More Living Space Is On The Way To Johnson City. Plans Have Been Announced For Mitch Cox Companies To Convert The Econo Lodge On East Mountcastle Drive Into A 63-Unit Apartment Building. The Hotel Currently Has 130 Rooms Which Will Be Converted Into One And Two Bedroom Apartments. Rent Will Range From $925 To $1225 Per Month And Includes Utilities, A Pool, A Gym, And An On-Site Laundry Facility. The Sale Of The Property Is Expected To Be Finalized Next Month.