Clarksville

Located at the intersection of State Route 76 and Interstate 24 is the community of Apple Hollow. “It’s on the south side of Clarksville, so it’s ok for commutes to Nashville, but it’s also relatively close to the Kentucky state line. So folks who work at Fort Campbell, they can access that area easily too” says Sydney Hedrick, a broker with Byers & Harvey Inc. who’s made a few sales within the community. Formerly known as a rural area complete with large swathes of farmland, today this section of Clarksville is experiencing rapid development. Here, razed lots are quickly replaced by new subdivisions and apartment complexes, and housing options primarily consist of single-family homes in Traditional styles. Plotted at neatly spaced intervals, some streets end in cul-de-sacs, providing an added sense of community. In addition, Apple Hollow's proximity to Route 76 keeps residents connected. Providing direct access to several healthcare facilities, and recreational and commercial amenities, residents are about 5-miles or a 15 minutes' drive from all the daily essentials. During the fall, residents can head just across Route 76 to the Boyd Pumpkin patch for some autumn festivities, like picking their very own pumpkins or exploring the corn maze, backdropped by a field of sunflowers. Apple Hollow provides an affordable cost of living with proximity to several major employers like, Fort Campbell. Tennessee State Route 76 quickly connects the neighborhood to several healthcare practices and both recreational and chain establishments which opened in recent years. During the fall, parents and children head to the other side of Route 76 to pick pumpkins and adventure through a corn maze, backdropped b a field of sunflowers. Apple Hollow’s streets wind through a hilly neighborhood with many Traditional style houses from the 1990s and early 2000s. More Traditionals and Craftsman cottages have also been added in recent years. Brick and vinyl exteriors are common, while some of the houses show off creative touches like saltbox style roofs and farmhouse porches. Fences afford some residents backyard privacy, while elevated rear porches give others overlooking views of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning coffees or work their grills on sunny weekends. Sale price points can go from about $260,000 for an 1,100-square-foot house to about $730,000 for a more than 4,000-square-foot house. Several of the new and smaller Craftsmen run between $300,000 and $350,000. State Route 76 connects the Apple Hollow area to shopping centers with several chains. Sango Square to the west is home to a Publix and Whataburger, the latter of which remains a new brand in Tennessee. The first Whataburger in the state opened in 2022 in one of Nashville’s suburbs. A few Mexican restaurants exist along this part of State Route 76, including El Rancho Grande. A group of skeleton figures — with three dressed as mariachi players — greet guests before they enter the restaurant. Sadie’s Country Store, which opens a few times a week, is a short distance north of Apple Hollow. Running out of a small and wooden farm building in the middle of a gravel lot, Sadie’s offers a variety of farm fresh produce, eggs, baked goods and jarred honey and fruits. Located just north of the neighborhood, We Rock the Spectrum - Clarksville provides an indoor recreational space for children with special needs. The venue offers a variety of fixtures aimed at aiding both physical and psychological development. Children can climb on suspended equipment, jump on a trampoline or visit the calming room. Nearby I-24 provides a direct path south to the Eastland Green Golf Course and Weakley Park. Many players in the Sango area frequent the 18-hole course, which also includes a driving range for those looking to work on their swings. Weakley Park provides a relaxing space with a path that winds through an open field peppered with shrubs and pines. Located off State Route 76, the City Forum entertainment complex has been a local destination since it opened in 2018. Its visitors can try anything from rounds of putt-putt golf and arcade games to bowling and go-kart racing. Several strongly rated schools serve the Apple Hollow area. Younger students start at Carmel Elementary School, which receives an A-minus from ratings site Niche. They then attend Rossview Middle School and Rossview High School, which both receive B-plus grades from Niche. Rossview High boasts a strong athletic program, particularly with their basketball, soccer and cross country teams. Both the girls’ basketball and soccer teams made recent regional championship appearances, with the latter winning its title game in the fall of 2023. Since 1984 during Halloween season, the nearby Boyd’s Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze has opened its grounds to those looking to carve spooky seasonal decorations. Parents and children can also try out the 6.5-acre corn maze, which is not considered easy and has at times taken over an hour to complete. Apple Hollow lies about 10 miles east of downtown Clarksville, which is home to major venues like the F&M Bank Arena. The stadium hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including rodeos and concerts that have featured big name acts like Breaking Benjamin. Clarksville sports fans are also in luck as the venue hosts events like charity intrasquad games between Nashville Predators players and games of Arena Football League’s Nashville Kats. I-24 provides a commuter route to two important destinations for Clarksville residents: Fort Campbell and Nashville to the south. Those two places lie about 24 miles and 41 miles, respectively, from Clarksville. For flights, many go to the Nashville International Airport, which is about 46 miles from Apple Hollow. Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville addresses medical needs. The hospital just off I-24 sits about 8 miles north of Apple Hollow. The Tennova system also runs a freestanding emergency department facility less than 2 miles from the neighborhood.

