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Tucked at the base of Lookout Mountain, St. Elmo is one of the most in-demand neighborhoods in Chattanooga. Known for its quaint and historic homes, this community enjoys convenient access to everything the city has to offer.
One of Chattanooga’s four Local Historic Districts, St. Elmo charms with a variety of styles and aesthetics including Queen Anne, Colonial and Tudor Revival, and craftsman-style homes. Today, many of these turn-of-the-century homes have been renovated to include modern fixtures and amenities. St. Elmo has also seen some new construction in recent years, providing even more housing options.
With easy access to I-24, St. Elmo residents can conveniently reach top employers in downtown Chattanooga and at Enterprise South Industrial Park. The area is also home to several small businesses as well as Sanofi, a pharmaceutical company.
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.
The area’s youngest students are zoned for Calvin Donaldson or Lookout Valley Elementary Schools, while older students attend East Lake Academy of Fine Arts, The Howard School, or Lookout Valley Middle High School. Chattanooga Christian School is on the edge of St. Elmo, and other private schools are only a short drive away.
St. Elmo residents have easy access to large healthcare facilities operated by CHI Memorial, Erlanger Health System, and Parkridge Health System. The area is also home to family medical, pharmaceutical, and dental care.
Popular grocery chain Food City has a location in St. Elmo. The brand-new South Broad Street Publix, completed in 2021, is also a destination for foodies and conventional grocery shoppers alike.
Locals and visitors alike can take the Incline Railway to the top of Lookout Mountain to visit Point Park, part of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park. Back in St. Elmo, the International Towing Museum highlights the history of tow trucks, while the Naughty Cat Cafe – one of the largest cat cafes in the world – offers visitors the opportunity to visit with, and even adopt, the area’s rescue cats.
Chattanooga’s Riverwalk – a haven for bicyclists, runners, and walkers – extends to the St. Elmo neighborhood. Outdoor enthusiasts also enjoy access to several trailheads, including Glen Falls and Guild Trail. Nearby, Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center has more than 300 acres to explore and houses a nature center, native plant nursery, and arboretum. The City of Chattanooga maintains St. Elmo Park, equipped with a challenge course, fitness station, and accessible play areas for all ages.
Open to the public, the South Chattanooga Community Center has an indoor pool, full-size gym, and outdoor walking track, among other facilities. A yoga and barre studio also call St. Elmo home.
Patrons can shop jewelry, art, floral arrangements, sports equipment, and more in the heart of St. Elmo. Food City and the Publix Super Market at Mount Vernon Point supply groceries for the area, and local farmers markets take place seasonally throughout the year.
From Southern coastal fare and made-from-scratch pizza to local coffee and sandwiches, St. Elmo offers a variety of cuisine suited to every taste and budget.
St. Elmo’s name was taken from a novel penned by Augusta J. Evans Wilson. after spending several summers on Lookout Mountain, the author compared her view to that of St. Elmo Castle in Naples, Italy. Her best-selling book – St. Elmo – was published in 1866.
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Tucked at the base of Lookout Mountain, St. Elmo is one of the most in-demand neighborhoods in Chattanooga. Known for its quaint and historic homes, this community enjoys convenient access to everything the city has to offer.
One of Chattanooga’s four Local Historic Districts, St. Elmo charms with a variety of styles and aesthetics including Queen Anne, Colonial and Tudor Revival, and craftsman-style homes. Today, many of these turn-of-the-century homes have been renovated to include modern fixtures and amenities. St. Elmo has also seen some new construction in recent years, providing even more housing options.
With easy access to I-24, St. Elmo residents can conveniently reach top employers in downtown Chattanooga and at Enterprise South Industrial Park. The area is also home to several small businesses as well as Sanofi, a pharmaceutical company.
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.
The area’s youngest students are zoned for Calvin Donaldson or Lookout Valley Elementary Schools, while older students attend East Lake Academy of Fine Arts, The Howard School, or Lookout Valley Middle High School. Chattanooga Christian School is on the edge of St. Elmo, and other private schools are only a short drive away.
St. Elmo residents have easy access to large healthcare facilities operated by CHI Memorial, Erlanger Health System, and Parkridge Health System. The area is also home to family medical, pharmaceutical, and dental care.
Popular grocery chain Food City has a location in St. Elmo. The brand-new South Broad Street Publix, completed in 2021, is also a destination for foodies and conventional grocery shoppers alike.
Locals and visitors alike can take the Incline Railway to the top of Lookout Mountain to visit Point Park, part of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park. Back in St. Elmo, the International Towing Museum highlights the history of tow trucks, while the Naughty Cat Cafe – one of the largest cat cafes in the world – offers visitors the opportunity to visit with, and even adopt, the area’s rescue cats.
Chattanooga’s Riverwalk – a haven for bicyclists, runners, and walkers – extends to the St. Elmo neighborhood. Outdoor enthusiasts also enjoy access to several trailheads, including Glen Falls and Guild Trail. Nearby, Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center has more than 300 acres to explore and houses a nature center, native plant nursery, and arboretum. The City of Chattanooga maintains St. Elmo Park, equipped with a challenge course, fitness station, and accessible play areas for all ages.
Open to the public, the South Chattanooga Community Center has an indoor pool, full-size gym, and outdoor walking track, among other facilities. A yoga and barre studio also call St. Elmo home.
Patrons can shop jewelry, art, floral arrangements, sports equipment, and more in the heart of St. Elmo. Food City and the Publix Super Market at Mount Vernon Point supply groceries for the area, and local farmers markets take place seasonally throughout the year.
From Southern coastal fare and made-from-scratch pizza to local coffee and sandwiches, St. Elmo offers a variety of cuisine suited to every taste and budget.
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