The Vision
Alton Park sits at the crossroads of Chattanooga's growth—minutes from St. Elmo, the South Broad district, and downtown, with the new baseball stadium anchoring the north end.
When these 10 acres became available, the opportunity was clear: create something rare in Chattanooga's housing market. A walkable, colorful, affordable neighborhood designed for the people who actually live here.
Built on Community Input
We met with the Alton Park community multiple times before breaking ground. What we heard was consistent: residents wanted a chance to buy in their own neighborhood.
With 80% of the area currently rental housing, Somerville Cottages gives longtime renters a path to ownership—and all the equity, pride, and stability that comes with it.
Design That Stands Out
Drive through most new construction in Chattanooga and you'll see the same thing: gray, white, black, tan, taupe. All exactly alike.
We asked a simple question: Why did we stop putting color in neighborhoods?
Inspired by the vibrant streets of New Orleans, Somerville Cottages brings personality back to new construction—pink houses, blue houses, yellow houses, green houses. These are colors that have defined great neighborhoods for generations. We're bringing them back to Chattanooga.
Homes That Work for Real Life
Beyond the curb appeal, every home is designed for how families actually live. Single-level floor plans put kitchens, dining rooms, and living rooms all on the first floor. No hauling groceries up stairs. No birthday parties spread across three levels. Just functional spaces that work for everyone—from first-time buyers to empty nesters.
Opening Doors to Ownership
The Chattanooga housing market has priced too many families out of the idea of ever owning a home. Somerville Cottages changes that with homes starting in the low $200,000s and 100% financing options available for qualified buyers.
It's important to all of us that the people of Chattanooga get to experience home ownership—not just as an investment, but as a foundation for stability and community.
The Ripple Effect
We believe in what we call the cluster effect: add rooftops—houses, apartments, people—and restaurants and retail will follow.
In 3 to 5 years, we expect Alton Park Boulevard between 33rd and 40th Street to have walkable restaurants and retail shops. That's not just development. That's neighborhood revival.