The Flats at Southside Gardens
245 W 26th St,
Chattanooga, TN 37408
$1,200 - $1,650 | 1 Bed
Once the urban center for industry in Chattanooga, the Southside neighborhood features thriving new businesses, affordable apartment complexes, restaurants, and entertainment venues and the close proximity of these options allows residents to keep their driving to a minimum. Old and new construction stand side-by-side in this up-and-coming downtown neighborhood. The Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel includes the Centennial Theatre, an entertainment venue for music, and the Comedy Catch.
Locals gather at Southside Social to enjoy games, such as shuffleboard, bowling, and skeeball, as well as to grab a bison burger or pulled pork slider, have a beer or enjoy a cigar. Southside restaurants serving regional cuisines blend with establishments that offer taste treats from all corners of the globe that satisfy any palate. For sports fans, Finley Stadium hosts matches for the University of Tennessee's Chattanooga Mocs teams. The stadium is also home to the First Tennessee Pavilion, which hosts concerts and events, and the Chattanooga market, providing local art, produce, and music.
The Dreaming Forward mural at Carniceria Loa
The historic Warehouse Row is a mixed-use area with shops, restaurants, and lofts
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Southside is $1,142 for a studio, $1,385 for one bedroom, $1,939 for two bedrooms, and $2,312 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Southside has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Studio
481 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,142/month
Average Rent
1 BR
735 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,385/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,237 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,939/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,399 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,312/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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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.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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