Aspen Grove draws service members searching for peaceful surroundings. An aesthetic tree line encircles the neighborhood, while Spring Creek flows to the north. “It’s just a little less chaotic if you’re wanting an existing home,” says Marcia Campbell, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker, who’s made several sales in Aspen Grove. “For soldiers who have been in combat training, it’s good to be able to come home to an area where there’s peace and nature. It’s essential for them to have some down time.” The neighborhood sits right off Trenton Road, a major thoroughfare that connects to Tiny Town Road to the north and 101st Airborne Division Parkway to the south. Many take either Tiny Town and 101st to reach Fort Campbell. “People really like to be in between Tiny Town and 101st for the location and ease of getting there,” Campbell says. With a dining and shopping corridor located just to the east, Aspen Grove residents don’t need to travel far for their needs. This area is also poised for expansion with the upcoming addition of a mixed-use project that will include upscale multi-family residences and high-end fitness studios. “It’s a nice family friendly, well-kept neighborhood that has beautiful single-family homes,” says Ciera Netherton, a Realtor with Legion Realty, who’s made a few sales in Aspen Grove. Modern Traditional style houses with brick and vinyl exteriors populate much of Aspen Grove. These 1990s and 2000s homes back into dense groups of mature trees and line roads that wind through a hilly neighborhood. A few expansive green spaces separate certain houses, while wooden backyard fences afford many homeowners privacy. The hills also provide overlooking views of other houses in the distance. Unlike several other Clarksville neighborhoods, Aspen Groves residents don’t pay homeowners association fees. “Most people like that it does not have an HOA,” Campbell says. “There are some great things about HOAs; they can keep the streets a bit cleaner. But there are some people who just don’t want to have to deal with HOAs, and rates can go up at any time.” Sale prices for houses here can go from $302,000 for a 2,200-square-foot Traditional to $475,000 for one exceeding 3,000 square feet. Aspen Grove sits a short distance west of Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, which is lined by a dense row of chain establishments. The Governor’s Square Mall is located off the major roadway and tenants like an AMC Classic movie theater for those looking to catch the latest blockbuster films. Walmart and Target are two of the major chains in the area. Those looking for natural produce can stop by the Fresh & Fresh Market. This area also has a few Asian cuisine restaurants, including the PHO KING Japanese & Vietnamese Restaurant. Another movie theater — the Regal Clarksville — exists north of Aspen Grove. The theater neighbors Smokin Chikin, a Clarksville institution for gourmet rotisserie chicken. Signature choices here include the Caribbean BBQ and Jamaican Jerk chickens. Billy Dunlop Park west of Aspen Grove is a popular outdoor spot for many in the area. Children enjoy burning off energy on the playground and swing set, while teens during the summer can be seen swinging off a rope and diving into the Red River. The river bends around the park, and strollers can cross a tall pedestrian bridge to get scenic overlooking views of the water and surrounding woodland. The Sky Zone Trampoline Park to the south offers another destination for area youth, while the nearby Civitan Park provides more playground fixtures and space for baseball games. Younger students here can attend Glenellen Elementary School, which receives a B grade from ratings site Niche. They can then attend nearby Northeast Middle School and Northeast High School, which receive B-minus and C-plus grades respectively from Niche. Northeast High students can apply to the school’s special Computer Information Technology Academy, which aims to prepare its participants for later studies and careers in engineering and computer programming. Academy students apply their learned skills for activities like building robots, and the program involves partnerships with local universities. Aspen Grove is about 4 miles east of the Clarksville Speedway & Fairgrounds. Between late November and December, the speedway hosts the daily Drive Thru Christmas Lights. From the comfort of their own cars, visitors go on a more than 1 mile tour of the speedway, which brightens up with a display of over one million lights. Aspen Grove lies right along Trenton Road, which connects to Interstate 24 a few miles north. I-24 provides a commuter route to major destinations like Nashville and Fort Campbell. The neighborhood is about 50 miles and 55 miles respectively from downtown Nashville and the Nashville International Airport. About 5 miles east of Aspen Grove, Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville provides a major medical facility.

