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A mix of old and new along 8th Avenue South
After the sun goes down, red neon lights advertise the old Melrose Movie Theatre, now home to an upscale American restaurant called Sinema. Bisected by 8th Avenue, Melrose has seen plenty of development in recent years. Modern apartment complexes contrast with vintage roadside stops like Fat Mo’s and Melrose Billiard Parlor, where locals challenge one another to pool games in dimly lit rooms. Erin Simpson, who lives in the neighborhood and works as a real estate agent with PARKS, points to the proximity of other Music City destinations like 12 South. “You kind of have the benefit of being close enough to 12 South without having congestion,” she says. Four lanes allow cars on 8th Avenue to clip along steadily, and WeGo public buses offer direct passage to Downtown Nashville, just 3 miles north. Along the route, stops like Zanies Comedy Night Club and The Basement offer a packed calendar of live performances. “If you want to be near downtown, in an urban but walkable area, it's the perfect place,” says Kyle Shults, who works with Clough Team Realty.
Residents can grab a beer at Melrose Billiards Parlor.
The Melrose neighborhood has multiple bus stops for commuting into Downtown Nashville.
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Nashville “Tall Skinnies” and mid-century bungalows
In Nashville, compact lot sizes are optimized with the help of multi-story architecture, often referred to as “Tall and Skinny” homes. “There are more of those Tall Skinnies [in Melrose],” says Simpson, adding, “It’s not as historic [as 12th South], so it’s not as protected. There’re going to be more of the newer homes.” These modern builds start around $900,000 and sometimes sell for upwards of $1.5 million. They often feature attached single-car garages and large, paneless windows. According to Simpson, prospective buyers will also find updated mid-century homes. Ranch-styles, Tudors and bungalows generally hover between $850,000 and $1 million, and hilly streets are shaded by towering oaks. Condominium and townhome living is also an option in Melrose, and two-bedroom units can be found for under $600,000.
Streets are lined with modern tall skinny townhomes in the Melrose neighborhood.
Homes in Melrose range from Tudor to bungalows and modern townhomes.
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Fast food, small-town diners and chain grocers
Although fast food chains like McDonald’s and Sonic can be found along 8th Avenue, the thoroughfare is also home to locally-owned restaurants like the Smiling Elephant, known for Thai curries made fresh daily, and M.L. Rose Craft Beer and Burgers, both of which Simpson recommends. She also gives Fenwick’s 300 a shout out — it serves up classic diner fare like grilled cheese and tomato soup, specialty coffees and sides of thick-cut bacon. Kroger and Publix are both grocery options along 8th, and fresh produce (as well as live music) can be found at the 12 South Farmers’ Market in Sevier Park on Tuesday nights starting in May.
M.L. Rose in Melrose is where locals go for a beer with friends.
Fenwick's 300 serves breakfast and lunch in Melrose.
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Comedy nights, games of pool and nearby beer festivals
In April, seats fill at Zanies Comedy Night Club during the Nashville Comedy Festival. Throughout the year, the venue hosts open mic nights and up-and-coming comedians. Melrose Billiard Parlor first opened its doors in the 1940s, back when Hank Williams was performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and Happy Hour is 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. every day. Locals meet up for games of pool, ping pong and darts. There’s also The Basement, which draws in Indie crowds farther north near Reservoir Park. In September, vendors set up under white tents in Sevier Park (located within the historic 12 South neighborhood) for the Touch of Brews Festival, where visitors can also expect Grateful Dead-esque music and games for kids. There’s also the Nashville Marathon at the end of April — called Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville — and locals come out in droves to cheer along 12th Avenue.
Zanies Comedy Club has been around for more than 40 years in Nashville.
Melrose Billiards Parlor is perfect to hang with friends and play pool.
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Cornhole and Civil War sites in surrounding neighborhoods
Although Melrose doesn’t have its own parks, it’s not too difficult to find green spaces in nearby neighborhoods like 12 South and Edgehill. “In Nashville, we love our outdoor activities. Rose Park has everything, it’s where you want to be. They’ve even got a cornhole league, who would have thought?” says Alan Worthy, who works with eXp Realty. There’s also Reservoir Park, the site of a former Civil War Fort and the remnants of a 19th-century water reservoir. Onsite, find basketball courts and a small playground. As Simpson notes, Nashville is a dog city, and she’ll make the trip to Sevier Park most mornings to take hers on walks. During soccer season, buy tickets to watch matches at Geodis Park, which can seat 30,000 fans.
