A blend of old and new on the outskirts of Nashville
In Goodlettsville, Tennessee, antique stores selling Civil War-era memorabilia sit within a few miles of the RiverGate Shopping Mall, which spans over a million square feet. Midcentury cul-de-sacs are within walking distance of the Bowen House, one of the oldest structures in Middle Tennessee and downtown Nashville is less than 15 miles away along Interstate 65. Over the past 50 years, Goodlettsville has grown from a city of approximately 3,000 to one of more than 17,000, thanks in part to major employers like Dollar General, which established its headquarters here in 2000. Country music star Patsy Cline once called the area home and even hosted the likes of Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn in her Nella Drive ranch-style house. Today, Goodlettsville has become a home base for modern-day music stars like Garth Brooks and others, who enjoy the city's proximity to Nashville. "Goodlettsville has grown leaps and bounds in a ten-year period," says Joe Groves, Realtor with Jim Brinkley Realtors. The coming years will see infrastructure improvements on Main Street, the addition of an all-inclusive playground in Peay Park and the construction of multi-purpose housing in former retail centers around the RiverGate Mall. Goodlettsville is a fast-growing suburb of one of the country's fastest-growing cities.
Goodlettsville has a population of 17,000.
The Bower House is a restored plantation home that you can tour.
The Dollar General headquarters is located in Goodlettsville.
You can learn about the history of Mansker Station at the Welcome Center.
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Dollar General, Tyson Foods and transit opportunities
In 2000, Dollar General established its corporate headquarters off I-65 in Goodlettsville and brought thousands of jobs to the area. The city is also home to major employers like the Tyson Foods plant and Associated Wholesale Grocers, which has a large distribution center off Tennessee State Route 174. In the 1970s, the RiverGate Mall became a focal point for Goodlettsville's economy, attracting out-of-town shoppers and bringing hundreds of retail jobs to Middle Tennessee. For other employment opportunities, it's also common for residents to commute into Nashville, a 15-mile drive that can take around 20 minutes depending on traffic via I-65. For those who prefer to avoid parking in the larger city, the WeGo bus 56 travels south from RiverGate Station toward Nashville's central station. That being said, public transportation within Goodlettsville is otherwise limited. While once traversed by stagecoaches in the late 1800s, the city's "Old Stone Bridge" is now a protected historic site, and today, cars take U.S. Route 31W toward Bowling Green instead. The nearest airport is Nashville International, less than 20 miles away and residents can access medical care at TriStar in Hendersonville or the TriStar Skyline in downtown Nashville.
Tyson Foods is loacted in Goodlettsville.
I65 runs right through Goodlettsville for easy access to Nashville.
Old Stone Bridge is a historic site located in Goodlettsville.
Dollar General headquarters in Goodlettsville, and is the largest employer.
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RiverGate redevelopment plans
In 2020, the city passed a comprehensive development plan that will bring new life to the RiverGate area. The mall was listed for sale in 2024 and Roger McKinney of Benchmark Realty explains, "Shopping malls in the U.S. were a big thing several decades ago. Of course, that's changed in recent years, but [RiverGate] is going through renovations, repurposing and whatnot." For instance, there's a mixed-use housing development in the works — which will include multi-family homes as well as a hotel space on the former Macy's site.
You can enjoy shopping at Rivergate Mall in Goodlettsville.
There is a busy food court at The Rivergate Mall in the Madison neighborhood.
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A mix of multi-acre and 'postage stamp’-sized lots
"Interest rates are around the five-and-a-half or 7% range depending on how one qualifies for a loan," says McKinney, adding that the market is "still moving along pretty well in Goodlettsville." Part of the city is in Sumner County and part is in Davidson County. According to McKinney, prospective buyers will find a wide range of housing styles within the city, including everything from single-story brick homes built between the 1960s and '70s to late '90s and early 2000s New Traditionals donning steep gabled roofs. There are also several townhouse developments. "I sold a home to a couple looking to have 5 acres with a horse barn," says McKinney. "You'd think you'd have to go farther out for that, but there are some pockets of homes in Goodlettsville that have 3-, 4- or 5-acres of land." However, McKinney also explains that there are also smaller "postage stamp-sized" lots in Goodlettsville proper. The median price for a single-family home in the city is $430,000, which is slightly higher than the national single-family home price. Suburban streets are quiet with little thru traffic and crimes are concentrated in the city center and toward the eastern half of Goodlettsville. Rates of both violent and property crimes are lower than the Tennessee averages. However, the number of reported motor vehicle thefts is slightly higher than the national average.
