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Heron Walk

Heron Walk

Suburban Neighborhood in Madison, Tennessee

Davidson County 37115

$335,606 Average Value
$239 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Affordability and convenience bring buyers to Madison

Twelve miles northeast of downtown Nashville, Heron Walk is a residential neighborhood in the suburb of Madison. It's sought after for its affordability relative to other Nashville neighborhoods, as well as its proximity to shopping and dining centers and major thoroughfares that connect to the city. The Cumberland River borders the neighborhood to the south, creating a row of especially coveted riverside real estate. Gallatin Pike to the west quickly connects to Interstate 31 to take residents into town. "This area has all the major goods and services of the urban base, but it's still affordable," says Realtor Karen Hoff. "You're on major traffic circles, which makes it super easy to get north, south, west and east of town in minutes." Restaurants and grocery stores up and down Gallatin Pike make food access easy, and the Madison Community Center, just to the north, provides recreational programming for kids and adults alike. Heron Walk has public, private and charter schools in the neighborhood, providing plenty of education options for neighborhood families.

Heron Walk is home to lightly wooded lots with close proximity to downtown Nashville.
Heron Walk is home to lightly wooded lots with close proximity to downtown Nashville.
There is a busy food court at The Rivergate Mall in the Madison neighborhood.
There is a busy food court at The Rivergate Mall in the Madison neighborhood.
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Ongoing development as Madison continues to grow

Heron Walk has ranch-style homes, bungalows and new traditional homes on quarter- to half-acre lots. Depending on lot size and location within the neighborhood, some areas have a suburban feel, while others feel more rural. The neighborhood's priciest homes line the Cumberland River, with home values as high as $700,000 to $800,000, but the rest of the neighborhood's home values typically fall between $250,000 and $450,000. As Madison continues to grow, Heron Walk has seen an increase in development, specifically in new traditional townhouses and single-family homes built since 2020. "This is one of the first neighborhoods in Madison that's very modern looking," Hoff says. Despite increased demand, prices in Heron Walk are still significantly lower than in other parts of Nashville, with homes coming in at about $100,000 less than the average for the metro area.

Homebuyers can find new modern homes in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Homebuyers can find new modern homes in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Brick, ranch-style homes are plentiful in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Brick, ranch-style homes are plentiful in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
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Metro Nashville Public Schools, charter schools and Madison Academy

Heron Walk's assigned elementary school is Neely's Bend Elementary, located on the neighborhood's east end. This kindergarten through Grade 8 school is a world cultures and international arts magnet school, with a C rating from Niche. It offers 1:1 technology for every student and before- and after-school programs hosted by the YMCA. Sixth graders can opt to attend Madison Middle School, which has an A on Niche and is ranked by the site as the best public middle school in Madison County. Madison Middle School is an international arts magnet program offering STEM, AP and early high school credit courses. For high school, students attend Hunters Lane High, which receives a C-minus on Niche. Hunters Lane High has four academies to help students focus their interests. All students are also enrolled in the freshman academy prior to electing their specialization, choosing between the academy of design & technology; the academy of hospitality, marketing and business; and the academy of international baccalaureate, health and human services. The neighborhood is also home to two charter schools - Smithson Craighead Academy, a kindergarten through Grade 5 school with a C on Niche, and LEAD Neely's Bend, a fifth through eighth school with a C-minus – and Madison Academy, a pre-kindergarten through Grade 12 Seventh-day Adventist school with an A-minus on Niche.

Hunters Lane Comp High School is located in Northeast Nashville.
Hunters Lane Comp High School is located in Northeast Nashville.
Madison Middle Prep is a grade 5-8 school that serves the residents of Northeast Nashville.
Madison Middle Prep is a grade 5-8 school that serves the residents of Northeast Nashville.
Smithson Craighead Academy is home to the Eagles in Madison.
Smithson Craighead Academy is home to the Eagles in Madison.
Neely's Bend Elementary in Neely's Bend has a student to teacher ratio of 12:1.
Neely's Bend Elementary in Neely's Bend has a student to teacher ratio of 12:1.
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Interstate access and WeGo Public Transit

Heron Walk is a car-dependent neighborhood in the suburb of Madison, 12 miles northeast of downtown Nashville. Commuters can take U.S. Route 31 East or Interstate 65 to get into the city. The neighborhood has a WeGo Public Transit bus stop, but it takes over an hour to get into the city. The closest hospital to Heron Walk is the TriStar Skyline Medical Center, 6 miles west. The Nashville International Airport is 14 miles south.

