North Chattanooga, also called the North Shore, is a walkable riverside district in Hamilton County, TN, part of ZIP 37405. Homes here recently sold for a median of $458,000, and the area is zoned for the award-winning Normal Park Museum Magnet.
ZIP Code | County | Population | Median Home Value | School District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
37405 (North Shore) | Hamilton County, TN | 7,651 | $458,000 | Hamilton County Schools |
Population figure from U.S. Census Bureau data as reported by Real Estate Partners Chattanooga and Lawrence Team Homes. Home value from Redfin's North Chattanooga market report.
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The North Shore: bungalows, bridges, and river views
Once known as Hill City, North Chattanooga is a collection of walkable, tree-lined streets bordered roughly by Frazier Avenue to the south, Hixson Pike to the east, and Dallas Road to the west. It was the first downtown-adjacent neighborhood to revitalize in the mid-1990s, when young professionals began restoring early-1900s bungalows.
Today North Chattanooga, commonly called the North Shore, connects directly to downtown Chattanooga via the historic Walnut Street Bridge, one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world, making it one of the most walkable neighborhoods in the city.
The Walnut Street Bridge
A historic pedestrian bridge links North Chattanooga directly to downtown for walking, biking, or a stroll across the river.
Frazier Avenue
The neighborhood's main commercial strip is packed with local restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques within walking distance of most homes.
Award-winning schools
Normal Park Museum Magnet consistently ranks among the top public schools in the Chattanooga area.
Parks along the river
Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park, and the trails at Stringer's Ridge give residents green space just steps from home.
About 7,651 residents call North Chattanooga home, with a median age of 38 and an average individual income of roughly $91,534. The neighborhood draws a mix of young professionals, families, and retirees who value its walkability and historic bungalow character.
Coolidge Park anchors weekend life in the neighborhood, with its restored vintage carousel and interactive fountains, while Renaissance Park offers trails and wetlands just north along the river.
Population and income figures from U.S. Census Bureau data as reported by Real Estate Partners Chattanooga and The O'Neil Team.
Frazier Avenue is the heart of North Chattanooga's commercial district, lined with cafes, gift shops, and boutiques on the north end of the Walnut Street Bridge.
Grocery needs are met at Publix on Market Street or Food City north of the neighborhood on Hixson Pike.
North Chattanooga's parks and pedestrian access to downtown make it one of the most active neighborhoods in the city.
Park and venue details from Lawrence Team Homes and Matt Ward Homes.
North Chattanooga is served by Hamilton County Schools. Most addresses are zoned for Normal Park Museum Magnet School (PreK to 8), which carries a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. High school students in the zone typically attend Red Bank High School, known for its engineering and computer science programs.
School zoning can vary by address and change over time. Buyers should confirm the assigned school for any specific address directly with Hamilton County Schools before making an offer.
School ratings from GreatSchools.org and Niche.com. Zoning context from Lawrence Team Homes.
Homes in North Chattanooga sold for a median of $458,000 last month, up about 13.3% year over year, according to Redfin, with a median price of roughly $299 per square foot. Single-family homes in the neighborhood have commanded a median price closer to $580,000, reflecting a mix of restored early-1900s bungalows and newer construction. The market is competitive, with homes typically selling within about 38 days.
For current listings and a value estimate specific to your address, contact Jay Robinson and The Robinson Team, who track North Chattanooga alongside Chattanooga's broader homes for sale market.
Sale price and market pace data from Redfin's North Chattanooga housing market report. Single-family median price from Homes.com.
North Chattanooga, also known as the North Shore, is part of ZIP code 37405 in Hamilton County, bordered roughly by Frazier Avenue, Hixson Pike, and Dallas Road.
North Chattanooga is served by Hamilton County Schools. Most addresses are zoned for Normal Park Museum Magnet School, one of the highest-rated public schools in the Chattanooga area, with Red Bank High School typically serving the zone for high school.
North Chattanooga homes sold for a median of $458,000 last month, according to Redfin, up about 13.3% year over year. Single-family homes have commanded a median price closer to $580,000.
North Chattanooga is home to Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park, and the trails at Stringer's Ridge, along with the shops and restaurants of Frazier Avenue and direct pedestrian access to downtown Chattanooga via the Walnut Street Bridge.
Yes. The historic Walnut Street Bridge connects North Chattanooga directly to downtown for pedestrians and cyclists, making it one of the most walkable neighborhoods in the city.
North Chattanooga is popular with families thanks to Normal Park Museum Magnet School, its parks along the river, and its walkable, tight-knit bungalow streets, though its competitive market means buyers should expect higher prices than the Chattanooga median.
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Source notes: Population and income data from the U.S. Census Bureau as compiled by Real Estate Partners Chattanooga, The O'Neil Team, and Lawrence Team Homes. Sale price and market pace data from Redfin. Single-family median price from Homes.com. School ratings from GreatSchools.org and Niche.com.
