Updated September 2026
Living in East Nashville
“The Creative Heart of Music City”
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Walk Score
72/100
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The quick answer
East Nashville sits across the Cumberland River from downtown, where the Five Points corridor strings together indie coffee shops, record stores, vintage boutiques and independent restaurants. Housing runs from renovated craftsman bungalows to new-construction townhomes, with Shelby Park at the edge. It tends to fit buyers who want character and a porch over conformity.
What you'll see in East Nashville
The details from our firsthand video tours — so you get the read whether or not you press play.
East Nashville (Five Points) neighborhood tour
A walking tour of East Nashville, centered on the Five Points area, covering home prices, housing styles, walkability, and everyday conveniences. The neighborhood features a mix of character homes and modern construction, along with restaurants and coffee shops. The tour walks through three price points to show what homes cost in the area: roughly $500,000, $975,000, and $2.4 million (as stated in our tour video, published February 2026). It also touches on the area from an investor's perspective and on considerations for buyers relocating from out of state.
- Centered on the Five Points area of East Nashville
- Housing stock includes both character homes and modern construction
- Walkable, with local restaurants and coffee shops
- The tour shows what roughly $500,000 buys in East Nashville (as stated in our tour video, published February 2026)
- The tour shows what roughly $975,000 buys in East Nashville (as stated in our tour video, published February 2026)
- The tour shows what roughly $2.4 million buys in East Nashville (as stated in our tour video, published February 2026)
- Includes a segment on the area from an investor's perspective
- Addresses what out-of-state buyers should know before relocating
What price points does the East Nashville tour cover?
The tour walks through three price tiers, showing what a home at roughly $500,000, $975,000, and $2.4 million looks like in East Nashville (as stated in our tour video, published February 2026).
What kinds of homes are in East Nashville?
The housing mix includes character homes and modern construction. The tour also walks the Five Points area to show walkability and nearby restaurants and coffee shops.
Does the tour cover East Nashville for investors and out-of-state buyers?
Yes. It includes a segment on the area from an investor's perspective and covers what buyers relocating from out of state should know before making a move.
Prices and figures above are as stated in our tour video, published February 2026. List and builder prices change; call 615-265-1000 for current numbers with their source and date.
Neighborhood Guide
Complete Guide to East Nashville, Nashville
East Nashville is the soul of Nashville's creative scene. Separated from downtown by the Cumberland River, this neighborhood has transformed over the past 20 years into a well-known creative district. The streets of Five Points are lined with indie coffee shops, record stores, vintage boutiques, and James Beard-nominated restaurants. Real estate ranges from beautifully renovated craftsman bungalows to sleek new-construction townhomes. Its mix of music, food and older housing gives it a character of its own. If you want character over conformity — walkable strips, live music, and a bungalow with a porch — East Nashville will feel like home.
Questions people ask about East Nashville
Where is East Nashville?
East Nashville is the part of the city on the far side of the Cumberland River from downtown — close enough to see the skyline, separate enough to have its own everything. Five Points is the corner most people mean when they use the name: independent coffee shops, record stores, vintage boutiques and restaurants, block after block.
The housing is craftsman bungalows with porches, with newer townhomes filling in between them, and Shelby Park and the riverside sit on the southern side. The western edge is where the East Bank redevelopment is happening — a new Nissan Stadium, Oracle's campus and The Fallon Company's Eastpoint neighborhood — and that is the project most directly reshaping this side of the river.
How far is East Nashville from downtown Nashville?
One river. East Nashville is separated from downtown by the Cumberland, so the distance is a bridge rather than a commute, and the two have been growing toward each other for years — the East Bank redevelopment on the neighborhood's western edge is happening on the ground between them.
That said, East Nashville covers a lot of ground, and the trip from Five Points is not the trip from the far side of Shelby Park. People buying here usually choose the street before they choose the drive, so ask us to drive the actual route at the hour you would actually be driving it.
What is there to do in East Nashville?