Gallatin Pike North is a major thoroughfare in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Gallatin Pike North is a major thoroughfare in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Public Transit is available for residents living in Heron Walk.
Public Transit is available for residents living in Heron Walk.
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Madison Park and the Madison Community Center

Just across Old Hickory Boulevard from Heron Walk, Madison Park is a community gathering spot with a basketball court, playground, tennis courts and paved walking paths. The park is home to the Madison Community Center, which offers a variety of programming for kids and adults. The community center also has a free daily after-school program for kids ages 6 through 14, as well as a youth summer enrichment program and sports teams. Adults can take exercise classes like ZUMBA, line dancing and boot camp or sign up for sports leagues. Heron Walk has a pond in the center of the neighborhood called Hospital Pond; and residents head there for picnics and walks along the waterfront path. The Cumberland River meanders along the eastern portion of Heron Walk, offering opportunities for kayaking, paddle boating and fishing with a steady supply of trout and bass. For indoor fun, locals drive 5 miles west to Eastside Bowl, a retro bowling alley with an arcade and diner.

The Madison Park Community Center offers exercise classes to nearby Heron Walk residents.
The Madison Park Community Center offers exercise classes to nearby Heron Walk residents.
Hospital Pond is surrounded by pathways where Heron Walk residents often walk their dogs.
Hospital Pond is surrounded by pathways where Heron Walk residents often walk their dogs.
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Gallatin Pike and the RiverGate Mall

Gallatin Pike borders the west side of Heron Walk, and along this thoroughfare, residents can find various chain restaurants and retailers alongside local establishments. "Shopping is not a problem here. Every store you want is at your fingertips," says Hoff. There's a Kroger, Walmart and ALDI for groceries, or residents can pick up produce from The Madison Farm, a 1-acre sustainable farm within the neighborhood. Five miles north, endless retail shopping can be found at the RiverGate Mall, which has about 80 shops and restaurants. Restaurants along Gallatin Pike include Hibachi's Buffet, serving all-you-can-eat Chinese and Mongolian food; Tacos y Mariscos Lindo Mexico, a Mexican restaurant adorned with colorful murals inside and out; and McGaugh's Donuts, a no-frills donut shop that also serves apple fritters and bear claws. Gallatin Pike's fast-food restaurants include McDonald's, Taco Bell and Bojangles. In Heron Walk, residents don't have to drive downtown for live music; Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge is a '70s-themed bar in the neighborhood complete with a jukebox, pool tables and live music throughout most nights of the week.

Pinky Ring Pizza offers unique pizza toppings in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Pinky Ring Pizza offers unique pizza toppings in the Heron Walk neighborhood.
Heron Walk residents can shop the local Kroger supermarket for everyday deals.
Heron Walk residents can shop the local Kroger supermarket for everyday deals.
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Crime

Heron Walk has a 5 out of 10 CAP Index crime score, which is slightly above the national average of 4.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Nashville International

23 min drive

Bus

Old Hickory Blvd Past Rio Vista Wb

Bus

Cheyenne Blvd & Canton Pass Nb

Bus

Neelys Bend Rd & Jasperson Dr Eb

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Cheyenne Blvd & Apache Ln

Bus

Neelys Bend Rd & Neelys Chase Dr Eb

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E Old Hickory Blvd & 4th Ave Eb

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Neelys Bend Rd & Forest Park Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Heron Walk US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$337,000
Median Single Family Price
$359,000
Median Townhouse Price
$65,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$140,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$150,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
154
Months of Supply
1.90
Median List Price
$359,999
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,541
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,430
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,589
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,108
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    261 Robinwood Ave, Madison, TN 37115

    $349,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,000 Sq Ft
    • 261 Robinwood Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to this beautifully maintained one-level, single-family home nestled on a desirable corner lot in the heart of Madison! Just minutes from local shopping, great restaurants, and the trendy Eastside Bowl, this home also offers an easy commute to downtown Nashville—ideal for both work and play. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors throughout, complemented by sleek tile in the kitchen and

    Michael Gallagher Crye-Leike, Realtors

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 4pm

    246 Emmitt Ave, Madison, TN 37115

    $405,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,520 Sq Ft
    • 246 Emmitt Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    Welcome to this beautifully renovated craftsman-style home in the heart of Madison! Thoughtfully updated while maintaining its original charm, this home includes hardwood floors, crown molding, and beautifully encased windows and doors, updated lighting and timeless design details. The spacious 2-car garage provides ample storage, and the large, fully fenced, level lot—just over a third of an

    Emily Koepplin Benchmark Realty, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
13,956
Median Age
38
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,335
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,316

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
80.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
14''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

12 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

21 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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