Neighborhoods – North Georgia
Neighborhoods – Lookout Mountain
Neighborhoods – Southside
Nestled between downtown Chattanooga and the base of Lookout Mountain, St. Elmo offers quaint homes, historic charm, and convenient access to area attractions.
Dedicated as a local historic district in 1992, St. Elmo offers a variety of architecturally interesting builds – including Queen Anne, Colonial, Tudor Revivals, and craftsman-style homes. While they may boast historic exteriors, many have been recently updated with modern conveniences. Residents can also find new builds in the area, as well as luxurious subdivisions like St. Elmo South.
Elementary students can attend Calvin Donaldson and Lookout Valley Elementary Schools while older students can attend East Lake Academy of Fine Arts, The Howard School, Lookout Valley Middle, and Lookout Valley High School. While many of Chattanooga’s private schools are just a short drive away, Chattanooga Christian School resides just on the edge of St. Elmo.
St. Elmo offers convenient access to major healthcare systems like CommonSpirit – Memorial Hospital, Erlanger, and Parkridge Health System. The area also offers options for family medical, pharmaceutical, and dental care.
St. Elmo boasts convenient access to downtown Chattanooga, as well as major interstates leading to Nashville, Knoxville, Birmingham, Atlanta, and the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. St. Elmo also runs along portions of the Tennessee Riverwalk, offering bikers and joggers easy access to downtown.
Popular grocery chain Food City has a location in St. Elmo. The South Broad Street Publix is also a destination for foodies and conventional grocery shoppers alike.
St. Elmo houses the Incline Railway, a 1-mile funicular railway that takes visitors on trips up and down Lookout Mountain. Also in the area are the International Towing Museum, a display of towing artifacts, and the Naughty Cat Cafe, where guests can visit and play with over 30 rescue cats. St. Elmo is also nearby mountaintop attractions such as Point Park, Rock City, and Ruby Falls.
The 16-mile Chattanooga Riverwalk runs directly through St. Elmo. Nearby, popular hikes include Glen Falls Trail and the Guild-Hardy Trail. Also in the area is Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, which houses 300 acres of park and wild lands. The recently renovated Ben Miller Park offers a dog park, pickleball courts, and more.
Residents can enjoy yoga and Pilates classes at Southern Soul Yoga. At the South Chattanooga Community Center, residents have public access to a gym, indoor pool, and more.
St. Elmo has access to grocery stores Publix and Food City.
A florist, family-owned gift shop, pottery studio, and more can also be found in the area. Residents can find locally made goods at the monthly
St. Elmo Makers Market.
From Southern cuisine to Thai and more, St. Elmo has a variety of dining options. Sweet treats and drinks can also be found in the area, from ice cream to gourmet hot chocolate.