The Five Points corridor is the short answer — independent restaurants and bars, record stores and vintage shops, with live music close at hand rather than staged for visitors. It is why the neighborhood is known as one of Tennessee's creative districts rather than a place that borrowed the label.
Beyond the strips, Shelby Park and the riverside give the neighborhood its outdoor half. The streets themselves are part of it too: craftsman bungalows with porches, on blocks where people actually use them.
How do I check schools and crime data for East Nashville, Nashville?
We don't rate schools and we don't characterize any area as safe or otherwise — those are your calls to make, from the official record, and an agent who makes them for you is doing you a disservice. What we will do is hand you the primary sources and get out of the way.
Zoning is set by address, not by neighborhood name, so the district's own school-locator tool is the only answer that holds for the specific house you're looking at. Our sources page links the Tennessee Department of Education report card, the district lookups, and the official crime-data portals, with no commentary from us on any of them.
What's changing in East Nashville
Updated July 2026The East Bank Development
Nashville is redeveloping 550 acres of its East Bank riverfront across the river from downtown, anchored by a new Nissan Stadium, Oracle's multi-billion-dollar tech campus, and The Fallon Company's "Eastpoint" mixed-use neighborhood — among the largest urban redevelopment efforts in the city's history and the project most directly reshaping the western edge of East Nashville.
The East Bank is a roughly 550-acre district along the Cumberland River, directly opposite downtown Nashville, that Metro government is redeveloping over the coming decades. After the Metro Planning Commission adopted the "Imagine East Bank" vision plan in October 2022, the Metro Council unanimously approved a Master Developer Agreement with Boston-based The Fallon Company in April 2024 to develop 30 acres of Metro-owned land. In June 2024 the Council established the East Bank Development Authority to oversee the public land and infrastructure. That initial 30-acre Metro-owned area is branded "Eastpoint."
The Fallon Company and Nashville-based Elmington Capital broke ground on the first Eastpoint building, Eastpoint Flats, in late May 2026. It is a 100% affordable residential building with 323 units on a 99-year ground lease with Metro, plus an 8,420-square-foot childcare facility and 12,600 square feet of retail; completion is targeted for 2029. The broader Eastpoint plan is described by Fallon as a multi-phase, multi-billion-dollar mixed-use neighborhood. A second Eastpoint site, Parcel C, sits closest to the new stadium and is planned to include an approximately 600-key full-service hotel, about 50,000 square feet of multi-level retail, and a 1.5-acre central plaza; the developer projects groundbreaking there in 2027.
The district's two largest anchors are the new Nissan Stadium and Oracle's corporate campus. The new enclosed Titans stadium, a roughly $2.1 billion project funded by Metro, the State of Tennessee and the Titans, is under construction on Metro-owned waterfront land with completion reported for February 2027. To the north, in the River North area, Oracle controls roughly 70 to 80 acres for a campus that has grown into a projected investment of about $4.5 billion — among the largest economic-development commitments in Tennessee history. The master plan calls for roughly 2.7 million square feet of office, retail and hospitality space, including a Nobu hotel, with capacity reported for about 8,500 employees by 2031. Demolition and site-clearing permits were issued in early 2026, moving Oracle from planning into construction. Supporting infrastructure includes the planned East Bank Boulevard connector and a new pedestrian bridge.
For relocating buyers, the East Bank matters because it sits immediately across the river from the established East Nashville neighborhoods along Main Street and Gallatin Avenue. The corridor that has long defined East Nashville's walkable, restaurant-and-music character is now bordered by an active multi-decade construction zone bringing a stadium, a major employer, thousands of housing units (including dedicated affordable housing), parks and new river crossings. Buyers evaluating the area should weigh long construction timelines, traffic and road changes around the stadium, and the fact that most of the district is still years from completion. All figures here come from Metro Nashville, the developers and local reporting; this is a factual snapshot of what is being built, not a forecast of effects on any home's value.
