RP Communities
Denise Murphy – Keller Williams Realty
Offering the best of both rural and urban living, Hixson features single-family housing, premier medical care, and a variety of schooling options.
Hixson boasts a diverse range of single-family homes that showcase the area’s natural charm while remaining close to shopping, dining, and recreation options. Established neighborhoods include Bay Pointe/Marina Cove, Breakwater Estates, The Canyons at Falling Water, Hidden Harbor, Old Stage Run, Ramsgate, Stonewall Farms, and Valleybrook/Windbrook, providing a variety of styles and settings. For those who prefer new construction, communities include The Cove at Thrasher Landing, Paxton Pointe, Sedman Hills, and The Farmstead by Greentech Homes. Homes for rent can be found at Cottages at Thrasher, and Nestledown offers stylish, low-maintenance townhomes.
Elementary schools in the area include Big Ridge Elementary, DuPont Elementary, Hixson Elementary, McConnell Elementary, Middle Valley Elementary, and Rivermont Elementary. Secondary education options include Loftis Middle, Hixson Middle, and Hixson High Schools. Thanks to Hixson’s proximity to downtown, residents also have convenient access to a variety of private schools.
An emergency department, imaging center, and intensive care unit can be found at CommonSpirit – Memorial Hospital – Hixson, while Erlanger and Parkridge hospitals are just a short drive away. Other comprehensive medical services can be found at Erlanger Primary Care – Hixson. The area is also a central location for family medical and dental care services. Premier senior care facilities – including Brookdale Hixson, Dominion Senior Living of Hixson, Life Care Center of Hixson, and Morning Pointe of Hixson – offer exceptional amenities to seniors in the area.
Frequent travelers will find that Hixson, which connects to I-75 and Highway 27 by way of Highway 153, provides quick access to the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, Birmingham, Atlanta, Knoxville, and Nashville. Hixson Pike also offers a direct connection to downtown Chattanooga.
Along thoroughfares Hixson Pike and Highway 153, residents can find well-known grocers such as Food City, Publix, ALDI, and Walmart Supercenter. Local bakeries The Bread Basket, Federal Bake Shop, and Chatta-Cakes Bakery supply the area with sweets and specialty breads.
Hixson offers plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors, whether on land or out on the water. Greenway Farms spans 180 acres and features trails for hiking and biking, a dog park with a splash zone, and canoe access along North Chickamauga Creek. Nearby Hixson and Vandergriff Parks offer tennis courts, ball fields, and playgrounds. On the shores of Chickamauga Lake, Chester Frost Park is a local favorite for camping, fishing, boating, and picnicking – and in the summer months, families can cool off at the popular aqua park, Nooga Splash.
Hixson features local golf courses such as Creeks Bend Golf Club and Valleybrook Golf and Country Club. Fitness enthusiasts can visit centers such as Crunch Fitness, Sportsbarn, and the YMCA, offering workout classes, including yoga, cycling, and more.
Running through the heart of Hixson, Highway 153 serves as a hub for shopping and dining, blending local charm and national conveniences. Recent additions like CAVA, Swig, and Raising Cane’s bring variety to the area, while locally owned bakeries, delis, and restaurants offer everything from Southern fare to international flavors. Northgate Mall remains a popular shopping destination, home to retailers including ULTA Beauty, Old Navy, and T.J. Maxx, with BJ’s Wholesale Club set to open early 2026. Target and Walmart Supercenter are just minutes away for everyday essentials.
Moviegoers can head to the AMC Northgate 14 at Northgate Mall to see the newest releases. For more fun, Spare Time Entertainment on Hixson Pike offers bowling, arcade games, dining, and a variety of family-friendly activities.
