Investment highlights
Strategic ±0.29-Acre Urban Infill Site
Approximately 12,632 SF of land positioned directly along E Martin Luther King Boulevard in Chattanooga's urban core.
Exceptional Proximity to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Located immediately adjacent to the greater UTC campus area, providing a strategic position near one of Downtown Chattanooga's largest institutional demand generators.
More Than 12,000 UTC Students
UTC reported record fall 2025 enrollment of 12,060 students, and the university is targeting 15,000 students by 2030, strengthening the long-term demand story surrounding the property.
$460+ Million in UTC Campus Investment
UTC announced more than $460 million in major campus construction projects, including new housing, academic facilities, dining, parking, and expansion of the Rollins College of Business.
Positioned Along the MLK / UTC Connection
The City identifies the nearby 600-800 block of MLK as directly adjacent to the University Greenway, which extends through the UTC campus and ultimately connects to the Tennessee Riverwalk.
Approximately 100 Feet of MLK Boulevard Frontage
The ±100' x 125' site configuration provides substantial frontage along the MLK corridor.
Urban Redevelopment Opportunity
Well positioned for a buyer seeking a strategic land holding, owner-user development site, or future urban infill opportunity near UTC and Downtown Chattanooga, subject to zoning and governmental approvals.
Existing Improvements Provide Optionality
Approximately 1,913 SF of existing restaurant and retail improvements are currently located on the property, allowing a purchaser to evaluate interim use while pursuing a longer-term land strategy.
Additional Assemblage Opportunity
618 E MLK is being offered individually at $650,000, with the neighboring 626 E MLK also available separately, creating an opportunity for a buyer seeking a larger strategic position along the corridor.