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Lupton City

Lupton City

Located in Hamilton County

$313,462 Average Value
$245 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Lupton City started as a mill town on the Tennessee River

Initially rising to popularity because of a large thread mill, Lupton City emerged as a planned neighborhood for working-class families. Though the terrain has changed quite a bit with the introduction of maintained parks, commercial businesses and contemporary homes, it still manages to keep the original vintage charm.

"Lupton City was founded in 1920 – back in the old days, it was the site of the 'Yarn Project,' a thread mill that caused a boom in the area," says Brandi Pearl Thompson, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty. "John T. Lupton, who ran the mill, provided housing and schooling for families who moved there to work. That was really the start."

Lupton City is in a prime spot for scenic views, with the Tennessee River winding down around the south end and the rise of mountain ranges visible from residents' front porches.

Homes of Lupton City are established on the foothills of the mountainous terrain.
Homes of Lupton City are established on the foothills of the mountainous terrain.
Lupton City residents enjoy scenic views of the Tennessee River Valley.
Lupton City residents enjoy scenic views of the Tennessee River Valley.
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Options include vintage bungalows, ranch-style and contemporary homes

The original residential surge was between the early to mid-20th century, so you'll see midcentury modern frames, sprawling ranch-style homes and vintage bungalows peppered around the area. Contemporary properties have cropped up, with simple color schemas and steep gabled roofs combining classic and modern elements.

The median selling price for single-family homes in Lupton City is $280,000, and properties don't stay on the market long, typically selling in just under two weeks after being listed. Smaller homes and town houses start at around $220,000, while larger homes – or vintage properties that have undergone renovation – start around $350,000 and can spike to $550,000.

Well-maintained Mid-century Modern homes grace the neighborhoods of Lupton City.
Well-maintained Mid-century Modern homes grace the neighborhoods of Lupton City.
Renovated Bungalows line the elevated streets of Lupton City.
Renovated Bungalows line the elevated streets of Lupton City.
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Lupton City is served by the Hamilton County School District

Lupton City is within the Hamilton County School District, shared with nearby Red Bank. Students may begin their educational journey at Rivermont Elementary School, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche, and Red Bank Middle School, which receives a C-plus. Red Bank High School receives a B-minus and has an affiliated engineering and computer science institute to give students a head-start for college. If considering private education, the Baylor School is one of Tennessee's best private middle-high schools, acclaimed by several educational resources for its top-notch academics, extensive extracurricular list and college prep.

Rivermont Elementary built around Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. STEAM.
Rivermont Elementary built around Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. STEAM.
Red Bank Middle School recently updated its campus with a brand new facility.
Red Bank Middle School recently updated its campus with a brand new facility.
Red Bank High School is the home of Lions.
Red Bank High School is the home of Lions.
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Stores and restaurants along Hixson Pike and into Chattanooga

The main thoroughfare of Hixson Pike is lined with essential day-to-day stops, from Food City and Walmart to banks and medical centers. "It's super convenient to highways and getting downtown, so if you want to head farther into Chattanooga , you're only about 10 or 15 minutes away," Thompson says. Chain retail and restaurants are tempered with the unique personality of locally owned businesses, whether you want to browse a bookshop or find rare treasures at an antique store. You'll find locals hanging out in Sidetrack at all hours of the day, getting rich quiche at brunch and craft cocktails paired with wood-grilled salmon at dinner.

Lupton City residents enjoy convenient shopping options at CVS and Food City.
Lupton City residents enjoy convenient shopping options at CVS and Food City.
SideTrack's 'Best Restaurant: Hixson' title showcases its excellence in Lupton City.
SideTrack's 'Best Restaurant: Hixson' title showcases its excellence in Lupton City.
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Parks, picnic spots and a greenway on the Tennessee River

Rivermont Park has several baseball fields where they host local programs and tournaments, and there's a connected boat ramp where you can launch down into the Tennessee River. Just across the street is the Champions Club Tennis Complex, which has multiple tennis courts for casual rallying and tennis lessons. It's cornered at the south fields of the Lupton City Golf Club. "Dupont Park is a cool spot, it's the best place if you love disc golfing. If you're in Tennessee, disc golfing is a pretty big thing," says Evan Barron, a Realtor with eXp Realty. The south of Lupton City borders the Tennessee River, so a quick trip across the C.B. Robinson Bridge gets you to the Tennessee Riverpark. It offers a ton of open green space for picnicking and stunning river views. If you need a new jogging or biking location, the Riverpark has a long, diverse paved greenway system that winds through the trees and past the water.

The Champions Club is a thrilling hub for national, regional, and state tennis tournaments.
The Champions Club is a thrilling hub for national, regional, and state tennis tournaments.
Lupton City visitors 
can play tennis with a view at Rivermont Champions Club.
Lupton City visitors can play tennis with a view at Rivermont Champions Club.
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Lupton City Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$279,999
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245

Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
106
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1925
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,295
Significantly below the national average
1,924

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Lupton City Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
436
Median Age
38
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$81,991
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,557

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
57.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
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®®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

12 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®®

17 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Lupton City
Lisa Paller
Working Moms Realty LLC
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