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Fort Oglethorpe, GA

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Immerse yourself in history, natural beauty, and family fun

Suburban Historic Scenic Mountain Views Quiet Convenient Affordable Accessible

Fort Oglethorpe sits about ten miles southeast of Chattanooga, Tennessee, steeped in rich historical roots, stunning natural beauty, and plenty of opportunities for family fun. Incorporated in 1949, Fort Oglethorpe’s history extends much further, serving as a backdrop for several battles during the Spanish-American War, World War I, and World War II.

Named in honor of Georgia’s founder, Fort Oglethorpe is now the northern gateway to the expansive Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, the oldest and largest of America’s Civil War Parks. The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is also a place of serene beauty. Fort Oglethorpe residents can also soak in scenic views on nearby Lookout Mountain, where options for hiking, hang gliding, and picturesque drives are abundant.

Fort Oglethorpe provides a small-town vibe near big-city amenities, located just minutes away from the vibrant, family-friendly Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park. Chattanooga is only a 15-minute drive away from Fort Oglethorpe while Atlanta is about 90 minutes away. Getting around from Fort Oglethorpe is easy with access to I-75 and U.S. Routes 27 and 41.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Fort Oglethorpe, GA is $794 for a studio, $946 for one bedroom, $1,280 for two bedrooms, and $972 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Oglethorpe has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$946/month
641 Sq Ft
House
$1,577/month
1,433 Sq Ft
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Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

41

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Battlefield Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

429 Students

7
out of 10

Battlefield Primary

Public

Grades PK-2

492 Students

Rating Unavailable

Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,023 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
  • UTC Clarence Jones Observatory
  • Incline Railway
  • Chattanooga Zoo
  • Elise Chapin Sanctuary at Audubon Acres

Airports

  • Lovell Field

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.