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Rolling River

Rolling River

$531,294 Average Value
$255 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Rolling River is built around community living in Bellevue

Located in the Bellevue suburb of West Nashville, Rolling River is all about community. Tucked along the Harpeth River, the subdivision’s quiet cul-de-sacs are lined with homes from the 1970s and 1980s. What really sets it apart is the resort-style lineup of amenities maintained by the Rolling River HOA, from one of the biggest community pools in Bellevue to a clubhouse you can rent for birthday parties. Add in easy access to Warner Parks, the Harpeth River Greenway and the shops and restaurants at One Bellevue Place, and you've got a spot that mixes laid-back living with plenty to do.

Renovated 1970s and 1980s homes on quiet residential streets

Since this corner of Bellevue was built up in the 1970s and 1980s, you'll see plenty of Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes with updated interiors. Winding roads lead to cul-de-sacs, and while there aren't any sidewalks, the streets are quiet enough that neighbors feel comfortable taking walks. The main road even has its own bike lane. Prices range from the mid-$400,000s to the mid-$600,000s, depending on yard size and condition. Typically, the prices here are slightly less than newer Bellevue neighborhoods like Poplar Creek Estates or Traceside.

Colonial Revival homes are some of the larger housing options in Rolling River.
Colonial Revival homes are some of the larger housing options in Rolling River.
Many single-level ranch homes in Rolling River have driveways.
Many single-level ranch homes in Rolling River have driveways.
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The Rolling River HOA maintains a community pool and other amenities

Every resident is part of the Rolling River HOA, which collects monthly dues, sets renovation guidelines and keeps the neighborhood looking sharp. Residents get an invitation to the HOA’s community picnic every June, and access to all the local amenities, including:

  • An Olympic-sized pool that is open only for residents and their guests
  • A sandy volleyball court used by a local volleyball league on Sunday afternoons
  • Tennis courts, a softball field and two soccer fields
  • A furnished clubhouse available to rent
“Rolling River is a great community. It’s an older neighborhood that has amazing amenities,” says Cindy Anderson Crocker, a Realtor with The Wilson Group Real Estate Services, who’s made a few sales in this part of Bellevue. “The pool is probably the largest community pool in Bellevue … It’s got a nice pavilion for outdoor festivities and parties. It’s got a nice clubhouse, and the tennis courts are always in great condition.”

Get outdoors with the Warner Parks and the Harpeth River

Being so close to the Harpeth River means outdoor space is right at your doorstep. The Harpeth River Greenway, a paved multiuse trail, connects to boat launches and fishing spots. It also leads to Warner Parks, one of Tennessee's largest city park systems. Spanning more than 3,100 acres of forest and fields, Edwin Warner and Percy Warner Parks offer miles of trails you can explore on foot, by bike or on horseback. "They're some of Nashville's favorite jewels, and they're very close by," says Crocker. If you'd rather stay indoors, the Bellevue Family YMCA is nearby, too.

Percy Warner Park has several miles of greenways and trails to explore.
Percy Warner Park has several miles of greenways and trails to explore.
Rolling River is a very bikeable neighborhood.
Rolling River is a very bikeable neighborhood.
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Close to One Bellevue Place and other shopping hubs

Rolling River is about 3 miles from One Bellevue Place, a modern shopping center that opened in 2017. You'll find a Sprouts Farmers Market, lots of local restaurants, an AMC Theatres and big-box stores like Ulta Beauty. Drive about 3 miles south, and you'll find strip malls with a Publix and Kroger. For dining out, some of Bellevue’s most popular restaurants are:

  • The Loveless Cafe, a landmark restaurant since 1951, known for country ham and scratch-made biscuits
  • HoneyFire BBQ, a family owned spot in One Bellevue Place specializing in slow-smoked meats
  • Voodoo Gumbo, a Cajun and Creole place serving gumbo, po'boys and jambalaya

Kirkland's and other shopping options can be found at One Bellevue Place.
Kirkland's and other shopping options can be found at One Bellevue Place.
The Well Coffeehouse is a quiet place to study or work at One Bellevue Place.
The Well Coffeehouse is a quiet place to study or work at One Bellevue Place.
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Highly rated private schools and a new public high school

Kids in Rolling River are zoned for Metro Nashville Public Schools, including James Lawson High School, which opened in 2023 and offers career-focused academies in health sciences, business and the arts. Private options nearby include Saint Matthew Catholic School, which runs prekindergarten through eighth grade, and Ensworth School, which covers kindergarten through 12th grade. Both earn an A-plus Niche rating.

Ensworth School serves students in the Bellevue area.
Ensworth School serves students in the Bellevue area.
James Lawson High has modern football, baseball and soccer fields in Bellevue.
James Lawson High has modern football, baseball and soccer fields in Bellevue.
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Things to do in Bellevue and the surrounding area

When you’re not hanging out by the pool or participating in a holiday house-decorating contest, locals can find things to do in the surrounding community. Here are some popular nearby events:

  • Full Moon Pickin' Party, a bluegrass live music series at Percy Warner Park running May through September
  • Taste of Bellevue, a fall gathering at the Ford Ice Center with local restaurant samples and live entertainment
  • Bellevue Community Picnic, an annual festival with carnival rides, live music and fireworks

Percy Warner Park has miles of trails and greenways to explore.
Percy Warner Park has miles of trails and greenways to explore.
You can browse nature exhibits at the Percy Warner Nature Center.
You can browse nature exhibits at the Percy Warner Nature Center.
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Rolling River is not too far from Interstate 40.
Rolling River is not too far from Interstate 40.

Head around the Harpeth River to connect to Interstate 40

Because you're tucked into a bend of the Harpeth River, getting to Interstate 40 takes a little longer than it does from other parts of Bellevue. Downtown Nashville is about 17 miles away, usually a 30-minute drive. Head 30 minutes the other way and you'll reach the city of Franklin.

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Airport

Nashville International

38 min drive

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
340
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,128
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,500
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,500
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,500

Demographics

Total Population
716
Median Age
47
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$131,090
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$153,738

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
57%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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