Recording artists rub shoulders with locals just south of downtown
Since 2017, the 23-foot-tall white wings off 11th Avenue have been a go-to photo op location in the Gulch. Visitors pose in front of the mural before stopping in for brunch at Milk & Honey, and bluegrass bands play nightly at The Station Inn. In Music City, USA, it’s not uncommon to see famous recording artists on the street, but Nashvillians know how to play it cool. “Nashville, in general, is the type of place where you might run into a celebrity,” says Lisa Peebles, a Realtor with Fridrich & Clark Realty who’s been in the business since 2005. “But TMZ is not lurking around a park bench to snap a photo,” she adds. Here, it’s easy to spot who’s a local and who’s from out of town — “If you fanboy with a famous person, it's a sort of announcement that you don't live here,” adds Jana Brown, a Realtor with Place, Inc. Biking trails and a free public bus system make it easy to get from the Gulch to downtown attractions like The Country Music Hall of Fame, less than a mile away. Whereas tourists often prefer to spend their time on lower Broadway, Peebles describes The Gulch as “The place where locals go to play.” It’s an eclectic combination of restaurants, guitar stores, boutiques, music venues and luxury condominium communities — most importantly, it’s continuing to grow.
Legendary Station Inn hosts nightly music performances.
The Gulch is home to the famous Gibson Guitar Showroom.
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The Famous Thirdman Records is located in the Gulch neighborhood.
Upscale steak dinners, record stores and cowboy boots
“You could eat at a different restaurant every night of the week — or month. There’s so many,” says Peebles, pointing to favorites like Saint Anejo, known for its tequila selection, and STK Steakhouse, best for special occasions. There’s also The Pub, a more casual eatery that hosts weekly trivia night and serves staples like fish & chips and shepherd’s pie. “If you’re looking for a curated sort of experience where you don’t just go to a chain store there’s a lot really good boutiques,” adds Peebles. Shopping in The Gulch also means passing by large-scale murals like the famous white wings, the candy hearts on 8th Avenue and the “Hear This” ear on Gleaves Street. Along with a collection of vinyls and turntables, Third Man Records has a 1947 Voice-o-Graph. Choose from a selection of cowboy boots at Nashville Boot Co., or test out an instrument at Carter Vintage Guitars. Locals shop for groceries at Whole Foods on Broadway, and there’s also a Publix at Captial View.
Dog-friendly luxury condos
Although The Gulch is mostly commercial, prospective buyers will find a mix of condo options; Nashville is a dog city, and Peebles notes that most communities are pet friendly. One-bedroom units in luxury buildings hover around $500,000, whereas two-bedroom units start in the high $600,000s and sometimes even sell for upwards of $1 million. Ceilings are high, city views are often part of the deal, and many condos like ICON and Twelve Twelve have their own pools, community clubhouses and fitness centers. HOA fees vary but can sometimes surpass $900 monthly. “In my logo [for the website Nashvillehighrisecondos.com] is a crane. That’s the one constant about The Gulch. We’re just growing like crazy. We like to joke that the state bird is the construction crane,” says Peebles. Pullman at Gulch Union is a recent example, a mixture of apartments, offices and retail.
Icon In the Gulch has the iconic urban living environment experience near downtown Nashville.
Enjoy an elegant modern one, two or three-bedroom apartment at Albion.
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Legendary Station Inn hosts nightly music performances.
Famous music venues, art museums and outdoor markets
The Station Inn, a music venue that first opened in the 1970s is integral to The Gulch. “Station Inn is like the hallowed grounds of bluegrass,” says Peebles. “They wouldn’t dare tear it down. You never know who you’ll run into playing on that stage. It doesn’t look like much from the outside… and yet…” There’s also Rudy’s Jazz Room, with an interior and menu reminiscent of Prohibition-era New Orleans. Frist Art Museum on Broadway hosts yoga in the courtyard on warm Thursday nights and there’s free admission for visitors under 18 on the second Sunday afternoon of every month. Locals can also look forward to The Gulch Night Market, which sets up shop in Noble Park on several evenings throughout the year; expect live music, dozens of vendors and dogs; owners are welcome to bring along their four-legged companions. There are also regular movie nights in Noble Park, and The Gumbo Bros, a local Cajun restaurant, provides Po’Boys.
The Gulch Has a neighborhood dog park.
Gulch dog park and a city greenway
Along with Noble Park, The Gulch is also home to its very own dog park. It’s become a place for neighbors — and their four-legged companions — to socialize, and murals adorn the fencing. Centennial Park, known for its to-scale replica of the Parthenon and paved walking trails, also isn’t too far away. Peebles points to the city’s extensive greenway system, specifically The Gulch Greenway, which carries neighborhood cyclists and walkers to the new Frankie Pierce Park.
A public magnet high school with an Academy of Entertainment
Students in The Gulch can enroll in public magnet schools like Jones Paideia Elementary Magnet School, John Early Middle and Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High, all of which earned C-minuses from the educational review site, Niche. Pearl-Cohn students have the choice between the Academy of Entertainment Industry where they can take classes in audio and visual production, or the Academy of Health Science & Personal Care where pathways include cosmetology and therapeutic services. Private options include the University School of Nashville, which earned an A-plus.
Jones Paideia Elementary Magnet School is located in the Germantown Neighborhood.
John Early Museum Magnet Middle School serves the residents of Nashville in grades 6-8.
University School of Nashville was the second high school in Nashville to desegregate.
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WeGo Public Transit up 11th Avenue
Nashville’s purple WeGo buses — and bus 17, specifically — run up 11th Avenue into the heart of the city, especially helpful on game days when traffic picks up towards Nissan Stadium. The WeGo Star, the city’s commuter rail, travels 30 miles from Lebanon all the way to Riverfront Station. Residents can reach Nashville International Airport via Interstate 40, and hospitals in the area include Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown and TriStar Centennial Medical Center. The Gulch has a CAP Index of 8, higher than the national average of 4; these numbers can be attributed to instances of larceny and motor vehicle theft.
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Pullman Gulch Union features 300 meticulously designed residences in the center of Nashville's vibrant Gulch neighborhood! With 24 unique floor plans and 2 distinct finish packages, Pullman Gulch Union offers turn-key modern living with a full Frigidaire appliance suite included, including gas cooking, manual solar shades, built-in closet systems, back-lit mirrors in all bathrooms, and deeded and
Pullman Gulch Union features 300 meticulously designed residences in the center of Nashville's vibrant Gulch neighborhood! With 24 unique floor plans and 2 distinct finish packages, Pullman Gulch Union offers turn-key modern living with a full Frigidaire appliance suite included, including gas cooking, manual solar shades, built-in closet systems, back-lit mirrors in all bathrooms, and deeded and
Pullman Gulch Union features 300 meticulously designed residences in the center of Nashville's vibrant Gulch neighborhood! With 24 unique floor plans and 2 distinct finish packages, Pullman Gulch Union offers turn-key modern living with a full Frigidaire appliance suite included, including gas cooking, manual solar shades, built-in closet systems, back-lit mirrors in all bathrooms, and deeded and
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Vibrant and unique, Pine Street Flats holds the standard for urban living in the heart of Nashville - the Gulch. The Gulch is a dynamic neighborhood located on the edge of Nashville's central business district. The neighborhood is a popular restaurant, shopping and entertainment destination consisting of a unique mix of local and national retailers, authentic music venues, and a locally owned
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,294
Median Age
34
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
4.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,162
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,973
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.9%
College Graduates
76.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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