- Total district size
- About 550 acres along the Cumberland River; the initial Metro-owned area (Eastpoint) is 30 acres
- Master developer
- The Fallon Company (Master Developer Agreement approved by Metro Council, April 2024)
- Eastpoint Flats
- 323 affordable units + 8,420 sq ft childcare + 12,600 sq ft retail; broke ground late May 2026, completion targeted 2029
- Eastpoint Parcel C
- ~600-key full-service hotel, ~50,000 sq ft multi-level retail, 1.5-acre central plaza; groundbreaking projected 2027
- Oracle campus
- ~70-80 acres, projected ~$4.5B investment, ~2.7M sq ft office/retail/hospitality, Nobu hotel, ~8,500 jobs by 2031
- New Nissan Stadium
- ~$2.1B project on Metro waterfront land; completion reported for February 2027
- Status
- Active construction/site clearing in 2026; multi-phase buildout over the next several years
What's New to Eat, Drink & Shop in East Nashville
Updated September 2026East Nashville added a run of new dining, drinking, and retail spots across 2024–2026, concentrated along the Gallatin Pike/Avenue and Main Street corridors and in Inglewood, Five Points, and Riverside Village. Several more, including a rooftop cocktail bar and a resale clothing store, have been announced for later in 2026.
Open-air gathering space at 3104 Gallatin Pike built from stacked shipping containers, with covered seating, a rooftop deck, and rotating food vendors. Tenants have included Pizza Lolo, The Pepper Pott, Chivanada, Katrin Taqueria, and Retrograde Coffee, alongside Birdie's wine bar and the outdoor cocktail bar Fortunate Sun.
Grocery / Food hall · opened March 2026
A location of the Nashville hot chicken chain at 1206 Gallatin Ave, in a converted laundromat. It has a 3,200-square-foot dining room, a 1,400-square-foot patio, and a 2,500-square-foot hangar-style back space used for events and live entertainment, plus on-site parking.
Restaurant · opened June 2026
Hot chicken restaurant and bar at 1016 Woodland St in Five Points, from the Nashville-based Party Fowl group. It serves hot chicken, sandwiches, and frozen cocktails.
Restaurant · opened 2026
Cafe at 4602 Gallatin Pike serving house-made chai and coffee. The property includes a large backyard with a playground, a chalkboard wall, a sand play zone, and a fenced area for dogs.
Coffee · opened June 2026
Bar at 1008 Gallatin Ave, opened in 2018 by Ben Clemons and Corey Ladd and now owned by Working Man Ventures (Jacob Forth, Steve Perdue, and Edward Lipnickas), whose partners joined as co-owners in March 2026 before taking over. The kitchen, led by chef John Humphries, serves a tropical barbecue menu, and the space added a pool table and darts alongside its tropical-themed bar.
Bar / Brewery · open as of September 2026
Greek street-food franchise at 3701 Gallatin Pike, Suite C in Inglewood, serving rotisserie gyros, souvlaki, bowls, Greek salads, and baklava. Operated by franchisee Jordan Nari.
Restaurant · opened January 2026
Romance-focused bookstore at 604 Gallatin Ave from owner Tonya Pineda, with shelves organized by subgenre. It grew out of a mobile pop-up and hosts a monthly book club and other events.
Retail · opened January 2026
Chinese American takeout counter at 1404 McGavock Pike in Riverside Village from Gracie Nguyen and Chad Newton of You Are Here Hospitality, the team behind East Side Banh Mi. It occupies the former Castrillo's Pizza space and is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, with a few sit-down counter seats.
Restaurant · opened December 2025
California-based hot dog, sausage, and burger franchise at 908 Main Street, with cocktail service. The menu includes smash burgers, handmade sausages, fried chicken, plant-based options, and breakfast burritos. Operated by franchise owner Michael Deak.
Restaurant · opened late 2025
Inglewood location of the Nashville pub group at 3701 Gallatin Pike, with a 36-tap bar, a large covered dog-friendly patio with TVs, and a burger-focused menu. It serves brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and hosts team trivia on Tuesdays.
