Donelson

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Home Prices

$250K – $1.2M+

Median sold ~$420K · Townhomes from low $200Ks · Brick ranches $325K–$550K · Larger custom homes $600K–$1.2M+

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Lifestyle

Established + Up-and-Coming

Classic suburban bones, a growing food and brewery scene, greenway access, and a neighborhood identity that's been here long before the "Hip Donelson" label caught on

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Commute & Access

10–15 min to downtown

5–8 min to BNA · Direct I-40 access · Music City Star commuter train stop in the neighborhood · Briley Pkwy access

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Who Lives Here

Long-Timers & First-Time Buyers

Median age 43 · Working families, longtime Nashvillians, first-time buyers, commuters, and airport-adjacent professionals

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Morning

Nectar Urban Cantina or TennFold

Nectar is the breakfast taco spot — fresh, locally sourced, relaxed. The kind of place regulars claim before the rest of Nashville catches on. TennFold is the brewery that's become Donelson's new anchor: craft beer, a patio, rotating food trucks, and the kind of energy that tells you a neighborhood is having a real moment.

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Morning Activity

Stones River Greenway

The greenway runs along the river and connects Donelson to the broader trail network. Flat, paved, good for bikes and dogs. Not a destination trail — a neighborhood trail. The kind you use on a Tuesday. That's the point.

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Lunch

Homegrown Taproom or Edley's

Homegrown is known for one thing above everything: the PB&J with bacon. Don't question it. Edley's Bar-B-Que is the Nashville BBQ institution with a Lebanon Pike location — whole-hog, proper sides, and a line at lunch because people know.

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Afternoon

Opry Mills or Two Rivers Park

Opry Mills is a few minutes north — one of Tennessee's largest outlet malls. Nike, Coach, Bass Pro, an IMAX. Two Rivers Park is the other option: walking trails, disc golf, a dog park, and a view of the Cumberland. Depends on what kind of afternoon you're having.

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Dinner

Party Fowl or Phat Bites

Party Fowl is Nashville hot chicken done right — not a novelty, the real thing. Phat Bites is the creative sandwich spot that got a Guy Fieri stamp of approval and has been doing its thing in Donelson ever since.

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Evening

Grand Ole Opry or McNamara's

The Grand Ole Opry is 10 minutes away. Genuine Nashville history — the real thing, not a tourist approximation. McNamara's Irish Pub has live music and a neighborhood-bar feel that hasn't been manufactured. Both a short drive from anywhere in Donelson.

📍 Bluefields  ·  $350K – $700K+

Best For: Historic character, established streets, Stephanie's home neighborhood

One of Donelson's original neighborhoods, developed post-WWII with 1950s brick ranch architecture that's been actively renovated. This is where Stephanie grew up and where we recently renovated our own home — so we know this pocket better than any other. Tree-lined streets, original character, larger lots than the price point would suggest. Bluefields is why buyers who care about neighborhood bones are paying attention to Donelson.

📍 Maplecrest  ·  $300K – $550K

Best For: Families, quiet tree-lined streets, easy Lebanon Pike access

Family-friendly streets, solid mid-century housing stock, and the kind of neighborhood where people wave from their driveways. Similar character to Bluefields at a slightly lower price point. Less turnover — which is a good sign in a neighborhood.

📍 Hickory Bend  ·  $275K – $480K

Best For: Affordability, greenway access, first-time buyers

Sits closer to the Stones River Greenway and Two Rivers Park. More varied housing stock — original mid-century, some 1980s and 90s builds, some newer infill. The most accessible price tier in Donelson proper. Good for first-time buyers who want the ZIP code and airport access without maxing their budget.

📍 Cumberland Townhomes / New Infill  ·  $250K – $450K

Best For: First-time buyers, lock-and-leave, frequent travelers

Donelson has seen meaningful townhome and condo development over the last several years, concentrated near Lebanon Pike and along the Cumberland. Low-maintenance, good access, competitive pricing. Worth comparing directly to older single-family options if outdoor space isn't a priority.

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Median Sold Price

~35 Days

Avg. Days on Market

56.9%

Owner-Occupancy Rate

170

Active Listings (Mar '26)

Under $350K — Entry. Townhomes, condos, smaller ranches. Strong first-time buyer demand. This tier moves fast.

$350K–$550K — Core. Updated and original mid-century brick ranches, smaller new builds. Most active tier. Properly priced homes closing in 30–35 days.

