Charlotte Park is the neighborhood I point people to when they love The Nations and Sylvan Park but want a little more house, or a little more yard, for the money.
It's in west Nashville in the 37209 ZIP code, about seven miles northwest of downtown. The Nations sits to the east, and the Cumberland River wraps around its north and west edges.
What it's like to live in Charlotte Park
It has a relaxed, residential feel. Most of the activity is along Charlotte Pike, which has shopping, restaurants and everyday errands, and I-40 is close by.
It's mostly car-dependent (Redfin gives it a Walk Score of 32). For the outdoors there's the Richland Creek Greenway, McCabe Park's golf course nearby, the neighborhood park, and a marina on the river.
The homes
The original homes are mostly mid-century ranches and other postwar houses, many on decent-sized lots.
New construction keeps spreading west from The Nations, so you'll find new builds and HPRs next to original ranches. Of these five neighborhoods, Charlotte Park had the lowest median price per square foot in Redfin's latest numbers, which is a big part of its appeal.
Who Charlotte Park fits
- Buyers priced out of The Nations or Sylvan Park
- First-time buyers who want a yard
- Buyers who'd update a solid mid-century ranch
- Investors looking for value in a changing area
What to check before you buy in Charlotte Park
Look up the flood map.
With the Cumberland River on two sides and Richland Creek nearby, some addresses are in mapped flood zones. Check FEMA's flood map for the exact address and get an insurance quote early.
Know what's planned nearby.
Charlotte Park is still changing. Metro's planning and zoning maps show proposed developments, which can matter a lot for what's next to you in five years.
Compare like with like.
A renovated ranch, an original ranch and a new build can sit side by side at very different prices. Compare price per square foot within the same type of home.
Schools here are part of Metro Nashville Public Schools. Zoning lines change, so confirm the zoned schools for any address directly with the district before you make an offer.
For investors
Lower price per square foot and lots of original ranches make Charlotte Park popular for renovations and rentals. Watch nearby sales closely, since values can vary a lot from one street to the next, and check permits and zoning on the exact address.
My free Nashville Investor Intel tool flags permit activity and short-term rental eligibility, and you can join my off-market deal list.
Charlotte Park FAQ
Where is Charlotte Park in Nashville?
In west Nashville in the 37209 ZIP code, about seven miles northwest of downtown, just west of The Nations, with the Cumberland River on its north and west edges.
Is Charlotte Park cheaper than The Nations?
In Redfin's latest data, Charlotte Park's median price per square foot was about $285, lower than The Nations at about $328. Prices vary a lot by home type and street.
Is Charlotte Park in a flood zone?
Some addresses are, given the nearby Cumberland River and Richland Creek, and many aren't. Check FEMA's flood map for the exact address before you buy.
Thinking about Charlotte Park?
Tell me what you're looking for. I'll set up a search that texts you new Charlotte Park homes the day they hit, and let you know about off-market ones when I hear about them. No pressure, and no cost to ask.
This page is general information for educational purposes only. Market figures are from Redfin for the period shown, cover a small number of sales and change often. Neighborhood boundaries vary by source. Confirm school zoning with Metro Nashville Public Schools, flood zones with FEMA, and zoning, historic overlays and short-term rental eligibility with Metro Nashville for any specific address. Grant Beauchamp and The Wilson Group make no representations or warranties about any property, school or neighborhood. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Sources: Redfin Charlotte Park housing market.
Related: Buying new construction in Nashville. How to estimate Nashville property taxes. All neighborhoods.