Chattanooga Local Pulse

Housing affordability and homelessness pressures [developing]

Housing affordability and homelessness pressures [developing]

Key Questions

What is the current median home price in the area amid the housing boom?

Median home prices have risen to $425K. UTC CRER reports 15% household growth versus 10% unit growth, with 8% vacancy.

What is the status of One Westside Phase 2 development?

Groundbreaking occurred for the 144-unit mixed-income Phase 2 of One Westside. It addresses housing affordability pressures.

Are there job opportunities in Hamilton County real estate and planning?

Hamilton County is experiencing a real estate jobs boom, with multiple openings in planning, development, housing, inspections, and community management.

Median home prices rising to $425K amid boom (UTC CRER: 15% household vs 10% unit growth, 8% vacancy); One Westside Phase 2 groundbreaking (144 mixed-income); Hamilton County real estate jobs boom. Hakeem homelessness; Henry Hub mural RFP ($40K, May 3); Eagle Point rezone; The Bend ph1 delay; Elevation Land Trust parcel.

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Updated Apr 11, 2026