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Donelson

Donelson

$416,086 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
87 Homes For Sale

Suburban living in Donelson

Less than 10 miles from the music-filled streets of downtown Nashville, Donelson is different from what one would expect on the outskirts of an urban city. “The neighborhood doesn’t feel like you are on the outskirts of a major city. It feels like a suburban enclave where you can walk your dog while the kiddos ride their bikes on the street,” says Mike Gallagher, Realtor with Crye-Leike Real Estate Services, who has 17 years of experience in the industry. The neighborhood is dotted with single-family homes, winding hiking trails with river access and an ever-growing restaurant and retail scene.

Ranch-style homes and Cape Cods

Strolling through the streets, often canopied with mature trees, the landscape comprises ranch-style homes, the occasional Cape Cod and a few townhouse communities. “Donelson tends to attract a lot of young families who are moving into recently renovated brick ramblers, although I’m sure there are quite a few retirees as well. Most houses were built in the 1950s and 1960s, boasting larger lots than downtown,” Gallagher says. The median home price for a single-family home hovers just under $400,000, with an average lot size around 16,117 square feet. Prospective homebuyers can score a townhouse starting in the mid $200,000s to the mid $400,000s for a modern new build. Single-family homes range from a small rambler in the lower-to-mid $300,000s to the $700,000s, boasting an in-ground pool on almost a full acre.
Homes in Donelson have large well manicure lawns.
Homes in Donelson have large well manicure lawns.
Split level Cape Cod style homes are also an option in Donelson.
Split level Cape Cod style homes are also an option in Donelson.
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Academy programs at McGavock

The Metro Nashville Public School District serves the neighborhood, receiving average ratings on Niche. Students attend Pennington Elementary School, scoring a C, and Two Rivers Middle School, achieving a C-minus. Also scoring a C rating, McGavock High School offers Advanced Placement courses and four career academies. These programs provide opportunities for students to jump-start their careers, such as the Gaylord Opryland Academy of Hospitality and the CMT Digital Design and Communications Academy.
The Two Rivers Middle School serves students in grades 5th-8th.
The Two Rivers Middle School serves students in grades 5th-8th.
McGavock High School is ranked No. 244 in Tennessee high schools.
McGavock High School is ranked No. 244 in Tennessee high schools.
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Afternoon jogs on the greenway

The Cumberland River winds around the edge of the community, offering a tranquil escape from everyday life. Along the river’s banks, Two Rivers Park is full of outdoor enthusiasts exploring the paths along the Shelby Bottoms Greenway, friends striking up a game of disc golf while barks from the dog park echo through the air. The park is also home to a skatepark, where teenagers can perfect their kickflip on a sunny day, a playground, a golf course and the Wave Country swimming pool. Across the street, Heartland Park is home to soccer fields where the Nashville Youth Soccer Association plays. It’s also where morning joggers find solace amongst the winding trails on Stones River greenway while kayakers and fishers dot the evening landscape.
Stewarts Ferry Running Trail is part of the Stones River Greenway in Donelson.
Stewarts Ferry Running Trail is part of the Stones River Greenway in Donelson.
Long Hunter State Park has a large lake to fish but not swim near Donelson.
Long Hunter State Park has a large lake to fish but not swim near Donelson.
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Endless amenities within minutes

Despite its quiet suburban streets, locals don’t have to travel far for a good meal. Nectar Urban Cantina is a popular spot for tacos and a margarita, while McNamara’s Irish Pub & Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere for an after-work beer with friends. Residents can fuel up for the day at Caliber Coffee Co. before heading out to Publix Super Market at The Crossings Shopping Center to knock off that to-do list. “Donelson is close to downtown, has a Publix and a great retail corridor,” Gallagher says. The shopping center is also home to Harbor Freight Tools for home projects and Anytime Fitness. Just outside the neighborhood, Opry Mills mall is the one-stop-shop for all retail needs.
Nectar Urban Cantina is a great place for breakfast tacos in Donelson.
Nectar Urban Cantina is a great place for breakfast tacos in Donelson.
Opry Mills Mall is an outlet mall close to Donelson.
Opry Mills Mall is an outlet mall close to Donelson.
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Quick commutes to downtown Nashville

Interstate 40 borders the community, providing residences a straight shot into the heart of downtown, while US Route 70 also feeds into Nashville or the surrounding towns. Locals can hop on the WeGo Star, a commuter train that runs from downtown Nashville to Lebanon, with a stop at the Donelson Station. Commuters can also catch one of the buses along Lebanon Pike for a quick ride.

Events at the Grand Ole Opry

Just 8 miles from the heart of downtown Nashville and 4 miles from the Grand Ole Opry, residents are spoiled with a long list of annual events, festivals and concerts throughout the year. In the winter, The Gaylord Opryland’s A Country Christmas features an ice-skating rink, hand-carved ice sculptures and activities for the whole family. Other major festivals include Nashville’s Oktoberfest, where 10 blocks of Historic Germantown is filled with crowds, music and endless beer, and the CMA Fest, the longest running country music festival in the world that lasts for four days.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Nashville International

12 min drive

Train

Donelson

Bus

Royal Pkwy & Donelson Pike Eb

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Hermitage Ave & Cauley Ave Eb

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Lebanon Pike & Old Lebanon Rd Wb

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Elm Hill Pk & Airways Cr Eb

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Lebanon Pike & Donelson Pike Eb

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Massman Dr & Elm Hill Pike Nb

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Elm Hill Pike & Twin Elms Ct Eb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Donelson US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Donelson Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$419,943
Median Sale Price
$417,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$423,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$390,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$314,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
261
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,107
Number of Homes for Sale
87
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,583
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,872
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,233
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
679
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,117

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jul 12
    12 - 2pm

    318 Emery Dr Unit A, Nashville, TN 37214

    $597,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,751 Sq Ft
    • 318 Emery Dr
    • Unit A
    • New 1 day ago

    ! Seller offers up to 1 year Lease to own agreement ! This modern elegance, fully renovated ranch-style home, offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 luxurious full bathrooms. Designed for both comfort and style, the open-concept living area and kitchen boast soaring raised ceilings, enhancing the airy and inviting atmosphere. High-end finishes and sleek contemporary touches create a space that is both

    MIKAELA PETOLLARI eXp Realty

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  • Sunday, Jul 13
    2 - 4pm

    3003 Whitland Crossing Dr, Nashville, TN 37214

    $390,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,733 Sq Ft
    • 3003 Whitland Crossing Dr
    • New 3 days ago

    Location, location, location! All brick townhome nestled in a small, quiet cul-de-sac community in the heart of Donelson. Welcome in to this airy, inviting floor plan with high, vaulted ceilings in the living space. Enjoy the main level primary suite with an updated walk in shower, double vanities and walk in closet. The upstairs bedroom has endless possibilities as an office, game room, home

    Phillip Koontz Jason Mitchell Real Estate Tennessee LLC

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  • Saturday, Jul 12
    12 - 3pm

    2521 Meadowood Dr, Nashville, TN 37214

    $470,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,812 Sq Ft
    • 2521 Meadowood Dr
    • New 7 days ago

    *Open House Saturday, February 12 @ noon - 3 pm* Home selling as is to settle estate. Inspections welcomed. Recent updates 2025: new 40 circuit electrical panel with breakers, one hardwired smoke detector in laundry room, one hardwired outlet beside the new breaker panel. permit on file with Davidson County. / Interior walls painted SW Alabaster; 2024: new foundation vents, sealed off A/C,

    Pam Salas Benchmark Realty, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
15,776
Median Age
41
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$60,849
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,510

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
39.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

12 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 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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