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A Chattanooga suburb on the edge of Chickamauga Lake
Across the Tennessee River and under a thick cover of trees is the suburb of North Gate-Big Ridge. Rommel Ramos, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Chattanooga, says that one of the most significant effects of Chattanooga’s downtown development has been the corresponding growth of the suburbs in Hamilton County. He said residents can get away from the traffic and rising home prices of Chattanooga while still enjoying easy access to all its attractions. "Communities like North Gate-Big Ridge have the best of both worlds," says Ramos. "Residents can have award-winning schools and lower property taxes while still being within 10 minutes of Chattanooga." Locals have access to Chickamauga Lake, multiple parks, and a range of shops and restaurants at Northgate Mall, all within 10 miles of downtown Chattanooga.
Wooded properties in suburban subdivisions
Winding roads cut through forests 10 miles north of Chattanooga, leading to a residential landscape that blends suburban and rural. Many of the subdivisions that make up North Gate have a distinct vibe, from the fenceless and wooded lots of Colonial Shores and the manicured lawns of Amber Brook to the lakeside homes to the southeast of the neighborhood. Architectural styles include updated Cape Cods, Tudor-style cottages, New Traditional-style homes in planned subdivisions, spacious ranch-style homes with ample outdoor living space and waterfront Colonial Revival estates with private boat docks. Prices typically range from $350,000 to $600,000, though some homes directly on the lake sell for $750,000 to $1 million.
Closer together on streets North Gate - Big Ridge sit on medium lots.
Small craftsman homes on medium size lots are located near the parks in North Gate - Big Ridge.
North Gate - Big Ridge sits west of the Harrison Bay.
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Exploring the waters of Chickamauga Lake
The Chickamauga Dam, a hydroelectric dam built across the Tennessee River in 1940, defines much of the outdoor recreation throughout North Gate-Big Ridge. Once completed, the dam created Chickamauga Lake, which forms the area's eastern border. Residents can bike the trails at Tennessee Riverpark, paddle the still waters on kayaks, fish for bass along the shore or explore the lake by boat from the docks of the Big Ridge Yacht Club. Farther inland, the Greenway Farms Dog Park is a 180-acre park along with 6 miles of trails, boat ramps, indoor facilities and a popular dog park. One of the Greenway trails leads to a historic log cabin and community gardens. To the west of the neighborhood is the Big Ridge AMC Theater in the Northgate Mall.
Chicamauga Dam Park has lots of activity from biking to fishing.
North Gate - Big Ridge residents enjoy fishing on the Harrison Bay.
Relaxing strolls are possible along the water in Greenway Farms park.
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Hamilton County's award-winning schools
The Hamilton County School District serves the students of North Gate. They can start their education at Big Ridge Elementary, which scored a B-plus on Niche. They can continue at Hixson Middle School and Hixson High School, both of which received a B on the site. Hixson High has a Future Ready Institute with pathways in healthcare, agriculture and business, offering licensing and certification opportunities in each field. Chattanooga State Community College is 5 miles south, across the Tennessee River, and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is about 10 miles south.
Big Ridge is the elementary that is local for Big Ridge and Middle Valley.
Hixson Middle School welcomes students in grades 6-8.
Hixson High School is a place of learning at 5705 Middle Valley Rd, Hixson, TN 37343-3267.
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Shopping at Northgate Mall and dining on Chickamauga Lake
The Northgate Mall is a bustling shopping and entertainment destination on the neighborhood’s western edge. It features dozens of retailers, restaurants and seasonal events. The mall is surrounded by big-box stores such as Harbor Freight, Home Depot and Hobby Lobby, as well as medical facilities and fitness centers. For groceries, there’s a Publix Super Market and Food City. “You’d be surprised by how many good restaurants there are in that area,” Ramos says. “It’s not very common for a suburb to have so much food choice.”
Lakeshore Grille is a French-inspired steak and seafood restaurant on the banks of Chickamauga Lake. Getting its start as a grocery store for diabetic, low-carb and gluten-free products 14 years ago, Mimis Deli is now a busy sandwich shop offering deli wraps, hamburgers and salads while still providing some of its trademark specialty foods.
“Mimi was my grandmother. We actually opened it in her honor,” says second-generation owner Julie Crawsord. “When she became diabetic, we wanted to create and find cheap local products for the community as well.” This family-owned and operated sandwich shop has a casual, frequented-by-locals kind of vibe. “We have a ton of regulars, and a few people who come in every single day.”
The North Gate mall and surrounding areas provide shopping for local neighborhoods.
BiBa's north of North Gate - Big Ridge has classic Italian dishes and a homey feel.
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Getting around North Gate-Big Ridge
Located among the northern suburbs of Chattanooga, North Gate sits on the western banks of Chickamauga Lake, bordered by the intersection of Hixson Pike and State Route 153. A trip to downtown Chattanooga is an 11-mile commute via Hixson Pike across the CB Robinson Bridge. Though most residents use a car to get around, The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) serves several bus stops at Northgate and along Hixson Pike. The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is about 8 miles from North Gate-Big Ridge, offering direct flights to Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago and Charlotte.
The Bus lines connect North Gate - Big Ridge with all of Chattanooga.
North Gate - Big Ridge is just across the Chickamauga Dam.
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Parks in this Area
Dupont Park
Greenway Farm
Vandergriff Park
Chickamauga Dam Tennessee River Park
Tennessee Riverpark
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Greenway Dog Park
Transit
Airport
Lovell Field
23 min drive
Bus
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Northgate & Mall Entrance
North Gate-Big Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Gate-Big Ridge, Chattanooga sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Gate-Big Ridge, Chattanooga over the last 12 months is $480,000, up 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,648
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,681
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,691
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
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®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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