2019 Best Places to Live in the Chattanooga AreaAbout this List

Lookout Mountain

• Town in Georgia
• 5 reviews

Current Resident: Lookout Mountain GA is absolutely beautiful and offers quaint neighborhoods and tree lined mountain roads. The Fairyland community is lovely with community Halloween, baseball parade, 4th of July parade, yard sales and festival events.

I have only been here for a year but the people are friendly and it is easy to get connected through social media and town hall communication. There is little crime because everyone knows everyone else and looks out for kids or pets that wander too far.

My favorites are the access to Lula Lake falls, amenities at Covenant College, amazing church family options, and Fairyland Elementary school playground/field and events.
The disadvantages are limited stores/businesses in the area and limited sidewalks and bicycle lanes for the many walkers and bikers.

Overall excellent and an amazing place to raise a family.
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• A

• B+

• 1,646 Population

Fairmount

• Town in Tennessee
• 3 reviews

Niche User: Signal mountain has a great sense of community and is a safe place for families. However, there is not much diversity.
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• A

• A-

• 2,681 Population

Lookout Mountain

• Town in Tennessee

• A

• B-

• 1,983 Population

Signal Mountain

• Town in Tennessee
• 16 reviews

Current Resident: If you're a rich white person, looking to start a family, this is the place for you. It's very safe, you have a 98% chance that all your neighbors are also white. plenty of good churches. The schools are the best in the region, good education. In all seriousness, its a nice place. Really pretty. Just be advised that its almost entirely rich white people.
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• A

• A-

• 8,507 Population

Walden

• Town in Tennessee
• 1 review

Niche User: I moved here when I was a kid, so I didn't have much say in it. But I absolutely loved it! Great schools, small town, but closed to bigger town if needed.
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• A

• A-

• 1,873 Population

Collegedale

• Town in Tennessee
• 15 reviews

Current Resident: What I like about Collegedale is the family atmosphere. There are many SDA Churches in the area that offer a place of friendship and hospitality. Would highly recommend!
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• A-

• B-

• 10,902 Population

Lakesite

• Town in Tennessee
• 1 review

• B+

• B

• 1,770 Population

Indian Springs

• Town in Georgia

• B+

• B+

• 2,750 Population

Chattanooga

• City in Tennessee
• 455 reviews

Current Resident: Chattanooga is a great place to live! There are so many amazing activities for visitors to partake in. There are lakes, rivers, hiking trails, and so many more options for an outside activity. During the summer on Fridays nights that have what is called "Night Fall" where it is free to listen to live bands and they have booths for beer and food trucks as well. You can go see baseball and soccer games which are very popular in Chattanooga. There are lots of cool places for children as well, the aquarium, zoo, creative discovery museum, and more! Going to or from downtown between 5 and 6 can take up to an hour and most of the public high school provide poor educations. There are three private schools: GPS, McCallie, and Baylor, that are among the top school in the nation. I would recommend a visit for sure!
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• B

• C+

• 176,291 Population

Harrison

• Town in Tennessee
• 6 reviews

Current Resident: We moved from Philadelphia to Harrison and it’s beautiful! Quiet but enough to grab and Uber and go drinking. Mountain View’s and close to downtown and from what we’ve heard, it’s booming! Restaurants and shops close by and minutes from lake chicka. Get to Harrison before it becomes too popular.
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• B

• C+

• 7,427 Population

Hopewell

• Town in Tennessee
• 3 reviews

Parent: An overall good place to live & work. Small town feel with a progressive city feel
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• B

• B

• 1,900 Population

Dalton

• Town in Georgia
• 88 reviews

Current Resident: Home of the carpet capital of the world, Dalton offers numerous venues for meetings, conventions, concerts, weddings, and sport tournaments supported by 1400 hotel rooms. This charming town boasts a superb entertainment district featuring local dining options, bars, taverns, live music, and eclectic shops. We may be world famous for our carpet, but we are so much more than that. From the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, to the gateway of the Civil War in Georgia, there is so much to do in Dalton it will floor you!
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• B

• B

• 33,540 Population

Middle Valley

• Town in Tennessee
• 7 reviews

Niche User: I've lived here all of my life. I've not experienced any criminal behavior, nor do I know any neighbors that have recently experienced any crime. I've never felt unsafe or in danger in the nineteen years of living here.

I'm glad to live in Hixson and I wouldn't choose to go back and change it if I could.

I've been several places across the country and I see my neighborhood as being mild compared to places like the Washington DC area, Los Angeles, NYC, and other big cities.

Every once in a while, there are new business and neighborhood construction.

