Shallowford Rd & Jenkins Rd Access | Strong Location off of I-75’s Exit 5 & Traffic Exposure**
Offering 11+ acres in East Brainerd, this tract provides a rare land opportunity near one of Chattanooga’s strongest commercial corridors. The property offers access from Shallowford Road and Jenkins Road and is situated near the point where City of Chattanooga and Hamilton County boundaries meet, with the site located in the county.
Location & Accessibility
The property is located just minutes from Hamilton Place (approximately 5 minutes) and Interstate 75 (approximately 3–5 minutes), providing excellent access to retail, lodging, employment centers, and regional transportation routes. Ongoing improvements at the I-75 / Hamilton Place interchange—currently approximately two-thirds complete—continue to enhance accessibility and long-term value in this area.
Traffic & Area Activity
Shallowford Road: ±15,717 vehicles per day
Gunbarrel Road: ±23,718 vehicles per day
Interstate 75: ±120,176 vehicles per day
The surrounding network of Shallowford Road, Jenkins Road, Gunbarrel Road, and I-75 supports strong commercial activity throughout the corridor.
Drury Plaza Hotel, recently delivered along Shallowford Road, reflects continued investment and growth in the immediate area.
Market Context
Hamilton Place remains one of the most dominant retail destinations in the region and is widely recognized as one of the largest and most successful shopping centers in Tennessee. The property also benefits from proximity to the Volkswagen Chattanooga Manufacturing Plant (approximately 20–25 minutes), a major regional employer supporting sustained demand in the East Brainerd market.
Zoning
Zoning across the property includes a combination of RN-1 through RN-6, C-2, and R-2A, offering a mix of residential and commercial classifications and providing flexibility for potential future development, subject to zoning requirements and approvals.
Floodplain Information
A portion of the property lies within the FEMA 100-year floodplain, which is common for properties along this corridor. Site development would require raising or elevating the affected areas prior to construction, offering future owners an opportunity to shape the final grade and site plan to match their intended use. Buyers are encouraged to review FEMA flood maps and consult engineering professionals for development planning.
Opportunity
With its size, county location, dual road access, proximity to major retail and interstate infrastructure, documented traffic exposure, and mixed zoning profile, this property is well suited for a variety of commercial or investment uses, subject to zoning and approvals.
The property has been priced in alignment with a recent appraisal, providing buyers with confidence in its market position.