$550K–$900K — Renovated / Larger. Substantially renovated originals, larger lots, newer custom builds. More deliberate buyers, more negotiating room.

$900K–$1.2M+ — Top Tier. Custom builds, premium lots, significant renovations. Smaller buyer pool; patient market.

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This Is Personal For Us

Stephanie grew up in Donelson. We renovated our home in Bluefields. We know these streets — which blocks have been quietly improving for years, which pockets to target, and which to skip. When we work with buyers in 37214, we're not reading from a comp sheet. We're telling you what we know from living here.

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BNA Is an Advantage — With a Trade-Off

Nashville International Airport is 5–8 minutes from most Donelson addresses. For frequent travelers, that's genuinely valuable. It's also why some streets are louder than others — flight path matters significantly in 37214. We know which blocks this affects and which don't notice it at all. Ask us before you make an offer.

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The "Hip Donelson" Moment Is Real

TennFold, Nectar, the greenway investment, the Bluefields renovations — this isn't manufactured momentum. The neighborhood's character has been building for decades. What's new is that people from other parts of Nashville are finally discovering it. That pattern — discovery following years of organic development — tends to be more durable than neighborhoods built around a single anchor.

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The Music City Star Is Underrated

Donelson has a commuter rail stop on the Music City Star, which runs into downtown Nashville. Not many Nashville neighborhoods have that. For buyers who'd rather not drive every day, it changes the calculus.

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One of the Last Affordable Davidson County Options

Most of Nashville's in-town affordability has evaporated. Donelson is one of the few places you can still buy a real house — brick, yard, established neighborhood — inside Davidson County under $450K. That window exists right now. It's not guaranteed to stay open.

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If 37214 Is Out of Budget

Hermitage / 37076 directly east offers similar price ranges with more suburban scale. Madison to the north has overlapping pricing with different character. Both worth comparing before you rule Donelson out.

What is the median home price in Donelson Nashville?

As of early 2026, the median sold price in Donelson is approximately $420K — one of the more accessible price points inside Davidson County. Most homes sell between the upper $200Ks and upper $500Ks. Larger renovated homes and newer custom builds reach $600K–$1.2M+. Townhomes and condos start in the low $200Ks.

What ZIP code is Donelson Nashville?

Donelson is primarily in the 37214 ZIP code. Some addresses on the edges touch 37210 and 37076. For school zoning and property tax purposes, always verify by specific address.

What schools serve Donelson Nashville?

Public schools: Pennington Elementary, Two Rivers Middle School, and McGavock High School (career academies, AP courses). Private options include Donelson Christian Academy, Episcopal School of Nashville, and Holy Rosary Academy. Always verify zoning by specific address with Metro Nashville Public Schools before any purchase decision.

Is Donelson a good place to live in Nashville?

Yes — particularly for buyers who value affordability, location, and neighborhood character. Donelson is 10–15 minutes from downtown, 5–8 minutes from BNA, has a commuter train stop, two parks, a growing food and brewery scene, and one of the best supplies of mid-century brick ranch homes in Davidson County. It's been a good place to live for decades. The rest of Nashville is just catching up.

Is Donelson Nashville safe?

Donelson is a mixed picture — as most of Nashville is. Core residential neighborhoods like Bluefields and Maplecrest are established, owner-occupied, and quiet. Lebanon Pike and its adjacent commercial corridors have more variance. We'd recommend a conversation with us about specific blocks rather than relying on aggregate crime data, which doesn't tell the block-level story.

How far is Donelson from downtown Nashville?

Most Donelson addresses are 10–15 minutes from downtown via I-40 or Lebanon Pike. The Music City Star commuter train also connects Donelson to downtown directly.

Is Donelson Nashville up and coming?

Carefully, yes. The "Hip Donelson" label reflects real change — new restaurants, brewery investment, greenway improvements, and a wave of buyers renovating older homes. The change is grounded in the neighborhood's actual bones. The honest caveat: "up and coming" is always further from "arrived" than the marketing suggests. Donelson is on a real trajectory. How long it takes to fully play out is genuinely unknown.

Nesting Realty

James & Stephanie Crawford

Nashville natives with 22+ years and 500+ transactions across Middle Tennessee. Stephanie grew up in Donelson — we literally renovated a home in Bluefields. We don't hand clients off to assistants. When you work with us, you work with us.

📍 Nesting Realty  ·  Nashville TN   📞 (615) 751-8913