Bar / Brewery · opened July 2025
Cafe with an attached indoor play space at 823 Woodland St, Suite D, in the former Crying Wolf space, from founder Brittney Farrow. It serves specialty drinks and a small nut-free food menu with pastries from local bakers, and offers monthly memberships and drop-in sessions.
Coffee · opened July 2025
Fast-casual counter at 975 Main St serving made-from-scratch salads, grain bowls, and wraps with seasonal produce and house-made dressings. It is open daily.
Restaurant · opened 2024
Bar planned for 311 Gallatin Ave at the edge of Five Points, from Kylee McCoy, Angel Bond, and Shauna McCoy, who co-founded Donut Distillery. Plans call for a dance floor, light bites, a late-night menu, and programming featuring local artists, with hours from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Bar / Brewery · opening summer 2026
Craft cocktail and dining concept from Icon Entertainment & Hospitality planned for 2105 Greenwood Ave, next to the group's Schulman's. Plans call for a rooftop with a full bar, food service, and views of East Nashville.
Bar / Brewery · opening summer 2026
Resale clothing retailer renovating the former King Baby Studio building at 1004 Gallatin Ave for its second Nashville store. The Arizona-based company buys, sells, and trades used clothing, shoes, and accessories.
Retail · opening fall 2026
Ramen operation planning its first brick-and-mortar storefront at 604 Gallatin Ave, with a small bar, additional ramen bowls, and more appetizers. An opening date has not been announced; the team has been running pop-ups and kitchen takeovers in the meantime.
Restaurant · opening 2026
New York City's Veselka, a Ukrainian restaurant established in 1954 and now operated by the founder's grandson, runs a kitchen inside Lakeside Lounge at 921 Woodland St, its first location outside New York. The kitchen is open daily like the bar and serves pierogi, chicken schnitzel, and borscht, with dipping sauces including a borscht barbecue sauce; Justin Birchard is the company's COO.
Restaurant · opened August 2026
Bar and live-music venue at 1112 Woodland St in East Nashville from Emily Dryburgh and Sumedha Sagar, with Jamie Dryburgh. It has two stages for live music, dance parties, and trivia nights, with programming aimed at the local queer community.
Bar / Brewery · opened August 2026
Soft-serve ice cream shop at 1101 Chapel Ave in East Nashville serving vanilla, chocolate, and a signature blueberry soft serve in house-made waffle cones with customizable toppings.
Restaurant · opened July 2026
What East Nashville Is Known For
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Choosing an agent in Nashville
How do you choose a real estate agent for East Nashville?
East Nashville is one of Nashville's in-town neighborhoods. Here's how to evaluate an agent for it — what to verify, what to ask, and where our team's Nashville track record fits.
Choosing a real estate agent in Nashville, TN: our answerFAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About East Nashville
How much do homes cost in East Nashville?
We do not publish a single median for East Nashville; ask us for live comparables. Prices vary widely depending on whether you're looking at renovated historic homes, new construction, or condos, so our team pulls live, address-level comparable sales, with their source and date, before any offer — we don't predict where prices head next.
What is East Nashville in Nashville known for?
East Nashville is known for its artsy, eclectic character. Studios, galleries, dive bars and independent restaurants across Five Points and the blocks around it. We share what the area is and isn't so you can decide whether it fits your day-to-day.
Is East Nashville a good place to live?
"Good" depends on your priorities, and that's a personal decision our team doesn't make for you. Here are the objective facts to weigh: East Nashville has a artsy, eclectic character and a Walk Score of 72 out of 100. We'll walk you through the trade-offs — commute, housing stock, and day-to-day access — so you can decide whether it fits.
How walkable is East Nashville?
East Nashville has a Walk Score of 72 out of 100. East Nashville is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A car is helpful for most trips.
How do I choose a real estate agent in East Nashville?
