Episode 53

Newly Built Homes in the Chattanooga area with D. R. Horton Communities

In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host Blake Watson sits down with Melani Trelut, sales representative with D.R. Horton in Chattanooga, to discuss D.R. Horton developments in new home construction across the Chattanooga region. Melani shares insights about D.R. Horton’s footprint in the region, including their largest development in Sweet Briar and the new Watercolor community, which offers lake access and a variety of amenities.

Melani explains the different home series offered by D.R. Horton, including

the Emerald series, which features higher-end finishes like tile showers,

pendant lighting, and upgraded features. She also highlights current buyer

incentives, including the Red Tag Sales Event through February 28, 2025, which

offers up to $30,000 off select homes and special financing options through

their preferred lender.

The conversation explores the benefits of buying a D.R. Horton home,

including faster build times, a strong home warranty program, and smart home

features like video doorbells, Wi-Fi-controlled thermostats, and smart locks.

Blake and Melani also discuss the affordability of D.R. Horton’s offerings,

with homes starting in the low $200,000s in some nearby rural communities,

making homeownership more accessible to first-time buyers and those relocating

to the area.

If you’re interested in checking out D.R. Horton’s communities in

Chattanooga, you can visit their model homes, browse their website at

drhorton.com, or reach out to Melani directly at 423-716-0333. Blake is also

available to help guide you through the home-buying process in a D.R. Horton

community or any other home in Tennessee or Georgia.

Blake Watson, a Realtor with Epique Realty, can be reached on mobile at

(423) 315-1815 or office (888) 893-3537. Visit Blake’s website at www.athomechattanooga.com, or connect with Blake on Facebook or LinkedIn as Blake Watson. You can also connect through Instagram @rocknrollblake.

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When you choose to partner with me as your Realtor, I bring knowledge, expertise, and real estate experience to our partnership. You can count on my negotiation skills and marketing know-how to help sell your property or help you secure the home of your dreams. I am Blake Watson, real estate agent brokered by Epique Realty, and serving Chattanooga and Northwest Georgia. In addition to being an agent, I host the “Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate” podcast.
Honesty, transparency and trust are qualities you can expect from me. Above all, you can be confident that I will serve you with your best interest at heart.
Chattanooga is my hometown. I'm a proud graduate of Hamilton County Public Schools with years at East Brainerd Elementary, Westview Elementary, Brown Middle and Central High. I went on to graduate from the Honors Program at the University of Georgia, where I met my amazing wife. After several years away in other southern cities, we returned to the Chattanooga area. Now, we live in Ringgold, GA with our two adopted kids, and we raise goats on our small farm.
I've worked in Chattanooga and Northwest Georgia for decades and know and love the towns and neighborhoods throughout the area. I love the community we have in Chattanooga, and the incredible transformation our city has enjoyed over the past 20 plus years. If you live here, you know what I mean. If you are considering a move to Chattanooga, be prepared to fall in love with this beautiful area that is so full of life and fun!