Named for President Andrew Jackson's former home that is now a museum that sits in the center of this suburb, Hermitage offers more than just rich history. Situated between two lakes—Old Hickory Lake to the north and Percy Priest Lake to the south—residents of Hermitage appreciate the 13-mile proximity to downtown while being away from the chaos of the city. "Hermitage is not so much a neighborhood but a small community full of affordable homes occupied by predominantly working-class families,” says Diane Journell, a Realtor at Benchmark Realty with 8 years of experience in the Mt. Juliet region.
From townhomes to Farmhouse Revivals
With a median home price of $400,000 as of 2023, Hermitage remains one of the more affordable neighborhoods east of the city. Quiet, tree-lined streets line many of the residential areas, where homes have manicured lawns, and some have attached garages and driveways. Ranch homes, cottages, Split Levels, Cape Cods and townhomes with 750 to 2,000 square feet of space, several boasting brick accents, are typically priced between $225,000 and $500,000. Larger, 2,000- to 3,000-square-foot Colonial and Farmhouse Revivals, postmodern brick homes and new constructions, some with wrap-around driveways and front porch columns, range from $500,000 to around $600,000.
Many of the homes in Hermitage have larger than average yards.
Split-level homes are a popular choice in Hermitage.
Large lakeside custom homes are also an option in Hermitage.
You can also find modern brick ranch homes in Hermitage.
Many of the more expensive homes in Hermitage sit on the shores of the Old Hickory Lake.
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Parks and outdoor spaces between two lakes
Just north of Hermitage, locals enjoy the paved and wooded walking trails and fishing access at Crooked Branch Park. Nearby, the Hermitage Golf Course offers an 18-hole fairway along the Cumberland River. West of the area, Two Rivers Park has both a disc golf and a standard golf course, a paved greenway that runs along the Cumberland, a skate park and a dog park. Closer to Hermitage at Heartland Park, athletes play on the outdoor fields, joggers run the paved Stones River Greenway, kayakers cruise along the river and furry friends run free at the dog park. Just east, Ravenwood Park is a modern playground with a sandpit and outdoor basketball courts. Hermitage Community Center and Hermitage Park are centrally located, offering a recreation center, playground, and trails around a sundial. "A lot of locals take their boats south to Percy Priest Lake, or they walk their dogs and sunbathe by the shore,” adds Journell.
Residents can head to the Crooked Creek Park for a casual walk on the paved trail.
Just 3 miles south of Hermitage is the popular Percy Priest Lake.
Enjoy sports fields at Heartland Park in Hermitage.
Long Hunter State Park has a large lake to fish in Hermitage.
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Diverse cuisines and shopping on Lebanon Pike
Lebanon Pike, a four-lane highway with plenty of shops, grocers and restaurants, runs through Hermitage. Locals can grab groceries at Kroger or Publix at Oakwood Commons, where they watch the game with a beer at JB’s Pour House, a sports bar with more than 30 TVs. West on Lebanon Pike, there’s another Publix at The Crossings Shopping Center. Nearby, Hermitage residents can pick up a latte at Caliber Coffee before antique shopping at Mill Creek Mercantile or guitar shopping at Blues Vintage Guitar. In the area, Nectar Urban Cantina serves cantina-style Mexican cuisine and Sunflower Bakehouse makes fresh vegan food and baked goods. Where Old Hickory Boulevard intersects with Lebanon Pike, there are a variety of cuisines, like Famous Dave’s Barbeque, Taqueria Vallarta and Chicago Gyros Plus.
Main St. in Hermitage has plenty of retail options.
Enjoy the gluten free vegan treats at Sunflower Bakehouse in Hermitage.
You can shop for all your weekly groceries at Publix in Hermitage.
Nectar Urban Cantina is a great place for breakfast tacos in Hermitage.
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Museum, music and water attractions
In the northern part of the area, residents and visitors alike can tour and learn about the former president’s life at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, a Greek Revival estate turned history museum. West of Hermitage, people from all over the country visit the Grand Ole Opry, a live music venue where several country music greats have performed, with the Opry Mills shopping mall next door. On Percy Priest Lake, there’s an RV resort and the Elm Hill Marina, as well as Nashville Shores Water Park.
The exciting downtown Nashville is only at 20 minute drive from Hermitage.
Hermitage residents can enjoy a day at the Grand Ole Opry.
In the northern part of Hermitage is the popular Old Hickory Country Club.
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Spacious and well-attended Metro Nashville schools
Students living in Hermitage can attend schools in the Metro Nashville Public Schools district, graded a B-minus on Niche and the second largest school system in Tennessee. Younger learners can start their journey at Andrew Jackson Elementary School, graded a B on Niche and ranked as the No. 9 Best Public Elementary School in Davidson County. Students can then move on to John F. Kennedy Middle School, receiving a C Niche grade. Older students can attend either McGavock High School or Antioch High School, which both receive a C Niche grade. High schoolers at McGavock enjoy the 14-acre building, the largest high school in the state.
Andrew Jackson Elementary School serves Pre-K through 4th grade in Nashville.
McGavock High School is located in Northeast Nashville.
Antioch High School enrolls around 1,800 students every year in Nashville.
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Interstate 40 and BNA airport
Interstate 40 runs through Hermitage, which leads to Nashville International Airport just 5 miles south. Part of the WeGo Public Transit system, many bus stops pepper Lebanon Pike, and Music City Star Hermitage Station picks up train riders off Andrew Jackson Parkway. With transportation convenience and proximity to downtown, Hermitage remains a historic suburb where residents find value in both their homes and their community.
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