Screen any agent on five things: an active Tennessee license, closings in and around East Nashville in the last 12 months, a written disclosure of what representation will cost you, references from recent clients you can call, and video or other proof that they know these streets. Our case, for the record: Will Johnson is a 14-year U.S. Army veteran (Major), licensed in Tennessee since 2013, and The Will Johnson Team (eXp Realty) is rated 5.0 on Google, is RealTrends Verified 2026, and closed $27.7M across 64 transactions in the last 12 months (as of 2026). Call 615-265-1000; the first conversation carries no obligation.
Choosing a real estate agent in Nashville, TN: our answerShould I buy in East Nashville or a neighboring area?
It depends on your priorities. East Nashville stands out for its artsy, eclectic atmosphere. Our team can help you compare East Nashville with similar Nashville neighborhoods based on your specific needs — call us at 615-265-1000 for a personalized recommendation.
How does East Nashville compare to Germantown?
We built a side-by-side breakdown of East Nashville and Germantown — housing, walk score, and lifestyle character — so you can weigh them on the facts rather than the hype. It's a question we hear often, and our team can talk through which fits your priorities. Call 615-265-1000.
Compare East Nashville vs GermantownWhere is East Nashville?
East Nashville is the part of the city on the far side of the Cumberland River from downtown — close enough to see the skyline, separate enough to have its own everything. Five Points is the corner most people mean when they use the name: independent coffee shops, record stores, vintage boutiques and restaurants, block after block. The housing is craftsman bungalows with porches, with newer townhomes filling in between them, and Shelby Park and the riverside sit on the southern side. The western edge is where the East Bank redevelopment is happening — a new Nissan Stadium, Oracle's campus and The Fallon Company's Eastpoint neighborhood — and that is the project most directly reshaping this side of the river.
How far is East Nashville from downtown Nashville?
One river. East Nashville is separated from downtown by the Cumberland, so the distance is a bridge rather than a commute, and the two have been growing toward each other for years — the East Bank redevelopment on the neighborhood's western edge is happening on the ground between them. That said, East Nashville covers a lot of ground, and the trip from Five Points is not the trip from the far side of Shelby Park. People buying here usually choose the street before they choose the drive, so ask us to drive the actual route at the hour you would actually be driving it.
What is there to do in East Nashville?
The Five Points corridor is the short answer — independent restaurants and bars, record stores and vintage shops, with live music close at hand rather than staged for visitors. It is why the neighborhood is known as one of Tennessee's creative districts rather than a place that borrowed the label. Beyond the strips, Shelby Park and the riverside give the neighborhood its outdoor half. The streets themselves are part of it too: craftsman bungalows with porches, on blocks where people actually use them.
How do I check schools and crime data for East Nashville, Nashville?
We don't rate schools and we don't characterize any area as safe or otherwise — those are your calls to make, from the official record, and an agent who makes them for you is doing you a disservice. What we will do is hand you the primary sources and get out of the way. Zoning is set by address, not by neighborhood name, so the district's own school-locator tool is the only answer that holds for the specific house you're looking at. Our sources page links the Tennessee Department of Education report card, the district lookups, and the official crime-data portals, with no commentary from us on any of them.
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East Nashville at a Glance
Price Range
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Walk Score
72/100
Vibe
Artsy, Eclectic
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By Will Johnson & The Will Johnson Team
Will Johnson leads The Will Johnson Team at eXp Realty, serving buyers and sellers across Middle Tennessee — East Nashville, Nashville, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Sumner County, Brentwood, Franklin, Mount Juliet, Murfreesboro and the surrounding communities. A U.S. Army veteran who served 14 years and rose to the rank of Major, and a former ICU nurse and nurse anesthetist (CRNA) who graduated with a 4.0 from MTSA, he has been licensed in Tennessee since 2013 (license #330494); in the last 12 months (as of 2026) the team has closed $27.7 million in volume across 64 transactions. The team holds a 5.0 rating on Google and Zillow, is RealTrends Verified 2026, has been featured as an expert source by CBS MoneyWatch and Bottom Line Personal, and can be reached at 615-265-1000.
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