of occasional flooding.

Travel in Dupont and beyond

The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) serves several bus stops along Hixson Pike, with routes to the Northgate Mall. The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is about 8 miles south, and the CHI Memorial Hospital is located within Northgate.

Bordered by a bustling shopping and dining district

State Route 153 borders Dupont to the east, while State Route 319 bisects the neighborhood. Proximity to these major roads provides Dupont access to major commercial areas, such as Northgate Mall, which has big-box stores, restaurants and a kids’ play area. Just north along State Route 153 is a Walmart and Target. Sprinkled in with the big-name retailers are locally owned businesses, such as salons, gift shops and restaurants. Little Tokyo Express serves fresh hibachi, and Fiesta Mexicana is a popular local spot with a festive vibe. According to Manager Asher Merida, the Pollo con Arroz is particularly popular. “it’s called Pollo con Arroz on the menu, but a lot of people know it as pollo loco,” says Merida. “It sells out every single day.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Landon Bowman

    Landon Bowman

    Keller Williams Realty

    (423) 380-0169

    22 Total Sales

    1 in Dupont

    $296,000 Price

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  • Jim Lea

    Jim Lea

    Keller Williams Realty

    (706) 956-0268

    248 Total Sales

    3 in Dupont

    $168K - $326K Price Range

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  • Michael Bishop

    Michael Bishop

    Bishop Realty LLC

    (423) 436-8346

    58 Total Sales

    2 in Dupont

    $275K - $295K Price Range

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  • Jay Hudson

    Jay Hudson

    Responds Quickly

    Greater Chattanooga Realty, Keller Williams Realty

    (706) 450-8110

    319 Total Sales

    1 in Dupont

    $223,000 Price

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  • Paul Avratin

    Paul Avratin

    United Real Estate Experts Chattanooga

    (423) 380-1818

    112 Total Sales

    1 in Dupont

    $224,900 Price

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  • Joal Henke

    Joal Henke

    Responds Quickly

    Greater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty

    (706) 944-8972

    222 Total Sales

    1 in Dupont

    $550,000 Price

    Joal Henke
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Lovell Field

19 min drive

Bus

Hixson Pk & Highwood

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Hixson Pk & Hamill

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Hixson Pk & Ymca

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Hixson Pk & Williams

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Hixson Pk & Dupont Pkwy

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Hixson Pk & Cloverdale

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Hixson Pk & Bagwell

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Dupont US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Dupont Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Dupont, Chattanooga sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dupont, Chattanooga over the last 12 months is $305,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$320,000
Median Sale Price
$305,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$317,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
101
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
893
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,949
On par with the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,672

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,839
Median Age
39
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$54,891
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,242

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
29.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.4%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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