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Historic neighborhood near Lookout Mountain
St. Elmo, 10 minutes from Chattanooga, is a historic neighborhood next to Lookout Mountain. Quiet and surrounded by woodland, the neighborhood has an even balance between city life and peaceful living. “St. Elmo is one of the most interesting areas in Chattanooga, it used to be its own functioning city before it was incorporated. The last 50 years has been an act of preserving the architecture, so it’s got a ton of historic charm and the scenery is beautiful since it’s at the mountain foothill,” says Robert Baker, a local Realtor with United Real Estate Experts and host of the YouTube Channel: Move to Chattanooga. Many of the older homes in St. Elmo were constructed in the early to mid-20th century. Renovations and new construction guidelines are strict in the neighborhood as the city focuses on preserving the antique, small-town feel. Many new houses are built to match the appearance of existing vintage homes with exposed brick and wood paneling. St. Elmo has recently upgraded its parks, street lighting and sidewalks. “It’s a great place for people to relocate because the community is tight-knit and it’s got an old town vibe, but it’s minutes away from modern amenities,” says Baker.
St Elmo is seated immediately at the foot of Chattanooga's iconic Lookout Mountain.
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Queen Anne and Craftsman-style homes
Among the rolling hills of Lookout Mountain, architectural styles such as small bungalows, brightly painted cottages, conserved Queen Anne homes and tall Craftsman frames can be seen. Due to the range of construction eras, prices vary drastically from house to house, depending on whether they require remodeling or are entirely new. Most homes sell for $350,000 to $550,000. New contemporary townhouses have been constructed closer to the city with an average price of $350,000-$400,000.
St Elmo is known for its historic and well maintained homes.
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Incline Railway and St. Elmo Park
Visitors will go to St. Elmo and board the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, which takes thousands of visitors up and down the mountain each year. Surrounding the railway are dozens of different hiking options. The Glen Falls Trail is right on the steep incline of the neighborhood and is adorned with wooden bridges so visitors may view the falls. Nearby, explorers enter a cave to see the 145-foot underground waterfall at Ruby Falls. After a grant, St. Elmo Park was equipped with a new playground, fitness station and interactive challenge course on the open lawn space.
One of St Elmo's most iconic attractions is The Incline railway that climbs Lookout Mountain.
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Mr. T’s Pizza and Ice Cream
For groceries, locals visit Food City and Publix, alongside a pharmacy, gas stations, and banks. Locals celebrate their small businesses and residents can be seen sharing hot slices at Mr. T’s Pizza & Ice Cream or trying out different craft brews at The Tap House & Empyreal Brewing Co. When evening rolls around, The Woodshop Listening Room is the place to be for enjoying live music and seeing neighbors.
Mr. T's Pizza prepares for its lunch rush with pies at the ready in St Elmo.
Mr T's Pizza and Ice Cream is a regular stop for many St Elmo locals.
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Luminaria Festival
In December, neighbors in the St. Elmo area set paper lanterns along sidewalks to invite friends and neighbors to celebrate the annual Luminaria Festival. The lanterns lead to a block party, where residents enjoy each other's company while dancing to music and eating food from local vendors.
High School with Future Ready Institute
For school, children attend Calvin Donaldson Elementary School, receiving a C on Niche. Students continue to Lookout Valley Middle and High School, receiving a B-minus. LVMHS offers students the opportunity to enroll in the Institute of Automotive Maintenance & Manufacturing or the Institute of Technology & Engineering as part of the county’s Future Ready Institute program that helps students gain experience in a future career path.
Lookout Valley Middle and High School is positioned at the foot of Mowbray Mountain.
Calvin Donaldson Elementary brings an environmental awareness to their studies and programs.
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Bus stops along state route
TN-17 runs through the center of St. Elmo, and bus stops line the route.
Chattanooga's public buses have connections all over St Elmo.
St Elmo is a historic community located only 5 minutes from Downtown Chattanooga.
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Important to know
Flooding is common in the Chattanooga area and surrounding neighborhoods, especially after severe weather.
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While visiting St Elmo be sure to take a trip up Lookout Mountain to see Rock City.
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James TrimbleGreater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
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Charming 1925 St. Elmo Home with new updates including: new shingle roof, updated decking, fascia, corbels, and soffit, foundation work, new moisture shield vapor barrier in crawlspace, repointed brick, electrical updates, new water heater, HVAC unit, new fence, interior and exterior paint, and a termite bond. This beautifully restored 1925 home in the heart of St. Elmo seamlessly
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This beautiful Bungalow features a unique floor plan with 2 suites, the Primary Suite on the main and a 2nd suite on the upper level adjacent to an office / bonus room. Perfect for the work at home lifestyle. There is an additional bedroom with attached full jack-n-hall bath and a full sized office as well. The kitchen features a gas stove and an island for prep and entertaining. The main
James TrimbleGreater Downtown Realty dba Keller Williams Realty
This beautiful Bungalow features a unique floor plan with 2 suites, the Primary Suite on the main and a 2nd suite on the upper level adjacent to an office / bonus room. Perfect for the work at home lifestyle. There is an additional bedroom with attached full jack-n-hall bath and a full sized office as well. The kitchen features a gas stove and an island for prep and entertaining. The main
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