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Ooltewah

Ooltewah

Located in Hamilton County

$501,437 Average Value
$207 Average Price per Sq Ft
377 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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Ooltewah Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$469,450
Median Sale Price
$456,825
Median Single Family Sale Price
$460,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$360,700
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,246
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$207

Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,750
Number of Homes for Sale
377
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,450
Above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,716
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,947
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    Open Sat 1PM - 3PM

    8668 Becket Way, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $689,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,748 Sq Ft
    • 8668 Becket Way
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to Canterbury Fields, a warm place to gather and connect with others. located in Ooltewah and inspired by the timeless beauty of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. With its distinctive European-style architecture, resort-style amenities (to come) including a pool, cabana, fire pit, and walking trails, this neighborhood offers a lifestyle defined by quiet elegance and

    Tricia Moore The Agency Chattanooga

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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    Open Sun 2PM - 4PM

    7973 Bridle Brook Ct, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $385,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,702 Sq Ft
    • 7973 Bridle Brook Ct
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome home to this amazing 3BR/2.5BA home with large bonus room situated on a spacious cul-de-sac lot. Home features new flooring throughout the downstairs and a new air conditioner. Main level offers a family room with a gas log fireplace, dining area, kitchen with pass-through, and half bath. Upstairs includes all bedrooms plus a large bonus room. primary suite has a The primary has double

    Michael Lee EXP Realty LLC

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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    Open Sun 2PM - 4PM

    7615 Ooltewah Georgetown Rd, Ooltewah, TN 37363

    $730,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,603 Sq Ft
    • 7615 Ooltewah Georgetown Rd
    • New 5 days ago

    Looking for a multi-generational home in Ooltewah with acreage, a 4-car garage, AND a huge workshop?? You found it! Set on 1.67 acres, this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home has the space, updates, and flexibility to fit a variety of living arrangements. The property includes a 40x48 metal building with power, 12' garage door, and 10,000-watt heater, a 4-car garage in the basement, an above ground

    Steve Dorsa Epique Realty

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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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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