Porter Heights
Brunch cocktails and record stores
When it comes to dining and shopping, Porter Heights offers more obscure, quirky scenes rather than well-known spots. “There aren’t many chain restaurants or stores around here, but anything you need is just a couple miles away,” O’Toole says. “Cafe Roze draws a big crowd, as it serves breakfast food and coffee in the morning and sandwiches and cocktails in the afternoon.” She also points out, “Vinyl Tap across the street sells craft brews and different vinyl records.” Nearby is Tabla Rasa Toys, a toy store with a soft-serve ice cream station inside. And in the same complex, Cecil’s Skate Shop sells all things skateboarding, with a skate park for testing new gear outside. For more retail and grocery options, locals head to Gallatin Pike for Kroger, Aldi or Publix.
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1900s bungalows next to modern revivals
In the residential areas of Porter Heights, a home maintaining its 1900s structure may neighbor a new construction. “It’s becoming a more family-oriented area, and there are a lot of new homes being built,” O’Toole says. Older ranch homes and two-story bungalows with dormer windows and 1,000 to 1,500 square feet of space, some with driveways or a basement, can be found for $400,000 to $600,000. Larger, 2,000- to 3,000-square-foot contemporary Craftsman homes, Colonial Revivals and Farmhouse Revivals with balconies and garages are in the $650,000 to $950,000 price range.
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Plenty of greenspace at Shelby Bottoms
Just west of Porter Heights is South Inglewood Park, which offers a playground and an open field. There is also the South Inglewood Community Center on the premises, complete with athletic courts, a fitness area and event space. The neighborhood is next door to Cornelia Fort Airpark at Shelby Park, where different walking trails connect to Shelby Bottoms, which has a nature center, a playground, a greenway and a dog park. Nearby, golfers enjoy the 9-hole fairway at Vinny Links Golf Course or the 18-hole fairway at Shelby Golf Course. “Locals love rollerblading or walking their dogs along Music City Bikeway, which connects to the Cumberland Pedestrian Bridge overlooking the river,” O’Toole says. “And Percy Priest Lake is only 15 miles away.” This lake area offers trails and swimming access, as well as boat and kayak access.
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STEM high school in Metro Nashville
Metro Nashville Public Schools receive a B-minus overall Niche grade and serve Porter Heights students. Elementary learners can benefit from a 14-1 student-teacher ratio at the C-Niche-graded Rosebank Elementary, which Niche ranked in the top 8% of Most Diverse Public Elementary Schools in Tennessee. Students can then progress to Isaac Litton Middle School, which receives a C Niche grade. Older teenagers can attend Stratford Comprehensive High School, a C-Niche-graded magnet school with a STEM program.
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The Airpark's Pickin Party
Nashville is home to country music, and that extends to Porter Heights. “Cornelia Fort Airpark hosts Pickin’ Party all summer long, with a stage for different musical performances,” O’Toole says. Named for pickin’ a banjo, this festival presents a variety of country and bluegrass musicians and bands. Visitors can also enjoy different drink and food vendors, as well as family-friendly activities.Getting around by bus or bicycle
There are several bus stops to the west of Porter Heights along Porter Road. “It’s only a 5-mile bike ride or drive into downtown Nashville, so it’s an easy commute,” O’Toole says. The downtown Riverfront train station is 5 miles away, and Nashville International Airport is a 10-mile drive down Interstate 40. Interstate access, contemporary storefronts, outdoor parks and music venues help the desirable suburb of Porter Heights attract creative shoppers and music lovers alike.
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Mary Beth Greene
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jodi Culp
Jodi Culp
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Choice Properties
(706) 944-8657
88 Total Sales
1 in Porter Heights
$850,000 Price
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Shira Sturm
Shira Sturm
Benchmark Realty, LLC
(615) 434-9369
167 Total Sales
2 in Porter Heights
$145K - $705K Price Range
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Amy Weis
Amy Weis
Responds QuicklyCompass RE
(615) 235-1790
79 Total Sales
1 in Porter Heights
$529,900 Price
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Scott Troxel
Scott Troxel
Keller Williams Realty
(615) 619-5039
75 Total Sales
2 in Porter Heights
$900K - $1M Price Range
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Bernie Gallerani
Bernie Gallerani
Bernie Gallerani Real Estate
(615) 913-4326
2,476 Total Sales
3 in Porter Heights
$400K - $900K Price Range
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Benita Giovannetti
Benita Giovannetti
Compass
(615) 703-3848
55 Total Sales
1 in Porter Heights
$738,900 Price
Schools
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- 5th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Shelby Bottoms Greenway - Forrest Green Dr
South Inglewood Park
Eastland Park
Shelby Park Golf Course
Lockeland Springs Park
Shelby Park
Two Rivers Park
- Dog Park
- Golf
- Skateboard
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Porter Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Porter Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Porter Heights, Nashville sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Porter Heights, Nashville over the last 12 months is $685,000, up 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,999
Median Sale Price
$685,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$388,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$369,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$372
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,352
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,776
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,777
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,119
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
905
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,867
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,253
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,210
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.6%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
22
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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