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Bakewell-Sale Creek

Bakewell-Sale Creek

$536,105 Average Value
$246 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Suburban life with a scenic, Tennessee mountain backdrop

In Bakewell-Sale Creek, it’s all about the scenery. Chickamauga Lake is to the east, and Flat Top Mountain is to the west, giving this suburban-rural neighborhood a natural backdrop covered in trees that turn vibrant colors in the fall. But things aren’t so remote, as U.S. Route 27 runs through the middle of the neighborhood, offering a way to reach commercial destinations. It all adds up to a well-developed setting that’s suburban, but it has enough of a rural edge to appease nature lovers. “Chickamauga Lake is considered one of the best bass fishing lakes in the country,” says Realtor Gloria Page, who's been working in the area for over a decade and is currently with Keller Williams and Zach Taylor Real Estate. Along with outdoor recreation, locals enjoy larger homes and lots than the southern neighborhoods closer to downtown Chattanooga.

Developments centered on modern traditional homes

Fingers of Chickamauga Lake extend into Bakewell-Sale Creek, making it possible to have both waterfront property and mountain views at the same time. To the south, homes with sprawling yards and large driveways sit on winding roads. U.S. 27 to the north leads to a scenic, more rural landscape where homes dot narrow country roads under a canopy of trees. Most homes throughout the neighborhood were built on at least a half-acre. Ranch-style homes, colonials and modern traditional homes with Craftsman stylings are prevalent, with the occasional log cabin in the northern portion. Two-bedroom homes range from $200,000 to $500,000, while houses with four bedrooms or more for $400,000 to $800,000. Though some properties date back to the 1960s, the majority were built after 2000.
Ranch-style homes neatly line the streets of Sale Creek.
Ranch-style homes neatly line the streets of Sale Creek.
Stunning architecturally detailed Craftsman style homes nestled in the Sale Creek.
Stunning architecturally detailed Craftsman style homes nestled in the Sale Creek.
Residents of Sale Creek enjoy large homes surrounded by farmland.
Residents of Sale Creek enjoy large homes surrounded by farmland.
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Set sail at Riverside Marina

Possum Creek RV Park provides an outdoor escape for hiking, fishing and swimming. Big Possum Creek Trailhead of the Cumberland Trail is a popular hiking spot that leads to a waterfall. Riverside Marina (formerly Sale Creek Marina) offers boating at Chickamauga Lake. Hiking enthusiasts can also trek along the Lower Leggett Trailhead, a paved loop trail that goes past swimming holes.
Go camping at Possum Creek RV Park & Campground.
Go camping at Possum Creek RV Park & Campground.
Riveriside Marina also has a public boat launch.
Riveriside Marina also has a public boat launch.
Houseboat docked in Riverside Marina in Sale Creek.
Houseboat docked in Riverside Marina in Sale Creek.
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Nearby small towns and amenities

Page points out that Bakewell-Sale Creek residents dine out in Dayton or downtown Chattanooga. For groceries, there’s a Food City in Soddy-Daisy, a neighboring community that borders Bakewell-Sale Creek to the south. Residents can also drive about 20 miles west to downtown Dunlap for both dining and shopping destinations. “The most popular Mexican restaurant is El Metate,” Page says. El Metate offers an extensive menu focusing on traditional dishes with a bit of a modern twist. Closer to home, Steve’s Landing Waterfront Grill stands at the border of Soddy-Daisy and Bakewell-Sale Creek and at the edge of Soddy Lake. Steve’s Landing serves seafood from a cabin with a tree-shaded patio perched along the waterfront. For some one of a kind items, the Small Town Antique Mall on Dayton Pike is ideal for discovering home décor from yesteryear. Open since 1997, Small Town is one of the few commercial spots within the neighborhood. “We chose this spot because we have a lot of travelers that go up and down 27,” says Sue Clark, manager of Small Town Antique Mall. “We also get a lot of locals that know we're here and know the quality that we carry.”
Enjoy Games, Coffee, Gaming, Lotus Energy, and more at the Game Shack Cafe in nearby Dunlap.
Enjoy Games, Coffee, Gaming, Lotus Energy, and more at the Game Shack Cafe in nearby Dunlap.
Panther Mart is a great place to pick up last minutes items in Sale Creek.
Panther Mart is a great place to pick up last minutes items in Sale Creek.
Find hidden gems inside the Small Town Antique Mall in Sale Creek.
Find hidden gems inside the Small Town Antique Mall in Sale Creek.
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The Hamilton County School District

The Hamilton County School District serves Bakewell-Sale Creek. Students can begin their education at North Hamilton County Elementary, which scored a B-plus on Niche. They can continue at Sale Creek Middle/High, a merged school with a 15-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-plus on Niche. School athletics teams are popular and successful, with the softball and volleyball teams frequently contending for state titles. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is about 25 miles south.
North Hamilton Elementary School
North Hamilton Elementary School
Sale Creek Middle/High School
Sale Creek Middle/High School
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A fair at Old McDonald's Farm

Every November, the Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair is held on Old McDonald’s Farm in Sale Creek. Live music is the main attraction, but attendees can also enjoy a chili cook-off, rodeo, lumberjack show and pie-eating contest. Fireworks and carnival rides round out the experience.

Convenient access to U.S. Route 27

U.S. 27 is a key thoroughfare that bisects Bakewell-Sale Creek, providing a route to downtown Chattanooga about 25 miles south. Just south of the neighborhood, U.S. 27 intersects with State Route 111, which leads to Dunlap. The neighborhood has no bus line, so owning a car is essential. The newer developments containing modern traditional homes are walkable, and so is nearby downtown Chattanooga. The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is about 25 miles south.

Crime

Bakewell Sale Creek's overall CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Lovell Field

47 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bakewell-Sale Creek US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Bakewell-Sale Creek Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$450,000
Median Sale Price
$449,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$422,060
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$660,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
148
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,519
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
2000
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,474
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
29,185

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    3 - 5pm

    1215 Lee Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379

    $439,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,054 Sq Ft
    • 1215 Lee Pike
    • New 19 days ago

    Charming One-Level Home Built in 2020 - Move-In Ready!Welcome home to this beautifully maintained one-level gem, built in 2020 and thoughtfully designed for comfort, efficiency, and easy living. With everything just five years old, including the roof, HVAC system, and appliances, you'll enjoy peace of mind knowing that the major components are still in their prime!Step inside to

    Katrina Morrow Keller Williams Realty

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    2 - 4pm

    1650 Criswell Ct, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379

    $734,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,250 Sq Ft
    • 1650 Criswell Ct

    Like new, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home over a full unfinished daylight basement on a .54 +/- acre lot with views of the community pond and fountain in the desirable Barrington Pointe section of the Emerald Valley neighborhood in Soddy Daisy. Located approximately 20 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, the neighborhood offers a playground with a pavilion, sidewalks and is close to the shopping,

    Jay Robinson Keller Williams Realty

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    2 - 4pm

    1646 Ritz Way, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379

    $774,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,800 Sq Ft
    • 1646 Ritz Way

    **Photos updated 7-19**Welcome to 1646 Ritz Way! Here, you can truly indulge in the essence of ''Puttin' On the Ritz.'' This delightful ranch-style home provides everything you've been dreaming of and more.On the main level, you'll discover the master suite alongside two additional bedrooms. The upper level offers a flexible bonus room or an extra bedroom, complete with its own full

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
8,276
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$76,292
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,294

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
22.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.4%
% Population in Labor Force
53.9%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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