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Ooltewah, Tennessee

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Living In Ooltewah

Ooltewah is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Chattanooga area, offering new construction alongside established neighborhoods just minutes from I-75. Established communities including Bainbridge, Belleau Ridge, Canterbury Fields, Dogwood Estates, Hamilton on Hunter, Harbor Crest, Harbour Chase, McKenzie Farm, Rogers Branch, Sweet Briar, and Wind Haven sit alongside newer developments like Cambridge Square, Creekside/The Farm at Hampton Meadows, Flagstone, Hampton on the Lake, Hidden Lakes, Highborne, Meadow Stream, Providence Point, Seven Lakes, Skyfall, Windstone, and the Retreat at Oakbrook townhomes.

With new subdivisions breaking ground regularly, Ooltewah's market moves fast and pricing can shift quickly between phases of the same development. We track builder pricing and resale activity together so you understand what a home is really worth before you buy or list.

August 2026 Market Snapshot

Ooltewah Housing Market

$445,000
Median sale price
Down 4.3% from $465,000 a year ago
71
Homes sold
Up from 61 a year ago
4.7
Months of supply
Up from 4.3 a year ago
46
Median days on market
Up from 44 a year ago
98.4%
Sale price to original list
Price cuts on 44% of homes sold
45%
Sellers paying concessions
Median concession of $10,000
Price RangeNew ListingsActiveUnder ContractClosedMedian Sale PriceMedian Days On MarketMonths Of Supply
Under $100K0000N/AN/AN/A
$100K to $199K0200N/AN/AN/A
$200K to $249K1012$233,25060.0
$250K to $349K12362610$315,000713.6
$350K to $499K351335037$419,500583.6
$500K to $749K381082117$550,000186.4
$750K to $999K52534$847,0001176.3
$1M+72841$1,161,915028.0
TOTAL9833210571$445,000464.7

August 2026 data specific to Ooltewah, compared with August 2025. Source: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® MMO, powered by Flexmls® (KW Chartmasters).

Schools

Education In Ooltewah

Ooltewah is zoned to Hamilton County Schools, with several private and Christian school options in the area as well. Below is each school serving Ooltewah, with links to its official site and to independent ratings and reviews on GreatSchools.org.

Public Schools: Hamilton County Schools

Private & Christian Schools

Higher Education

School zoning can change and is determined by Hamilton County Schools, not by Creativity Team. Always confirm current attendance zones directly with the district before purchasing based on a specific school.

Everyday Life

Healthcare & Fitness In Ooltewah

Health & Wellness

Fitness

Aerial view of Summit of Softball Complex fields in Collegedale, TN

Summit of Softball Complex

Eight state-of-the-art fields with concessions, shaded bleachers, a walking trail, and tournament-ready amenities for league play.

4900 La Collina Way, Collegedale, TN 37363(423) 643-6055
Hulsey Wellness Center building at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN

Hulsey Wellness Center

Open to the community on the Southern Adventist University campus, with fitness equipment, pools, a sauna, and group exercise classes.

Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN(423) 236-2850

Erlanger East and Parkridge East hospitals are also nearby for more advanced medical needs.

Local Favorites

Grocery, Shopping, Dining and Golf In Ooltewah

Grocery

Shopping

Restaurants

Coffee & Sweets

Bars, Breweries & Wine

Things To Do

Pickleball courts, playground, and caboose behind Collegedale City Hall, TN

Collegedale Pickleball

Four first-come, first-served courts behind City Hall, with beginner lessons offered throughout the year.

Behind Collegedale City Hall, Collegedale, TN

Parks & Green Space

Little Debbie Park playground and swings in Collegedale, TN

Little Debbie Park

Opened in 2023 with wide walking paths, a children's zipline, climbing features, a music area, and giant fiberglass snack sculptures for photos.

4698 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN 37363(423) 396-3135
Imagination Station playground behind Collegedale City Hall, TN

Imagination Station

Playground equipment for all ages behind City Hall, with a caboose and train platform, sandbox, stationary exercise equipment, and pickleball courts.

Behind Collegedale City Hall, Collegedale, TN
The Nature Nook playground at Tallant Road and Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN

Nature Nook

A quiet grove with a playground, pavilion, and tables at Tallant Road and Apison Pike, with greenway and dog park access at the turnaround.

Tallant Road & Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN
Collegedale Dog Park off-leash area, TN

Collegedale Dog Park

An off-leash park at the east end of the Wolftever Greenway, right by the Nature Nook, for dogs to run and socialize.

