Today, we’re bringing back DigsDigest: A series where we profile local residents in search of the perfect digs.
The real estate market in Chattanooga especially can be quite a wild ride — all kinds of people are moving to the Scenic City for the natural surroundings, low cost of living, and its diverse economy + job market.
To help out, we’re playing “House Hunters” + showing you three real housing options that are currently on the market.
Before we dive into the homes, let’s take a look at some numbers:
🏡 Median home value in Chattanooga: $244,234
💸 Median price of homes currently on the market: $305,000
🔑 Percentage of residents who are homeowners: 52.57%
Next up, here’s our prospective buyers:
- Budget: $350,000
- Location: Downtown or downtown adjacent
- Bedrooms needed: 3
- Bathrooms needed: 2+
Can it be done? Let’s find out.
House No. 1: Beautifully refinished hilltop home
📐 2,633 sqft.
🛏️ 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
💰 $319,000
This home has real hardwood floors, an open floor plan, a brand new kitchen, and a brick fireplace. Our favorite part? A sunroom with floor to ceiling windows.
Pro: In a quiet, secluded neighborhood.
Con: A 15 minute drive to downtown.
House No. 2: 1920s downtown Chattanooga home
📐 2,250 sqft.
🛏️ 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
💰 $299,500
This renovated home has charming hardwood floors, a newly remodeled kitchen + bathroom, and custom cabinetry and shelving.
Pro: Covered front porch for relaxing and entertaining.
Con: Very few amenities within close walking distance.
House No. 3: Cozy three-level home
📐 2,404 sqft.
🛏️ 4 bedrooms
🛁 4 bathrooms
💰 $315,000
This tri-level home has an enormous screened deck, a fenced in backyard (with an additional storage shed), and a wood burning fireplace.
Pro: Two-bay garage + within close proximity to schools, hospitals, and shopping.
Con: Older vinyl flooring and carpets.
Now that you’ve seen the choices, which home would you pick? Let us know.
