Are you looking for just the right home, just the right neighborhood in the greater Hixson area? Welcome to Big Ridge! Conveniently located between Hixson and Lake Chickamauga, this safe, peaceful, family friendly area provides easy access to schools, shopping, recreation, and Hwy 153 and Hixson Pike (both main commercial routes) This beautifully built home provides contemporary touches, quality craftsmanship, and elegant detail. Completed in 2000, 4740 North Forest is a unique gem in the established, mature Northshore Forest neighborhood. With tons of natural light and 9ft ceilings, from the moment you enter you notice the care, love, and attention that make this a stand out property. From the manicured irrigated lawn of this large corner lot to more than ample garden and play areas, you will feel right at home. The well appointed kitchen opens to great room and overlooks back deck and play areas. Tucked behind the kitchen is the Junior Master with full bathroom for guests, in-laws, or main level master. The screened enclosed outside sitting area is the perfect spot for starting the day with a warm cup of coffee or tea, or winding down at the end of a long day. Upstairs is the main Owner's Suite with generous space, privacy, and walk-in closet. Two more bedrooms, an office/craft room (currently functioning as a 5th bedroom), a large recently finished bonus room, and walk-in storage room complete the 2nd Floor. Lots of storage throughout. No question a meticulously cared for home with a newer Roof, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, and Water Heater all replaced within the last 5 years. Move In Ready Condition with low maintenance living thanks to mostly brick exterior. Schedule an appointment today, and you will be glad you did. If your looking for a sharp home that is priced to sell your search may be over. Motivated Seller. All reasonable offers considered. Buyer to verify all square footage.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$173Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeremy Saum• Nu Vision Realty
Bought with Kathy Mittelstadt• Crye-Leike, REALTORS
Fabulous Neighborhood ... Highly Desirable location ... Gorgeous Home!! Built in 2000, it is 21st Century Living in an older established neighborhood w/appreciating values. 9 foot ceilings grace the first floor as do the Hardwoods, Crown Moldings, and EXQUISITE touches to the discernable buyer. The Gourmet Kitchen opens to the Breakfast and Great Rooms. The in-law suite or Junior Master is tucked behind the Kitchen for ease of living and convenience. The screened porch and back deck overlook an expansive and manicured fenced back yard complete w/arbor and mature trees. The plush landscaping shows off the house and gives the appearance that the home has been here for 40+ years. The side entry 2-car garage has extra storage for a work bench and all your lawn equipment. The irrigation system
GCAR #18356
Mar 27, 2002
Sold
$218,500
$66/sq ft
Sep 17, 2001
Listed
$234,900
$71/sq ft
YEAR-OLD HOUSE IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD. BEAUTIFUL CORNER LOT. 3/4 QUARTER BRICK. QUALITY THROUGHOUT. HAS 4 BEDROOMS, OFFICE & LARGE EXPANSION/STORAGE AREA OVER GARAGE. LARGE LIVING ROOM. LOTS OF CROWN MOLDING & HARD WOODS. 2'' PLANTATION BLINDS. GE PROFILE APPLIANCES IN KI TCHEN. 1ST FLOOR BR & FULL BA. VERIFY SCHOOLS.
Public Records
Sep 3, 1998
Sold
$123,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,959 (−2.1%)
2024
$2,002
2023
$2,002
2022
$2,002
2021
$2,002 (+16.0%)
2020
$1,725
2019
$1,725
2018
$1,725
2017
$1,725 (+8.0%)
2016
$1,598
2014
$1,598
Tax history for 4740 N Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,959 (−2.1%)
2024
$2,002
2023
$2,002
2022
$2,002
2021
$2,002 (+16.0%)
2020
$1,725
2019
$1,725
2018
$1,725
2017
$1,725 (+8.0%)
2016
$1,598
2014
$1,598
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
153 ft.
Lot depth
165 ft.
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,598
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hamilton County
APN
111I C 020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
RN-1-6
Residential Neighborhood Zone
The RN-1-6 Residential Neighborhood Zone is intended to accommodate a neighborhood environment predominantly characterized by single-unit homes on lots of 6,000 square feet or greater.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Off Street, On Street, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Ice Maker, Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Down Draft, Disposal, Dishwasher, Convection Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Oven
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Fire Pit, Garden, Rain Gutters
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Open Lot, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size Dimensions: 152.9 x 165.1
Lot Size Area: 0.58
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.58
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,016.13
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Big Ridge Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Hixson Middle
High School: Hixson High
Location Information
Directions: I-75 to Hwy 153 North. Take Access Road Exit immediately after crossing Chickamauga Dam. Go around round about to Lakeshore Dr. to Right at Gann Store Rd to Right at Ridge Crest Rd. Garage entrance on left. Home on Corner of Ridge Crest and N Forest
Subdivision Name: Northshore Forest
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,598
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Hamilton County
APN: 111I C 020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Big Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Hixson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
Hixson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
7/10
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