Elvis. Dolly Parton. Taylor Swift. From the old to the new school, these are only a few of the legends and superstars who have graced Music Row and left their marks on the institutions that have called this iconic part of Nashville home. Nashville is widely called the Music City, and it’s this very neighborhood that has contributed the most to that nickname. While Music Row is often associated with recording studios — and country music artists in particular — it’s been a home for several institutions in the music industry. Music Square East to the north is most prominently occupied by one of Broadcast Music Inc.’ s national offices. Across the street to the west, Owen Bradley is immortalized in his own park, while the bronze “Musica” art installment in the nearby roundabout catches the eyes of drivers turning into Buddy Killen Circle. Although the neighborhood boasts some modern multistory buildings, it still has notable historic or older properties, including classic bungalows and Four Square houses that have been converted into spaces for businesses and organizations. While the historic and present music industry has been the source of much tourism over the years, they have equally appealed to at least a few who have decided to settle in or close to this place. “It’s just an iconic part of the Nashville where a lot of song writers have and still write hit songs. There’s a lot of history there,” says Lee Pfund, managing broker for the PARKS real estate office in the nearby Hillsboro Village. “Today it really draws a lot of tourists. You can walk by the Shane McAnally office, which is smack dab right there. You have a lot of people who come by and who want to see where the songs were produced and made.”
The Music Row neighborhood is full of character shown through the Owen Bradley Statue.
The statue of Owen Bradley was created by Gary Ernest Smith in Music Row.
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Eclectic mix of dining along Broadway
Beginning on 21st Avenue South, which turns into Broadway, residents can on foot stop by a few of many dining spots located along the thoroughfare. The establishments include chain brands and a number of establishments occupy the first floor of multi-story apartment buildings. The restaurants include the San Antonio Taco Company and Nada, which both serve Mexican fare but under different settings. Nada is a more upscale restaurant and bar on the ground floor of a modern multistory building, while the San Antonio Taco Company operates in a cozier home-style venue with an outdoor patio. While many certainly enjoy the Mexican fare at San Antonio Taco Company, the establishment is particularly known for bringing out bottled beers in ice buckets. The Row Kitchen & Pub, on Lyle Ave just off Broadway, is popular spot for Southern classics and regionally sourced draft beers. A Whole Foods exists on Broadway just north of Music Row.
San Antonio Taco Company gets very busy during lunch hours on warm days in Music Row.
Locals can catch live music at The Row Kitchen and Pub at 6pm every night in Music Row.
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From modern condos to nearly $2 million contemporary houses
Much of the homes that can be bought in Music Row are condo or multi-family units found in contemporary multi-story buildings, some of which come with upscale features like a terrace style pool area where residents can get an elevated view of a surrounding cityscape of modern high-rise buildings with sleek glass exteriors. Price points for these condos can go from around $370,000 for a one-bedroom unit to about $650,000 a two-bedroom unit with greater square footage. The few houses available include new and multi-bedroom contemporary builds that can nearly reach $2 million. Many rentals are also available.
Newly built modern condos are peppered throughout Music Row.
New contemporary homes in Music Row can be purchased for millions of dollars.
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Neighboring Rose Park multisport facility
While there are plenty of sights to see here, Music Row residents are close to several recreational spots. There’s Tony Rose Park right along the neighborhood’s eastern bounds. The park, which has a water fountain, is a popular spot for nearby dog owners and features a playground for children. The biggest sports site near this area is Rose Park, a 24-acre multi-sports facility located just east of the neighborhood. The site is a destination for young athletes as it boasts amenities like synthetic turf baseball and soccer fields, as well as basketball courts. Fans of Belmont University’s men and women soccer teams can catch their home games at the park. And if nothing else, casual strolls through this bustling neighborhood might involve passing by one of many artistic markers like the Heartbreak Hotel and Roy Orbison guitars and a giant microphone.
Locals can use the field at E.S. Rose Park to exercise.
Residents near Tony Rose Park love throwing the ball with their dog.
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Home to best private college prep high school in Tennessee
The public schools serving this area include Eakin Elementary School, West End Middle School and Hillsboro High School, all of which respectfully received grades of B-plus, B-minus and B from ratings site Niche. The private University School of Nashville, which serves students in kindergarten through 12th grade, is located in the southern portion of the neighborhood. The private school received an A-plus from Niche and is, respectfully, the number one and number two ranked best college prep private high school and best private high school in the state. Its Lower School — kindergarten to fourth grade — offers courses like weekly Spanish classes and the music program includes enriching events like the Holiday Songfest.
Around 400 students pass through the doors of Eakin Elementary in Nashville every year.
West End Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Nashville.
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Within Nashville’s music scene
Due to its location, Music Row residents are never far from some of the city’s most notable events and festivals. Those include music-themed festivities like the major CMA Fest downtown and the still relatively new Bright Shade Music & Arts Festival in neighboring Midtown, the latter of which aims to showcase several different genres and more up-and-coming talent.
Right along the Broadway thoroughfare
Music Row lies right along one of the city’s major thoroughfares, Broadway. The road provides a direct route to the downtown about 2 miles to the east. Interstate 40, which lies just east of the neighborhood, forms part of the network of interstates that provide direct and quick routes to different of parts of Nashville, as well as its suburbs. I-40 runs to the Nashville International Airport, which sits about 7 miles east of the neighborhood. A few WeGo Public Transit bus stops can be found in Music Row, including along Broadway. Although they’re not necessarily within the neighborhood itself, a few top rated medical institutions sit just west of Music Row. They include the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and other facilities that are part of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A few more institutions lie just north of the neighborhood, including Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown.
Music Row is bordered by I-40 and I-65 to the East near Downtown Nashville.
Music Row has many bus stops that lead to places like Green Hills or Downtown Nashville.
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
Dog Park
Trails
Volleyball
Reservoir Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
E.S. Rose Athletic Complex
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Parking Lot
Radnor Lake State Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Owen Bradley Park
Trails
Playground
William Edmondson Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Playground
Farm In The City
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Tony Rose Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
North Gulch Greenway
Bike Trails
Trails
Transit
Airport
Nashville International
14 min drive
Bus
Edgehill Ave & 19th Ave S Wb
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21st Ave S & Grand Ave Nb
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Broadway Ave & 17th Ave S Eb
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21st Ave S & Edgehill Ave Nb
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Edgehill Ave & 17th Ave S Wb
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.410 Reviews
3.0Niche User
12/28/2015Niche Review
Normally, I see police as I travel on the roads.
3.0Niche User
12/28/2015Niche Review
It is a great place to be,especially for college.
3.0Niche User
12/22/2015Niche Review
The community is okay here. Many keep to themselves, but always give a smile when seeing others in the hallways of the apartment building or on the sidewalk.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,635
Median Age
29
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
3.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,303
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,283
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
72.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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