Tomorrow's Hope
New developments and mid-century homes to the west of campus
Most of the housing in Tomorrow's Hope lies to the west of TSU's campus. When it comes to single-family homes, prospective buyers will find a mix of ranch-styles, cottages and bungalows hovering between $250,000 for investment properties dating between the 1950s and '80s to upwards of $700,000 for fully-renovated homes. "I've been selling a lot of short-term rentals over there because of the zoning," Jamerson says, adding, "There is new construction happening, and developers are looking at lots to see how it can change." Multi-story single-families and townhouses in nearby growing communities like The Nations fall between $600,000 and $800,000, and one-bedroom units in luxury lofts can sell for upwards of $350,000.
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Cultural festivals, game days at 'The Hole' and experimental theater
September marks the African Street Festival in Hadley-Lillard Park, a multi-day free event where visitors can look forward to live gospel, dance exhibitions and vendors from around the city selling everything from beaded jewelry to colorful textiles. In April, the smell of barbeque fills the park during the Nashville Black Market Food Festival; although still in its infancy, the food fest has already become a beloved tradition in Music City. In Tomorrow's Hope, game days mean tailgating at TSU's Hale Stadium (known affectionately as "The Hole") or counting down the shot clock at the Gentry Center. There's also the tiny Barbershop Theater on Indiana Avenue, where resident companies put on small-scale musicals and experimental plays.
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Local drafts, hot dog stands and retail along Charlotte Pike
Just outside the neighborhood's boundaries there's Fat Bottom Brewing CO., where house-made pours include the Nitro Stout, known for its creamy, coffee-like flavor. Finish off a glass alongside a plate of loaded chicken nachos and a smash burger, or drive along Centennial Boulevard to reach Daddy's Dogs' bright yellow flagship location in The Nations. Here, hot dogs come with add-ons like mac and cheese, street corn and even cream cheese… a polarizing topping amongst locals. To the east is a Hadley Park staple called Swett's. "It's been there forever. Since the '50s," says Becca Cunningham, who works as an Area Sales Manager with Red Seal Realty. "It's historic – the type of place where Politicians go for lunch and shake hands." She also recommends Kingdom Café & Grill on Jefferson Street, where menu items include fried fish and sweet tea. Recent years have also seen quite a few changes along Charlotte Pike, a major thoroughfare to the south. Upscale vendors sit inside L&L Market, a renovated hosiery mill. Big-box grocery options include Kroger, K&S World Market and Aldi.
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Audio and visual production at Pearl Cohn High and Division I athletics at TSU
Non-college-aged students living in Tomorrow's Hope can attend public schools like Cockrill Elementary, which earned a C on the educational review site, Niche, before moving on to Mckissack Middle and Pearl Cohn Magnet High, both of which received C-minus grades. At Pearl Cohn, entertainment-specific pathways include audio and visual production, and interested students can seek dual enrollment opportunities at NOSSI College of Art. Tennessee State University is made up of nine separate colleges, including a school of engineering and liberal arts. According to Jeff Brown, owner of Black Lion Realty, Division I football and basketball teams remain a primary draw.
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City greenways and family reunions in local parks
Bisecting Boyd Park is the Boyd Park Greenway, a paved trail system popular amongst bicyclists, joggers and dog walkers. Inside the Hadley Park Community Center find a swimming pool, fitness equipment and a wall honoring writer and abolitionist Frederick Douglass, who — as legend has it — gave a speech on park grounds in 1873. Outdoor amenities in Hadley-Lillard Park include walking trails, baseball fields and picnic pavilions popular for family reunions. "On Saturdays, you'll drive around and see a family all wearing the same t-shirt," says Brown. There's always Centennial Park, famous for its to-scale replica of the Athenian Parthenon, about 3 miles southwest along the Charlotte Pike.
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Nashville International Airport and WeGo public transit downtown
"It's quick to get into North Nashville and downtown, so that's a big appeal for people over there," says Jamerson, pointing to the neighborhood's relative accessibility. The city's international airport is a 15-minute drive along Interstate 440, and attractions like the Musicians Hall of Fame and the Nashville Farmers' Market are about 4 miles away via Dr. Wallace South Davis Boulevard and Jefferson Street. Most residents rely on their own vehicles, but WeGo Public Transit — specifically the 19 Herman route — also provides passage downtown, stopping by Nashville General Hospital and Fisk University along the way.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Susana Valadez
Susana Valadez
Benchmark Realty, LLC
(931) 286-7427
47 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$365,000 Price
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Ann Small
Ann Small
Compass Tennessee, LLC
(629) 262-5258
52 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$674,996 Price
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Dan Pastor
Dan Pastor
Responds QuicklyWeichert REALTORS Advantage Plus
(865) 500-6125
152 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$415,000 Price
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Christian Lemere
Christian Lemere
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Mt. Juliet
(615) 813-2231
421 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$550,000 Price
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Gabriela Lira
Gabriela Lira
Responds QuicklyCompass RE
(615) 709-5170
252 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$610,900 Price
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Cameron Tucker
Cameron Tucker
Responds QuicklyParks Compass
(615) 703-8052
82 Total Sales
1 in Tomorrow's Hope
$428,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Volleyball
Hadley Park
Bordeaux Garden Park
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Trails
RH Boyd-Preston Taylor Park
Richland Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Gen. Clinton B Fisk Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Trails
McKissack Park
- Basketball
- Playground
England Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Ted Rhodes Golf Course
Transit
Tomorrow's Hope Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tomorrow's Hope, Nashville sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Tomorrow's Hope, Nashville over the last 12 months is $443,969, up 117% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$468,900
Median Sale Price
$443,969
Median Single Family Sale Price
$235,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$443,969
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
117%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
292
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1996
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,500
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,985
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,077
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,650 - $3,315 per month
- Livano Nations
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 645+ Sq Ft
- 4000 Doctor Walter S Davis Blvd
- Nashville, TN
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$1,149 - $1,849 per month
- Nations Landing
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 565+ Sq Ft
- 4404 Tennessee Ave
- Nashville, TN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,539
Median Age
28
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,412
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,949
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.9%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
59.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 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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