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Ooltewah

Ooltewah

Located in Hamilton County

$480,998 Average Value
$222 Average Price per Sq Ft
59 Homes For Sale

Locals say Ooltewah’s name stems from a Cherokee word meaning “owls roost." But for the last decade, it’s been flocks of people from across the country migrating to the community. Sei-Ondra Williams, a Realtor with Keller Willams Realty, says Ooltewah’s growth has been spurred by its proximity to downtown Chattanooga and major area employers. The Enterprise South Industrial Park, which hosts Volkswagen and Amazon operations, is located less than 5 miles away. “The growth in the last 10 years has been 100 percent,” Williams says. “It went from being farmland to subdivision after subdivision being created. There have been several hundred homes built in the past year.”

Driving around Ooltewah’s rolling hills, you’ll find a wealth of new construction. Older homes in the area typically only date back to the 1990s. The average list price is in the low $500,000s. However, costs can range anywhere from $320,000 for a recently built 1,400-square-foot home with one-third of an acre all the way up to $4 million for a 15-bedroom mansion with 32 acres. “It’s a combination of luxury and everyday living,” Williams says. “There are some very nice subdivisions over there.”

Houses usually sell within one to two weeks. “It all depends on the condition of the home and if it’s priced right,” Williams says. “Some things sell with 24 hours. I just put something on the market Friday evening, and it sold on Monday.”

Public school students in Ooltewah may attend schools such as Ooltewah Elementary School, Hunter Middle School and Ooltewah High School. The schools earn overall grades of B+, A-, and B- respectively, according to Niche.

Ooltewah residents have easy access to nationally known stores such as the Publix at Snow Hill Village and there are plenty of independent shops to choose from as well. You can spend the day dress shopping at Barn Door Boutique, treat yourself to a massage at Poplar Creek Spa, or take a yoga class at Yoga East. “It has a small-town feel, but you have all kinds of entertainment and shopping there now,” Williams says.

For a taste of something local, try the Countryside Café for Southern comfort foods such as fried catfish, sweet tea and buttermilk pie. One regular says the mac & cheese is even better than his mom’s.

Less than 5 miles away in Collegedale, there’s the 10-acre Little Debbie Park, which features a playground with a zipline, rock-climbing structure, and snack-shaped sculptures, such as the 6-foot-tall Christmas Tree Cake. And White Oak Mountain Trails is a popular spot for hikers and mountain bikers alike. Those who visit will discover nearly 25 miles of trails, with varying degrees of difficulty, that wind through the woods and alongside serene creeks.

Twenty minutes away, a wider scale of entertainment options await in downtown Chattanooga. At the Tennessee Aquarium, you can pet stingrays or walk through the indoor butterfly garden that’s home to more than 1,000 butterflies. For its small-town vibe, proximity to job opportunities and downtown, Ooltewah is a popular spot to nest.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Jonathan Lickliter

    Jonathan Lickliter

    simpliHOM

    (423) 458-3816

    49 Total Sales

    9 in Ooltewah

    $389K - $980K Price Range

    Jonathan Lickliter
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  • Bill Panebianco

    Bill Panebianco

    Pratt Homes, LLC

    (423) 888-3835

    692 Total Sales

    218 in Ooltewah

    $243K - $737K Price Range

    Bill Panebianco
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  • Carol Potts

    Carol Potts

    RE/MAX Renaissance Realtors

    (423) 888-0481

    102 Total Sales

    2 in Ooltewah

    $232K - $1.1M Price Range

    Carol Potts
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  • Jay Hudson

    Jay Hudson

    Responds Quickly

    Greater Chattanooga Realty, Keller Williams Realty

    (706) 450-8110

    306 Total Sales

    39 in Ooltewah

    $65K - $1.2M Price Range

    Jay Hudson
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  • Johnny Smith

    Johnny Smith

    Keller Williams Realty

    (423) 497-3787

    166 Total Sales

    13 in Ooltewah

    $120K - $970K Price Range

    Johnny Smith
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  • Paul Avratin

    Paul Avratin

    United Real Estate Experts Chattanooga

    (423) 380-1818

    108 Total Sales

    7 in Ooltewah

    $275K - $546K Price Range

    Paul Avratin
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Schools

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Ooltewah Housing Trends

On average, homes in Ooltewah, TN sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ooltewah, TN over the last 12 months is $483,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$500,000
Median Sale Price
$483,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$509,466
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$424,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$428,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
912
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,750
Number of Homes for Sale
59
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,449
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,718
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,947
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    12 - 2pm

    5229 Loblolly Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $299,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,701 Sq Ft
    • 5229 Loblolly Ln
    • New 4 days ago

    The home is back on the market due to the previous buyer unexpectedly losing their job and being unable to proceed with the purchase. Charming All-Brick 4-Bedroom Home with Split Floor Plan & Private Backyard. Welcome to this beautifully maintained single-level all-brick home offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,701 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Located on a quiet

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    Wendy Dixon
    Keller Williams Realty
    (423) 702-2000
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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    3 - 5pm

    8594 River Birch Loop, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $540,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,714 Sq Ft
    • 8594 River Birch Loop
    • New 11 days ago

    Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The Farm at Hampton Meadows. Just minutes from all that Ooltewah has to offer, this home places shopping, dining, and recreation right at your fingertips—all with low county taxes! Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, the home welcomes you with a charming covered front porch, the perfect spot to unwind and watch the sunset. Step inside to

    Vickie Henderson Basham RE/MAX Properties

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    2 - 4pm

    4300 Linen Crest Way, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $700,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,986 Sq Ft
    • 4300 Linen Crest Way
    • New 13 days ago

    Looking for a home for the entire family? This stately home has 3986SF with 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, and another possible bedroom in the basement with a future bath already plumbed. As you arrive you'll find professional landscaping all around this showplace. Entering the foyer, you are greeted by gleaming hardwoods on the entire main and second floor. There is a nice sized office on the left and

    Michael Kelly Scenic South Properties, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Ooltewah Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
10,312
Median Age
39
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$69,184
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,095

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.9%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
Below 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®®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

1 / 100
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