When some Avalon homeowners look out from their backyards, they don’t just see rolling pastures with patches of trees and grazing cattle. They see Kentucky. Avalon is tucked in a far northern pocket of Clarksville that sits on the edge of the Tennessee and Kentucky line. “It’s a little more hidden back and super quiet,” says Marcia Campbell, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker, who sold a few homes in Avalon in 2023. “It’s quiet because it’s off the main thoroughfares of 101st and Tiny Town.” The houses here are typically smaller than the ones found in other subdivisions across Clarksville. “If you’re young, unmarried or just married, it’s kind of a starter home community,” Campbell says. Being on the state line makes it one of the city neighborhoods closest to Fort Campbell, which provides Clarksville with many of its residents. Avalon also lies north of several dining and entertainment spots. “I love it. Movie theater, grocery store, everything is right there. It’s a very convenient location,” says Steve Nash, a broker with Keller Williams Realty, who’s made just under 10 sales in Avalon. “You want music lessons, you want to get an IV, you want fast food, Mexican restaurants or the Hibachi stuff, everything is right there.” Houses with ranch-style and Traditional features line the streets of Avalon. Sycamores and maples overlook many houses and shade neatly-trimmed front yards. Small groups of children and teens often hangout on the narrow and winding walking paths alongside the neighborhood’s roads. Many houses here date back to the 1990s and early 2000s and measure under 2,000 square feet, factors that make this neighborhood more affordable than several others across the city. “In affordability, that area of town is going to be slightly better priced than exit 11 or Sango,” Nash says in reference to the fast-growing and more upscale neighborhoods on the southern end of Clarksville. Houses here can go from just under $200,000 to $315,000. The most recent average sale price in Avalon is $273,050, which is less than the citywide $333,215. Avalon sits right off Trenton Road, which goes directly toward a shopping center a short distance south of Avalon. Several restaurants serving diverse cuisine exist here. They include Kisoro Sushi & Steak and neighbor Sam’s Greek Cafe. In addition to its sushi and sashimi rolls, udon Kisoro is popular for its udon bowls. Sam’s offers a variety of Mediterranean options, including gyros and plates of dolma wraps. El Bracero, a small chain with most of its locations in Kentucky, serves fare ranging from authentic soft-shell tacos to a burger with pineapples as one of the toppings. The nearby Smokin Chikin is a Clarksville institution known for its gourmet rotisserie chicken, while O’Connor’s Pub provides a night time hangout. The Regal Clarksville provides another nearby place for those looking to catch the latest blockbuster movies, while grocery shopping can be done at Sam’s Club a few miles south of Avalon. Located a few miles west of the neighborhood, Billy Dunlop Park is a popular recreational spot for many on this side of Nashville. The park’s playground and swing set offers a fun place for children. The Red River bends around the park, and its banks buzz with excitement during the summers as teens use a rope to swing and jump into the water. Visitors can also go on strolls through the park and use a tall pedestrian bridge to cross the Red River and enjoy overlooking views of the surrounding woodland. Trenton Road also goes directly to the Sky Zone Trampoline Park about 4 miles south of Avalon. Children in Avalon attend Northeast Elementary School, which receives a B grade from ratings site Niche. Northeast Elementary was recently awarded the Tennessee Purple Star School Award. The honor recognizes schools that have made exceptional efforts to serve military families. More than a quarter of the student body in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School system have ties to the military. Students in Avalon can then attend Northeast Middle School and Northeast High School, which receive B-minus and C-plus grades respectively from Niche. Northeast High offers a specialized Computer Information Technology Academy, which aims to prepare its enrollees for careers in careers like engineering and programming. Due to its location right along the state line, Avalon is as close to institutions in Kentucky as it is to downtown Clarksville. The neighborhood sits 11 miles east of the Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove. Between the spring and summer, patrons can watch and bet on horse racing. The venue’s Moonshine Amphitheater also hosts live music throughout the year, with performers including country and R&B artists. Avalon also sits about 5 miles north of the Clarksville Speedway & Fairgrounds. The venue hosts the annual Montgomery County Fair in late July and early August, which features carnival rides and racing events. Avalon sits just north of Interstate 24, which connects Clarksville to Nashville. The interstate also provides one of the ways to reach Fort Campbell, which is about 14 miles from Avalon. Many also travel on Tiny Town Road south of the I-24 to reach the military base. For flights out of the state, residents go to the Nashville International Airport about 56 miles south of the neighborhood. Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville, about 6 miles south of Avalon, provides a major medical facility for the neighborhood.

Bellshire is an established Clarksville community that continues to grow with the addition of modern and upscale housing. “It’s one of the higher priced neighborhoods, as well,” says Kimber Gaither, a broker and Realtor with Century 21 Platinum Properties’ Kayla Gunter team. Bellshire sits on the doorstep of some of the area’s top recreational attractions. Weekend go-kart races are a short drive away, while many children spend their summers playing in the stream that cuts through the scenic Rotary Park. These destinations, along with the new housing and neighboring chains, have drawn many to Bellshire. “We just got a Whataburger in over there,” says Gaither, who’s co-listed several properties with Gunter in Bellshire. “It’s also close to the interstate, and I think that’s a draw to the public.” The interest in the Bellshire area is expected to continue growing, as the builder behind the community’s recent expansion is planning another nearby project that will connect housing to more shopping and dining. “It’s in the Sango area of Clarksville, which is one of the more popular areas. It’s a little more upscale,” says Ron Dayley, a Realtor with Epique Realty, who’s made a few sales in Bellshire. “It’s got a good school district, and people are attracted to it.” Ranch-style houses and Traditionals populate Bellshire’s more established west end section. Brick and vinyl exteriors are common here and houses date back to the 1990s and 2000s. Many lots across the community measure between a third of an acre to about an acre. Bellshire’s older homes sell for roughly between $300,000 and $500,000, depending on size. The community’s east end features newer homes like upscale farmhouse styles, complete with exposed timbers and front porches flanked by wooden pillars. Most homes here exceed footprints of 2,500 square feet and can run between $580,000 and $680,000. Another subdivision within Bellshire — the Reserves of Bellshire — also features new housing, but at lower price points. These contemporary Traditional styles include distinct features like modern skillion, sharply slanted, roofs. Price points in the Reserves can range from the mid-$300,000s to the lower $400,000s. A number of local staples and chain brands surround Bellshire. A short drive east on Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway — also known as Tennessee State Route 76 — leads to a Whataburger, which opened to much fanfare in Clarksville. The Texas-based fast-food institution returned to Tennessee for the first time in decades when it opened a restaurant in the Nashville suburbs in 2022. This burger joint is jsut down the road from local staple, El Rancho Grande. Along with its popular Mexican fare, the restaurant features decor like skeletons dressed as mariachi musicians. Another option, Four Brothers Wood-Fired Pizza serves hot pies, as well as options like chicken wings and s’mores pizza for desserts. Patrons at Dock 17 can relax on its leather couches as they mingle over brews and pub fare. The restaurant maintains a small stage for live music performances. Dock 17 neighbors Miss Lucille’s Cafe, which operates in a rustic space. After finishing their wraps or lettuce rolls, patrons can walk over to the cafe’s affiliated shop to browse for antique furniture. A nearby Walmart and Food Lion offer grocery options. Bellshire lies just north of Rotary Park, an 111-acre green space where visitors can go on nature hikes through dense woodlands, or let the kids splash around in the Wall Branch stream. Along with 6 miles of hiking and biking trails, the park’s amenities include playgrounds and an 18-hole course for disc golf enthusiasts. The Wade Bourne Nature Center sits right in the heart of the park. This facility offers interactive activities for children, and attractions like a 500-gallon aquarium populated with fish native to the region’s Cumberland River. Visitors