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Suburban streets surrounded by a 14,000-acre lake
Rolling hills reflect onto the water in Priest Lake Park, a neighborhood that feels like a “mini vacation” 15 miles outside Downtown Nashville, according to local Realtor Michael Dendy. Kids build sandcastles by the banks, and summer afternoons are marked by the smell of hot dogs on charcoal grills. Spanning over 14,000 acres and surrounded by miles of protected wildlife, Percy Priest Lake serves as the home base for Vanderbilt University’s Sailing Club, the Nashville Rowing Club and the Tennessee Boat Club. It’s also a popular destination for fishermen, who cast their lines for large and small-mouth bass. “You’ve got the water and beautiful mountains in the background. Who wouldn’t want to see that every day?” says Dendy, noting, “One thing to keep in mind is that the lake season is longer in Nashville because the weather holds out – it’s not going to be year-round as it would be in, say, California. But you’ll get more out of your time on the water here, being in the south.” Although Priest Lake Park is a solid half hour from Music City attractions (depending on traffic), staples like groceries and gas are less than 5 minutes away along Smith Springs Road. Ultimately – in the words of Dendy — “It’s really great if you’ve always wanted the lake lifestyle,” one where residents store fishing poles and kayaks in their sheds.
1970s-era subdivisions and single-family homes in the Colonial style
Although the banks of Percy Priest Lake have become a destination for seasonal campers and hikers from all over Tennessee, Priest Lake Park is a neighborhood occupied (almost entirely) by year-rounders — “It’s more local use,” says Autumn Faughn, a Real Estate Consultant at Compass and Nashvillian since 2011, and vacation rentals are few and far between. Here, 1970s-era Colonial-inspired townhouse units in communities like the Harbour Town Subdivision hover in the mid-$200,000s and sometimes reach close to $300,000. Single-family homes, a mix of split-levels, ranch-styles and Colonials with Greek-inspired columns, typically fall between $350,000 and $500,000. Most have attached garages, and streets here are quiet enough for peaceful bike rides. Although the hills can present a challenge to some pedallers.
Split level homes made with brick sit close to the street in the Priest Lake Park neighborhood.
Single story ranch homes exist in the Priest Lake Park.
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A shopping plaza off Old Smith Springs Road
Shopping and dining options within Priest Lake Park are mainly concentrated along Smith Springs Road, which eventually merges with Route 41. Betty Lou’s Lounge is a neighborhood institution, and menu items include jalapeno poppers, corn dogs and chicken wings. Walls are decorated with photographs of country stars, and there’s a regular schedule of billiard tournaments, karaoke nights and line dancing. Nearby, locals can pick up crab rangoon and chicken lo mein at China Springs and stop by Comptons Foodland for groceries. The Tanger Outlets, home to over 60 stores including Gap Factory, J.Crew Factory and Ralph Lauren, are about 15 minutes away via Anderson Road.
Betty Lou's Lounge is a staple sports bar in Priest Lake Park.
Compton's Foodland is the only full sized grocery store in the Priest Lake Park neighborhood.
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Swimming, lakeside picnics and horseback riding at Camp Widjiwagan
According to Dendy, “There are so many places to hike, plenty of boat and jet ski rentals, just a great opportunity to get out on the water.” At Anderson Road Day Use Beach, the sound of portable stereos and kids splashing in the sectioned-off swimming area fills most weekends. Dogs are welcome, and picnic shelters provide plenty of space for birthday parties and family reunions. There’s also the Anderson Road Fitness Trail, which extends a mile and a half near the lake’s rocky shores. And at Smith Springs Park find parking, a boat ramp for kayakers and space for fishing. YMCA Camp Widjiwagan is nearby, offering day and sleepaway options for youth aged five through 17. At the onsite equestrian center, kids can take private lessons and learn how to properly care for horses.
YMCA Camp Widjiwagan has an abundance of activities in Priest Lake Park neighborhood.
Smith Springs Recreation Area is the perfect spot to fish near Priest Lake Park.