Moms and friends can stroll through Sevier Park throughout the week.
For recreation, locals can head outside to play basketball at Reservoir Park near Melrose.
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Spotlighted performers at Hillsboro High School
For those living in the western portion of the neighborhood, Waverly-Belmont Elementary School is within walking distance. The school earned a B-plus on the educational review site, Niche, and some students participate in the accelerated Gifted and Talented Program. Next is J.T. Moore Middle and Hillsboro High, both of which received Bs. HHS recently underwent extensive renovations, which included an updated auditorium, and several Hillsboro Players have qualified to compete in the Jimmy Awards in New York City. Nearby Universities include Belmont, home to over 7,000 undergraduates, and Vanderbilt, which has a similar undergraduate enrollment.
Waverly-Belmont Elementary School was established in 1937 in Nashville.
Hillsboro High School enrolls over 1,100 students every year in Nashville.
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Downtown Nashville less than 3 miles away
Nashville attractions like the Country Musical Hall of Fame and the Johnny Cash Museum are less than 3 miles away from Melrose up 8th Avenue South, and locals can rely on WeGo Public Transit. Bus 8 makes regular stops, passing by Edgehill and the Gulch along the way. Drive 8 miles along Interstate 40 to reach Nashville International Airport, which offers direct flights to international destinations like London and Cancun. Medical care is a short trip away at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt and TriStar Centennial Medical Center, and the neighborhood receives a 6 out of 10 on the CAP Index.
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Parks in this Area
Reservoir Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Dallas H Neil Park
Azalea Park
Radnor Lake State Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Sevier Park
Gale Lane Community Park
Fair Park
Transit
Airport
Nashville International
13 min drive
Bus
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Melrose Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Melrose, Nashville sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Melrose, Nashville over the last 12 months is $410,870.
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Modern elegance in the heart of 12th South. Built in 2022, this one-owner home boasts an abundance of natural light and a clean, contemporary look. The residence features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The fully fenced backyard offers green grass for play and a patio for relaxation. The top floor is perfect for entertaining, featuring a Rec Room/Den that leads to a spacious rooftop deck. The deck
AVAILABLE FULLY FURNISHED! Hot Melrose, 12 South location! This single-family home features an open floor plan, three-bedroom suites, and two additional rooms that can be used as a home office and/or a fourth bedroom. Windows with custom blinds offer tons of incredible natural light. Great fenced backyard with a nice deck. Nest thermostats. Steps from everything 8th Ave S has to offer, including
Move-in-ready single-family home in the heart of 12 South—just blocks from coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, and Sevier Park. This home offers 10’ ceilings, an open-concept layout filled with natural light, and a chef’s kitchen featuring high-end stainless appliances, a pro-series refrigerator, and a walk-through butler’s pantry with built-in beverage fridge. The main level includes a formal
Gorgeous Modern in the 12 South / Melrose pocket. High end finishes with just under 4,000 sqft of living space - this one checks all the boxes! The open floor plan features floor to ceiling windows, a linear gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen w/ custom cabinets, large island with waterfall quartz counters, walk-in pantry and informal dining area. The primary suite has a private covered porch,
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Lovely townhome end unit at Park at Melrose. Fantastic location with great parking access. Recently redone with all new wood floors downstairs and carpet on stairs and second floor. New appliances, upgraded bathroom, and fixtures throughout. VERY well maintained. Fireplace surrounded by built-in bookcases with TV above the fireplace included. Enclosed private patio and nice sitting front porch.
This property offers 1 bedroom homes with fitness center, laundry and pool for residents to enjoy . It is located between the trendy 12thsouth District and Melrose area with shopping, food and entertainment just moments away. Downtown Nashville, Music Row, Belmont, Lipscomb and Vanderbilt Universities are within a couple miles.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,151
Median Age
32
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
5.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,334
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,441
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
83%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
85.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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