Hixson, TN is considered a satellite city of Chattanooga, TN. I work and go to school in Chattanooga, and the commute is almost nothing to get there.
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• B

• B-

• 12,252 Population

Varnell

• Town in Georgia
• 6 reviews

• B

• B

• 1,780 Population

Apison

• Town in Tennessee
• 2 reviews

Niche User: I love where I live! I only wish they would stop building so much around me. They are getting rid of some beautiful places where I live.
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• B

• B

• 2,997 Population

Chattanooga Valley

• Town in Georgia
• 1 review

Parent: This area is known for it's scenic beauty, historical charm and warm personality. It is at the very end of the Appalachian mountain range and displays the beauty of every season. Thousands are coming to this area to live and purchase land. One of the most beautiful places on earth.
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• B

• B

• 3,804 Population

Cleveland

• Town in Tennessee
• 198 reviews

Current Resident: Cleveland is a nice town to live in. There are many fun places to go! There are a ton of cute coffee shops and restaurants, especially near Lee University. However, at night, as with most towns, it can be kind of dangerous to walk alone, and police lights can usually be seen nightly. Overall, the people are nice and there are a lot of opportunities. It's a cute town. There are also a few parks that are nice, including a long walking path. If you are looking for a place to run and stay in shape, this is a good place. It's pretty because of all of the mountains, and it is only about 30 minutes from Chattanooga and also the mountains for hiking. Lastly, driving traffic is decent as long as you avoid school zones during school hours.
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• B

• B

• 43,496 Population

Chickamauga

• Town in Georgia
• 14 reviews

Current Resident: Chickamauga is a very quiet small town that is a great place or ids to be raised, very safe. Everyone knows everyone there. The school system is very similar to that of a private school. There is very little diversity. One has to travel to a nearby city or shopping needs.
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• B

• B

• 3,139 Population

Tunnel Hill

• Town in Georgia
• 4 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Tunnel Hill most of my life and I absolutely love it. There's really no criminal activity, everybody knows everybody, and its a beautiful little town. We also have a great elementary school. They have recently added on the school and they have great teachers. They really make you feel welcomed in the school and the always kept me informed of my children's progress in class. The only thing I wish was different is the restaurants and stores. There used to be a small, family owned type grocery store. Every few years it would be bought by a new set of people until just about six months ago it completely went out of business. Also, the only restaurant we have is a dominos. So now, if you need groceries or wanna get something quick to eat, you have to go South to Dalton or head North to go to Ringgold.
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• B

• B

• 1,168 Population

Red Bank

• Town in Tennessee
• 5 reviews

Current Resident: I love the town of Red Bank. It has a good community/small town feel while being close enough to Chattanooga's downtown area to access larger events and businesses. Red Bank holds various monthly events for everyone to gather, get outside, and support local businesses. I'd like to see more restaurants move into the area as people begin moving to the area.
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• B

• C+

• 11,744 Population

Fort Oglethorpe

• Town in Georgia
• 24 reviews

Current Resident: This is a very calm, welcoming town and it’s small, but expanding. There is a new outlet “mall” that includes a Buffalo Wild Wings, Kay store, Rue 21, Petco, Hobby Lobby, Marshall’s, Ross, and many more! Fort Oglethorpe is the kind of place to go for a Sunday drive.
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• B

• B

• 9,690 Population

East Ridge

• Town in Tennessee
• 16 reviews

Current Resident: Nice area, needs a Publix and a Wawa! There are lots of beautiful parks, close to Chattanooga and Georgia. The people are friendly.
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• B

• C

• 21,193 Population

Jasper

• Town in Tennessee
• 6 reviews

Current Resident: Wonderful country town. The community of people always come together and work with each other. Friendly, enjoyable place to raise a family.
Read 6 Reviews

• B-

• C+

• 3,312 Population

Soddy-Daisy

• Town in Tennessee
• 16 reviews

Current Resident: We moved here because it is the peacefulness of the countryside and mountains and yet close to bigger cities like Chattanooga. Very family-friendly, pet-friendly, and lots to do for the outdoor enthusiasts!
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• B-

• B

• 13,364 Population

Ringgold

• Town in Georgia
• 35 reviews

Current Resident: Ringgold is a small, tight knit community. Great for families and someone looking for a fresh start. The people living here are welcoming and friendly, so long as you’re willing to reach out first.

The only real downside here is the lack of any real resteraunt or nightlife options. Although that comes with the territory of living in a small town, it’s still something to keep in mind. There aren’t any local offerings for entertainment or dining after about 8pm.

Other than that though, it’s a beautiful, sleepy little town.
Read 35 Reviews

• B-

• B+

• 3,565 Population