You can find several ranch homes in Goodlettsville.
You can find Craftsman style homes throughout Goodlettsville.
There are several new condos being built in Goodlettsville.
Most of the homes in Goodlettsville are on large lots.
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Six public parks and a living history center
Goodlettsville has six parks ranging in size from just a few acres to nearly 150 acres. Moss-Wright Park is the city's largest and also home to Mansker's Station, a recreation of an 18th century log cabin fort, open for living history demos. There's also the restored Bowen Plantation House, one of Middle Tennessee's oldest brick structures. Surrounding courts and fields host youth sporting events and there are several reservable picnic shelters on the grounds. The Goodlettsville Fire Department's 'Kid's Christmas Charity' is working to build an all-accessible playground in Peay Park, while there are currently indoor recreational opportunities at the Delmas-Long Community Center. In 2023, a mural celebrating Goodlettsville's proximity to the music industry was painted on the side of this building. Other parks feature outdoor performance pavilions, splash pads, swimming pools and little free libraries for community building.
Mansker Creek runs through Goodlettsville and Mansker Station Park.
Mansker Station is a historic archaeological site.
There is a historic plantation you can tour in Goodlettsville.
Delmas Long Community center has a gym and spash pad in the summer.
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Main Street and RiverGate retail; annual festivities
Goodlettsville residents can enjoy a mix of antique malls, boutiques and small-town kitchens along Main Street while still being only a short drive away from big-box stores and fast-food chains in the RiverGate area or along Long Hollow Pike. On Thursday evenings between May and October, fresh groceries are sold at the Goodlettsville Farmers Market, held in the parking lot of the Goodlettsville Visitor’s Center. Most live music opportunities in Goodlettsville are held outdoors and during the summer months, for instance, families can head to the City Hall lawn for the Music on Main concert series. Other annual events include GOODFest in the Park in October — there's a DJ, bounce houses and candy trails — and a Yulefest around the holiday season. Locals can also attend blacksmithing, leatherworking and woodworking demonstrations during Heritage Days in April.
You can visit the Goodlettsville Welcome Center to learn about its history.
You can find just about anything at the many antique stores in Goodlettsville.
You can find great peices of history in Goodlettsville's antique stores.
Youn can find authentic home cooking at Ruby's Kitchen in Goodlettsville.
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Students split between two school districts
Depending on their addresses, Goodlettsville students are divided between the Metropolitan Nashville School District, which earns an overall B-minus rating from Niche and the Sumner County School District, which earns an A-minus. Magnet school options include Head Magnet Middle School in Davidson County and Merrol Hyde Magnet School in Sumner. Regardless of district, the Historic Manker's Station Frontier Life Center is a popular field trip destination. There are adult education opportunities at the Goodlettsville Branch of the Nashville Public Library, where classes range from knitting and gentle yoga to 3D printing and children can participate in after-school book clubs or receive test prep help.
Bellshire Elementary Design Center is located in Nashville Tennessee.
Goodlettsville Elementary School serves the residents of Northeast Nashville.
Goodlettsville Middle School is located in Northeast Nashville.
Hunters Lane Comp High School is located in Northeast Nashville.
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On average, homes in Goodlettsville, TN sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Goodlettsville, TN over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$413,950
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$428,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$330,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$300,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
373
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Area Facts
Number of Homes
9,760
Number of Homes for Sale
140
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,028
On par with the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,608
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,424
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,730
Open Houses
Saturday, Nov 8
Open Sat 1PM - 4PM
$333,990
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
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