Welcome to The Nations
A hip, walkable community with numerous upscale restaurants and shops
The Nations is a walkable, up-and-coming neighborhood in Nashville, located in Southeast Davidson County, with Old Hickory Boulevard to the north, Briley Parkway to the east, I-24 to the south, and Nolensville Pike to the west. It boasts beautiful and newly developed homes, fine dining and shopping destinations, unique entertainment areas, and a central location just moments from downtown. Musicians, professionals, artists, families, and empty nesters all call The Nations their home and enjoy the community’s unique vibe. As one of Nashville’s hottest and oldest neighborhoods, The Nations provides a one-of-a-kind blend of historic charm and modernization. Living in this bustling Nashville enclave means you’ll enjoy a high quality of life and a front-row seat to everything the city offers.
What to Love
- Innovative chef-driven restaurants
- Unique art galleries
- Revitalized areas and new constructions
- Proximity to Downtown Nashville
- Spectacular real estate
Local Lifestyle
The Nations offers residents a perfect mix of suburban and urban living, with an influx of active young professionals transforming the neighborhood into a bustling, pedestrian-friendly hotspot. The neighborhood is a highly desirable community for young families and retirees who desire a sought-after locale with access to parks and peaceful public spaces. The Nations’ proximity to downtown Nashville means a short commute to incredible fine-dining restaurants, upscale boutiques, world-class live music performances, and an unforgettable nightlife scene.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
From flavorful Italian cuisine to mouthwatering coffee combinations and perfectly-grilled burgers, there’s something for everyone in The Nations’ buzzing culinary scene. A trip to Centennial Boulevard will take hungry patrons to Nicky's Coal Fired, an industrial-chic Italian eatery known for its creative pizzas, housemade pasta, and tasty handcrafted cocktails served in a casual, counter-service setting. Coffee fanatics love and appreciate Frothy Monkey, a hip, local coffeehouse serving mouthwatering breakfast and dinner alongside delicious drinks. Along 44th Avenue is Fat Bottom Brewing Co., whose locale is well-liked for its specialty ales and seasonal burgers. This industrial-style taproom is a great place to spend quality time with friends and family.
Satisfy your shopping needs at L&L Market, a vintage retail space dripping with class, elegance, and character. Shoppers can find a spacious mall with numerous shops, wellness establishments, and dining spots inside its brick walls. When shopping for quality women's clothing, head to ABLE, an upscale boutique specializing in handmade leather bags, clothing, jewelry, and footwear.
Things to Do
Despite being a small residential community, The Nations’ residents have numerous things to explore and experience. England Park, for example, is one of the best places to partake in outdoor adventures, whether walking along its paved loop trail, enjoying a picnic lunch, or reading a book under its large shade trees. Families flock to West Park, a 25.6-acre community space offering walking trails, playgrounds, softball fields, a large pool, basketball courts, and a community center.
The community unites at the Richland Park Farmers' Market on Charlotte Avenue every Saturday. This market space features over 70 local farm and food businesses on a stunning grassy knoll. Rub elbows with your neighbors as you wind through vendor booths, purchasing fresh produce, artisan crafts, baked goods, and more.
Any one of The Nations’ breweries offers a fun and exciting time. Take yourself and your friends on a self-guided tour and visit each brewery, tasting beer samples as you go, or find a favorite spot and settle down for a round of drinks and great company.