can also explore a variety of native reptiles and amphibians or walk through a butterfly garden. Another recreational option here is the City Forum multi-entertainment complex. Located adjacent to the Walmart, friends and family can challenge one another to a game of putt-puff golf, dabble in the arcade or try their hand at go-kart racing. Young students here can attend Sango Elementary School, which receives an A-minus from the educational review site Niche. From there, they can go on to Richview Middle School and Clarksville High School, which receive B-plus and B grades respectively from Niche. Sango Elementary earned a Tennessee Purple Star School Award in 2023, for its efforts to serve military families. The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System has found success in its women's wrestling team, with the Clarksville Lady Wildcats competing in the final of the 2024 TSSAA Dual State Tournament and has produced some individual state champions in recent years. Clarksville Christian School, which receives a B-plus from Niche, is also located in the Bellshire area. This private school serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With Bellshire located just a few miles from downtown Clarksville, its residents aren’t far from the city's lineup of seasonal events. Annual festivities include the Christmas Light Run, which starts and ends at the McGregor Park boat ramp. Or for those looking to celebrate the winter season with a fun-run, there's the Clarksville Riverwalk and jog along the Cumberland and Red rivers. Along the way, participants get to admire numerous light decorations. Other downtown events include the Fourth of July parade, which features floats and live music, or the July 3rd Independence Day event held in nearby Liberty Park. In addition to food, games and music, goers to the July 3 festivity get to watch a firework show. Bellshire is less than 3 miles west of Interstate 24, which connects Clarksville to Fort Campbell to the north and Nashville to the south. Bellshire is also about 6 miles east of downtown Clarksville. Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville about 7 miles north provides the nearest major medical facility for the neighborhood. Like the rest of Clarksville, those looking to take a flight out of state, will need to go to the Nashville International Airport, which is about 46 miles from Bellshire.

Bluegrass Downs is a close-knit suburban neighborhood "That's super convenient to everything,” says Brandon Easton, leader of Sweet Home Realty’s The Elite team, who’s made just under 10 sales in Bluegrass Downs. “For the most part, it’s a pretty large neighborhood. But you’ll see a variety of different floor plans and houses, and it’s all within decent price points.” A shopping center with chain brands and local staples borders the neighborhood to the north, while three schools sit just east of the community’s boundaries. A Regal movie theater abuts the homes on Marla Circle and “you can probably walk there from the subdivisions if you wanted to,” says Ciera Netherton, a Realtor with Legion Realty, who’s made nearly two dozen sales in Bluegrass Downs. Bluegrass Downs is also one of the neighborhoods closest to the Tennessee and Kentucky state line. This means direct proximity to Fort Campbell and that the community “is going to be heavily military,” Easton adds. “A lot of those people either have ties to the military, or are on active duty at the moment.” Houses in Bluegrass Downs were primarily built in the 1990s and 2000s and many don ranch-style, Craftsman and Traditional designs. Most prominently feature vinyl and brick sidings, common of that er, paired with mature trees and shrubs. Chain link and wooden fences enclose many backyards, while colorful flower beds adorn a few front yards. Walking paths along the roads provide convenience for residents going on early morning and evening strolls and cul-de-sacs are another common feature. Most of the houses here run between 1,500 and 2,000 square feet, and their modest sizes are reflected in the neighborhood’s price points, which range from $245,000 to nearly $360,000. Tragedy struck Clarksville in December of 2023 when a tornado passed through the city and caused three fatalities. Bluegrass Downs was one of the neighborhoods the tornado hit. Tornadoes touchdown in the Clarksville area a little less than once every other year, with about 30 twisters passing through Montgomery County over the past seven decades. Spring is the typical tornado season, while a secondary season occurs between fall and winter. The aftermath of the December 2023 incident saw the community and the city band together in support of the