A West Nashville gem, The Nations is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Nashville. Many new residents choose this neighborhood because it offers easy access to McCabe Golf Course and Sylvan Park.

The Nations is a very fast-growing area and has become one of the hottest neighborhoods in the city. It's filled with energy and perfect for those looking for an affordable, newer spot to call home.

Once you pass the historic "The Nations" sign, you'll get to enjoy everything this neighborhood has to offer.

Real Estate in The Nations

Years ago, The Nations was an overlooked area developers didn't really bother with. That has all changed as the area has been catching more and more attention since about 2013. The housing market has grown significantly with many new homes for sale throughout the neighborhood.

While The Nations is an older neighborhood and known as Historic West Town, it's home to many newer homes. Several new home projects have taken over the neighborhood including:


  • Kenrow Corner

  • Trinity Oaks Cottages

  • West Mill Townhomes


In addition, the neighborhood is home to the West Town Lofts and The Flats at Silo Bend.

Many new homes are for sale here and many more are under construction. It's common to find skinny, vertical homes throughout The Nations neighborhood. Some larger, more traditional homes are also found throughout the area with a mixture of older homes, as well.

Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife

The Nations has become one of the hottest neighborhoods in Nashville because of the shopping, dining, and nightlife. You'll find several of the very best restaurants, bars, and shops on or near 51st Avenue. Nations Bar and Grill, House: A Social Eatery and the Frothy Monkey are all found within this area. In addition, The Mill Boutique offers a great choice for shopping on 51st Avenue.

You'll also find the Fat Bottom Brewery here soon, as it's relocating from East Nashville. In addition, the Speakeasy Spirits Distillery is moving to a new location on 44th Avenue in The Nations.

Other great shopping, dining and nightlife options in The Nations include:

With so many great restaurants, shopping options, and bars, it's no wonder The Nations is such a hot neighborhood in Nashville.

Living in The Nations

With so much to do all throughout the neighborhood, it shouldn't be surprising that The Nations has taken off in recent years. Plenty of new home options have sprouted up with several more coming very soon. It may have all started with The Stone Fox before it became House: A Social Eatery, but the many other restaurants and businesses opening up in The Nations have driven the growth.

Living in The Nations offers great access to some of the newest, hippest and best of Nashville. It's a bit more affordable than some of the other neighborhoods and offers several newer housing options mixed with the old. If you're looking for one of the hottest places to call home in Nashville, make sure you check out The Nations.

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