DEVELOPMENT

Somerville Cottages

PROJECT INVESTMENT

$19M

TOTAL UNITS

79

COMPLETION

Rooted in Community, Designed for Connection

Somerville Cottages was born from a vision to bring new life to South Chattanooga as the energy of St. Elmo expanded north along Broad Street toward the future Lookouts stadium. After identifying the corridor’s potential, Adam Kinsey introduced the opportunity to Ethan Collier, who saw the chance to create a neighborhood that felt vibrant, attainable, and deeply human.

Inspired by the colorful cottage communities of New Orleans, the homes were designed to brighten the streetscape with soft pinks, warm yellows, and coastal blues, creating a place that feels welcoming, distinctive, and full of character. Somerville Cottages reflects Collier’s commitment to building communities that don’t just add housing, but contribute to the identity and momentum of the city around them.

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PROJECT INFORMATION

Client

Collier Role

Developer

Project Investment

$19M

Total Units

79

Year Completed

Architect

Structural

MEP

Landscape

Project Details

Somerville Cottages offers a diverse mix of thoughtfully designed homes, including 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom floor plans across single-family cottages as well as duplex and quadplex configurations. This range provides flexible ownership options from primary residences to live-and-lease strategies and full investment properties.

Homes are designed for efficient, modern living with open layouts, abundant natural light, and inviting front porches that encourage connection with neighbors. Smaller lots and compact footprints help maintain attainable price points while preserving architectural charm and quality.

Located minutes from downtown Chattanooga, St. Elmo, the Riverwalk, and the future Erlanger Park stadium, the community offers strong long-term positioning for both homeowners and investors. Multi-unit options create opportunities for rental income, multigenerational living, or portfolio expansion in one of the city’s fastest-evolving corridors.

By combining vibrant design, walkability, and flexible housing types, Somerville Cottages delivers a unique alternative to traditional subdivisions, one that supports both community building and wealth building.

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