5225 Tallant Road, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Veterans Memorial Park aerial view, Collegedale, TN

Veterans Memorial Park

Honors local veterans with flags of all 50 states, monuments, sculptures, and military aircraft displays along the Wolftever Creek Greenway.

Along the Greenway on Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN
Walkers on the Collegedale Greenway along Wolftever Creek, TN

Collegedale Greenway

A 3-mile paved multimodal path along Wolftever Creek for walking, running, cycling, and skating, linking Nature Nook, Thatcher Switch, and The Commons.

Thatcher Switch Recreational Area building and playground, Collegedale, TN

Thatcher Switch Recreational Area

A greenway entry point at Tucker Road and Apison Pike with a small playground, multi-use field, mountain bike skills course, and rentable pavilion.

Tucker Road & Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN

Golf

Festivals

Festivals, Events & Farmers Market In Ooltewah

Ooltewah Strawberry Festival

This beloved annual festival draws visitors from across the region for food, music, and community celebration each spring.

Ooltewah Farmers Market

The market's Melon Fest and weekly offerings connect residents with local produce and small businesses.

Christmas in Collegedale

Collegedale Parks and Recreation's annual holiday celebration for the community.

Christmas Parade

An annual holiday parade through Collegedale, hosted by Collegedale Parks and Recreation.

Live Music on the Square

A recurring live music series at Cambridge Square in Ooltewah.

Why Work With Us Here

Ooltewah Real Estate, Done Right

New-Construction Expertise

We help buyers compare builder pricing and phasing across Ooltewah's many active developments.

A Local's Read On Pricing

We track what's actually closing in Ooltewah, not just list prices, so your offer or asking price reflects reality.

I-75 Commuter Insight

We help buyers weigh commute times and access when choosing among Ooltewah's many neighborhoods.

Ooltewah FAQ

Questions About Living In Ooltewah

Is Ooltewah a good place to live?

For many buyers, yes. Ooltewah offers newer homes, Hamilton County schools and quick I-75 access, about 20 miles from downtown Chattanooga. Cambridge Square gives the area a walkable center with dining, shops and community events. Buyers who want more space can find acreage toward White Oak Mountain and Snow Hill Road.

Is Ooltewah a city, or part of Chattanooga?

Neither. Ooltewah is an unincorporated community in Hamilton County, not a city, and it is not part of the City of Chattanooga. It sits next to the city of Collegedale, and the two share the 37363 zip code in many areas. Most people still think of it as part of the greater Chattanooga area.

Where is Ooltewah, and how far is it from Chattanooga?

Ooltewah is in southeast Tennessee, east of Chattanooga along I-75. Downtown Chattanooga is about 20 miles away and Cleveland is about 15 miles. Knoxville is roughly 100 miles north and Nashville about 150 miles northwest.

What county and zip code is Ooltewah in?

Ooltewah is in Hamilton County, Tennessee. Its zip code is 37363, which it shares with parts of Collegedale. Ooltewah is in the Eastern time zone.

What does Ooltewah mean, and how do you say it?

Say it OO-tuh-wah. The name likely comes from a Cherokee or Muscogee word. Locals say it means "owl's nest," which is why Ooltewah's schools are the Owls.

What schools serve Ooltewah?

Ooltewah is zoned to Hamilton County Schools. Public schools include Ooltewah, Snow Hill, Wallace A. Smith and Wolftever Creek elementary schools, Ooltewah and Hunter middle schools, and Ooltewah High School. Zoning depends on the address, so check the Hamilton County Schools zone lookup before you buy.

What do homes in Ooltewah cost?

The median sale price in Ooltewah was $445,000 in August 2026, across 71 closed sales. Most homes sold between $350,000 and $499,000, where the median was $419,500. Ooltewah also has a strong luxury market, with 28 homes listed above $1 million that month.

Is Ooltewah a buyer's or seller's market right now?

It is close to balanced. In August 2026 Ooltewah had 4.7 months of supply, up from 4.3 a year earlier, and active listings rose 27% year over year. Homes sold in a median of 46 days at 98.4% of the original list price. 45% of sellers paid concessions, with a median of $10,000.

What areas are near Ooltewah?

Collegedale borders Ooltewah and is home to Southern Adventist University and Little Debbie Park. Apison, to the southeast, offers newer master-planned communities in a quieter setting. Harrison, to the northwest, draws buyers looking for lake homes and acreage. East Brainerd, to the southwest, sits next to the Hamilton Place shopping area.

Market figures: August 2026, Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® MMO, powered by Flexmls®. Updated October 2026.

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