Martin Luther King Junior Magnet- Pearl High School
Public · Grades 7–12
Nashville,
TN
North Nashville
Nashville,
TN
Neighborhoods
North Nashville
From Jubilee Hall to the Greenway, a neighborhood built on history, art, and community
About the Neighborhood
Living in North Nashville
North Nashville is an artsy neighborhood located north of Downtown Nashville. The area is home to the Buchanan Arts District, where you’ll find local shops, art studios, and galleries. North Nashville is easily accessible to the charming Germantown neighborhood, which features acclaimed restaurants, breweries, and community events. There are also a variety of restaurants along Buchanan Street and Jefferson Street, and historic buildings such as Fisk University’s Jubilee Hall. North Nashville is borderd by the Cumberland River, so there are plenty of green spaces and parks, like Ted Rhodes Park and the Cumberland River Greenway. If you’re looking to live in a charming community with easy access to nature and the arts, check out North Nashville.
HBCU Campuses
Buchanan Street
Musical Heritage
Real Estate
Market Overview
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
54
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
43
Bike Score
Somewhat Bikeable
48
Transit Score
Some Transit
Education
Schools
Head Middle
Public · Grades 6–8
Jones Elementary
Public · Grades PK–5
Purpose Prep
Charter · Grades K–5
Creswell Middle Prep School of the Arts
Public · Grades 6–8
Getting Around
Public Transit
Herman (Route 19)
Bus
Metrocenter (Route 9)
Bus
St. Cecilia - Cumberland (Route 42)
Bus
Thompson Wedgewood (Route 77)
Bus
Midtown (Route 75)
Bus
Bordeaux (Route 22)
Bus
Jefferson (Route 29)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is North Nashville located in Nashville?
North Nashville is located northwest of Downtown Nashville with the Cumberland River to the northeast and Interstate 40 to the south.
Is North Nashville a good neighborhood to live in Nashville?
North Nashville is a historic neighborhood situated a few miles northwest of the city center. Home to the Buchanan Arts District, Fisk University, and Tennessee State University, the community has a great mix of creativity and university life. North Nashville has plenty of smaller neighborhoods throughout the area, where you can find a mix of older single-family homes, newer townhouses, and apartment complexes. Residents have access to public transit along Buchanan St and major highways like I-40 and I-65. North Nashville features a variety of green spaces, like Ted Rhodes Park, which has access to the Cumberland River.
What is North Nashville, Nashville known for?
North Nashville is known for its art scene, location near the Cumberland River, and access to higher education such as Fisk University and Tennessee State University. The community is home to numerous local businesses, artisans, and restaurants, giving the area a small-town feel while remaining close to downtown Nashville.
How far is North Nashville from downtown Nashville?
North Nashville is located about 2 miles northwest of Downtown Nashville.
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