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The Academies of Nashville at Antioch High
Students in Priest Lake Park start off public school at Smith Springs Elementary, which earned a C grade from the educational review site, Niche, before moving on to Apollo Middle, which received a C-minus. Final stop is the C-rated Antioch High School, which represents one of the 12 schools in the “Academies of Nashville” system. After freshman year, students can explore career pathways in automotive technology, digital art, social services and more. Antioch High prides itself on diversity, and students here speak a combined 41 languages.
Antioch High School enrolls around 1,800 students every year in Nashville.
Smith Springs Elementary School has around 663 students being enrolled every year in Nashville.
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Classes at Smith Spring’s Community Center and a nearby water park
At Smith Spring’s Community Center, enroll in dance workshops or parenting classes, shoot hoops on the court or do laps in the swimming pool. Daily fees for adults are $3 — for kids, it’s $1.50. The facility also hosts after-school programs and events like Easter Egg Hunts and chili cook-offs. Faughn also recommends checking at Nashville Shores, a water park off Bell Road. “There’s a ton of restaurants over there that support that too,” she says, highlighting Shipwreck Cove, which is popular with boaters. City attractions like the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame are both under 15 miles — about 30 minutes — away.
Smith Spring Community Center was designed by local architecture firm Hastings Architecture.
Smith Springs Community Center Playground is the only park in the Priest Lake Park area.
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Interstate access and the Nashville International Airport
According to Faughn, “You’ll find that you can head one direction to get to [Interstate] 24 and the other to get to 40,” and highway access makes commuting between this lakeside neighborhood and Downtown Nashville relatively easy. Along the way is Nashville International Airport, and it’s not uncommon to see white trails from jet engines overhead. Hundreds of flights take off daily, with some flying direct across the Atlantic to London. Access medical care at TriStar Southern Hills, about 10 miles away along Smith Springs Road or head to larger facilities near Vanderbilt University.
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Parks in this Area
Anderson Road Public Use Area
Cook Public Use Area
Hamilton Creek Mountain Bike Trails
Hamilton Creek Marina
Boating
Lake
Smith Springs Recreation Area
Una Recreation Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Skateboard
Smith Springs Community Center
Hurricane Creek Recreation Area
Transit
Airport
Nashville International
12 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Priest Lake Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Priest Lake Park, Nashville sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Priest Lake Park, Nashville over the last 12 months is $300,449, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Don’t miss your chance to own this well-maintained townhome featuring a spacious backyard with a privacy fence, artificial turf, and direct access to a greenway. The renovated, finished basement adds valuable living space, and the back deck offers peaceful views of the surrounding woods—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideally located just 12 miles from downtown Nashville and 6 miles from
Renovated 5 BDR's home with Two Primary Bedrooms, One upstairs with Suite Bath, The other is Downstairs with Remodeled Bath with New Stand shower with Ceramic Tile, The Kitchen has Quartz countertop, new Kitchen Cabinets &New stainless steel Appliances, The entire house has New LVP floor, Fresh Paint, New Electric Wires, Roof is one year Old, Don't Miss to see New Windows for the entire house
Four side brick ranch close to Priest Lake. Entry way opens to separate living room and separate dining room (both with dental crown moldings). Spacious den with gas fireplace and paneling. Eat-in kitchen with pantry. Primary bedroom has 2 closets and half bath. Lovely level lot with fenced in backyard. Screened in gazebo, covered and uncovered deck (Trek) great for hosting outdoor events.
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Rare opportunity for a move-in ready 2BR/2BA townhome in Heritage Village. Quiet street * Wonderful Rear Screened Porch * Freshly Painted * Fireplace with Gas Logs * Newer Stove * Newer Flooring * Newer HVAC * Large Kitchen * Dining Area * Living Area Open to Rear Porch * Laundry Closet * 2 Parking Spaces * AT&T U-verse * Storage Closet on Porch * No Pets
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,203
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,056
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,890
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.3%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% 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
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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