repair efforts. “A lot of those have been redone and repaired by this point, but there are still some repairs going on,” Easton says. “This community, it really comes together. As soon as that tornado occurred, hundreds and probably thousands of people immediately started taking action, helping out with cleanup efforts, food deliveries, helping other people with housing. In a very short period of time, the entire community came together to help everyone who was negatively impacted by the tornado. It’s just a really great thing to see how tight the community is. It still has that small-town closeness you just don’t get with a lot of bigger cities anymore.” A shopping center with both chain and local institutions sits right along the northern edge of the neighborhood. The Regal Clarksville movie theater is among the tenants and is a go-to spot for those looking to catch the latest blockbusters. The multiplex comes complete with the company’s high-quality RPX screen and reclining seats. Neighboring the movie house, the veteran-owned Getsome Coffee is popular for its variety of beverages and muffins. Dining options here include Clarksville institution Smokin Chikin, which specializes in gourmet rotisserie chicken. At Dos Margaritas Bar & Grill, many are fans of the plates of authentic soft shell tacos served with lime and jalapeno peppers. Farther down Tiny Town Road, there are more options like Bahama Buck’s and Four Brothers Wood-Fired Pizza. In addition to its snow cones, Bahama Buck’s treats include a small plastic bowl of strawberries and sliced bananas topped with honey and coconut flakes. A Sam’s Club and Publix, both nearly 4 miles south of Bluegrass Downs, provide some of the nearest grocery shopping options. Located a few miles west of the neighborhood, and along the Red River, Billy Dunlop Park is one of the closest recreational spots. Here children enjoy the park’s playground and swing set, and during the summer months the park's banks come to life with activity. Teens take turns dangling from a swinging rope before plummeting into the water below. While those who enjoy walking can cross the park's tall pedestrian bridge to take in scenic views of both the Red River and the surrounding woodlands. The Sky Zone Trampoline Park about 3 miles south provides another hangout spot for children and teens. Students in Bluegrass Downs start at either Pisgah Elementary or Northeast Elementary School, depending on where they live within the neighborhood. The two elementary schools both receive B grades from the ratings site Niche. Pisgah Elementary School’s building features distinct architectural touches like pod areas for kindergarten through fifth-grade classrooms, which also benefit from ample natural light. Older students are zoned for Northeast Middle School and Northeast High School, which receive B-minus and C-plus grades respectively from Niche. Northeast High also offers a specialized Computer Information Technology Academy, which provides students for future careers in engineering or computer programming. The high school has also produced some impressive athletes. In 2016 and 2017, several football players set state records in regular season statistics like most receiving yards and most touchdown passes in a game. Bluegrass Downs sits just north of the Clarksville Speedway & Fairgrounds, which hosts events like the weeks-long Drive Thru Christmas Lights or the Montgomery County Fair. The Drive Thru, which takes place between late November and December, invites visitors to go on short tours of the speedway to enjoy a display of over 1 million lights. The fair occurs during a select few days in July and August, and goers can enjoy entertainment like carnival rides and racing. Many here also travel downtown to enjoy events like the July Fourth celebrations and the Lighted Christmas Parade in early December. Many businesses and organizations take part in the parade by entering a Holiday themed float or vehicle. “It depends on what people are interested in,” Easton says. “In Clarksville, a lot of people drive around,” visiting their favorite sites. Bluegrass Downs is located right off Interstate 24, which serves as a commuter route to both downtown Nashville and Fort Campbell. Many here, however, prefer taking Tiny Town Road to reach Fort Campbell, which is about 11 miles west of the neighborhood when using that route. Tiny Town runs along Bluegrass Downs’ northern bounds. For flights out of state, many use the Nashville International Airport, which is about 56 from the neighborhood. Located about 6 miles south, Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville serves as a major medical facility for this part of the city.