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A Tennessee college town accented with childhood nostalgia
Like the iconic Little Debbie treats made here, Collegedale offers a taste of sweetness and childhood nostalgia. From the weekly farmer’s market at The Commons to the whimsical playground at Little Debbie Park, the comforts of this small Tennessee neighborhood create a welcoming vibe just 18 miles east of Downtown Chattanooga. “It’s a great little community to raise a family,” says Realtor Ryan May with Real Estate Partners Chattanooga. “Collegedale offers a slower-paced lifestyle, but it’s also going through a period of growth. There are new homes going up all over the community.” Because of the Volkswagen Group of America moving its headquarters to Chattanooga, just west of Collegedale, the community has experienced steady growth over the last 20 years. The Southern Adventist University lies at the heart of Collegedale, which was built around the college in 1916.
Little Debbie Park will spark your nostalgia and your imagination.
The Commons is a Collegedale hotspot with events like farmers' markets and social gatherings.
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New home construction is on the rise in Collegedale
Collegedale consists of several neat, established subdivisions, many of which are laid out in cul-de-sacs. The residential areas themselves are walkable and populated with tidy sidewalks, but residents drive to get into the shopping districts, peppering Collegedale and the surrounding areas. “It's a little sleepier; it's not the hustle and bustle of East Brainerd or Ooltewah proper,” says Collin Rogers, real estate agent with Greater Chattanooga, Keller Williams Realty. New traditional-style homes are most common, though among the older developments, Colonial Revivals, split levels and ranch-style homes are popular. Two-bedroom houses range from $250,000 to $400,000, while homes with five bedrooms or more range from $500,000 to $750,000.
New construction homes are cropping up everywhere in Collegedale.
New Traditional Homes are Collegedale
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One-of-a-kind Little Debbie Park is a popular spot for kids
The 10-acre Little Debbie Park is a neighborhood standout. Visitors are greeted with a bronze statue of Little Debbie, modeled after the granddaughter of the snack-cake company founder presenting a plate of Swiss Rolls. “A lot of people don’t know, but Little Debbie is a real person, and she’s still alive and living in Collegedale,” says Rogers. “And she doesn’t look much different.” Debra McKee-Fowler is now an executive for McKee Foods, the family business that owns the brand. The neighborhood’s history is intertwined with the famous baked goods company and the family that started it all, as Rogers points out. “They’re a huge part of the community and its development.” Furthering the individually wrapped playground theme, children can climb on the giant Christmas Tree Cake sculptures. The park also features a zipline, a rock-climbing structure and a hill popular for sledding. Just next door is Enterprise South Nature Park, a 2,800-acre wooded expanse with paved and natural hiking spots, many of which have an easy to moderate levels of difficulty. This spot also has a dog park and a disc golf course. Nearby, White Oak Mountain Trails is a nature preserve popular with hikers and mountain bikers. The park consists of nearly 25 miles of trails threading through the woods and creeks, each with varying degrees of difficulty.
Collegedale parents take their children Little Debbie Park.
Little Debbie Park features unique sculptures and equipment to climb on.
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Home to Southern Adventist University
The Southern Adventist University enrolls 3,000 students, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. “People here take a lot of pride in their hometown university,” says May. The Hamilton County Public School District serves the residents of Collegedale. Students can begin their education at Wolftever Creek Elementary and Ooltewah Middle School, both of which scored a B on Niche. They can continue at Ooltewah High School, which received a B-minus from Niche. Ooltewah High offers a four-year program that teaches technical and employability skills for logistics and supply chain.
Southern Adventist University calls Collegedale home.
Collegedale schools are very close in proximity to Southern Adventist University .
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The Commons hosts year-round concerts and craft shows
In addition to hosting weekly farmers markets and being a popular destination for weddings and corporate events, The Commons hosts popular year-round events, including a Mother’s Day Gala each May and the well-loved Christkindlmarkt during the holiday season. Musical performances are held monthly and feature artists across folk, bluegrass, classical and jazz. “I mean, there’s always something going on,” says Rogers. “Smith Perry Farms is big— they have sunflower fields, so it’s a huge Instagram moment.” Smith Perry Berries Farm is known for its “you-pick” concept, allowing visitors to peruse the farm and pick their own selection of strawberries, pumpkins, sunflowers and other seasonal favorites.
The Commons is a Collegedale hotspot with events like farmers' markets and social gatherings.
Collegedale is a family friendly community with lots of greenspace for outdoor activities.
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Chattanooga Airport is just ten miles west of Collegedale
Interstate 75 borders Collegedale to the northwest, connecting the community to Knoxville 97 miles northeast and to Atlanta 113 miles southeast. When traveling to Chattanooga, residents of Collegedale take Interstate 75 and then Interstate 24 to the city’s downtown. The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) bus system provides service to Chattanooga and around Hamilton County from several bus stops just outside the neighborhood along Shallowford Road. Chattanooga Airport is about 8 miles west of Collegedale and offers daily non-stop flights to Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Washington, D.C. and Charlotte.
Collegedale is a lush rolling landscape with tidy suburban neighborhoods.
Collegedale has many bike lines and CARTA stops for traveling.
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Local restaurants offer healthy foods and favorite cuisines
The College Plaza Shopping Center is across the street from Southern Adventist University and offers a U.S. Post Office and Village Market, which is known for its selection of vegetarian items and locally grown food. Cambridge Square, a mixed-use development built as the community expanded after Volkswagen came to town, offers more shopping and dining options, as well as housing. “It has a more high-end vibe because it's got those local restaurants and boutiques and shops, but it's also got doctors and dentists and housing.” For bigger shopping trips, there's a Walmart Supercenter at the northern tip of Collegedale. For lunch or dinner, 4 Corners Café is a favorite spot for grilled panini and bubble tea. The restaurant doubles as a little free library, with an array of books to choose from on its back wall. Aji Peruvian Restaurant serves traditional Peruvian food from an unassuming outdoor shopping plaza.
4 Corners Cafe in Collegedale will treat you with a panini to your liking.
Collegedale's Los Potros Mexican Restaurant is a lunch favorite.
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Parks in this Area
Veterans Memorial Park of Collegedale
Veteran's Memorial Park
Imagination Station
Standifer Gap Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Tennis
Summit Softball Complex
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Concessions
Little Debbie Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Lovell Field
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Collegedale
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Collegedale Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
16,712
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,466
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,520
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
30%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
% Population in Labor Force
59.4%
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
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
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