Episode 67

Over 3,500 Homes & Counting: Chattanooga's Biggest Housing Inventory in a Decade

Chattanooga’s real estate market has officially entered a new era.

In this episode, Blake Watson of Epique Realty breaks down the biggest shift we’ve seen in nearly a decade: a dramatic increase in housing inventory, rising days on market, and cooling prices. Whether you're buying your first home or preparing to sell, this episode explains why the old rules no longer apply—and what you need to do to win in this balanced (and possibly tipping) market.

This episode covers:

Why inventory has jumped over 250% since 2022

How rising mortgage rates are reshaping buyer strategy

What sellers must do to stand out in a crowded market

Price trends, buyer leverage, and realistic expectations for both sides of a home sale

If you want real numbers, real talk, and real guidance for navigating this shifting Chattanooga real estate market, this episode is a must-listen.

Blake Watson is a Realtor in the Chattanooga Tennessee and Northwest Georgia area.  You can find him on LinkedIn and Facebook as Blake Watson, and on Instagram @rocknrollblake. His website is athomechattanooga.com.  Contact Blake at (423) 315-1815 or the Epique Realty office phone (888) 893-3537.

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Blake Watson

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!