About the neighborhood

Donelson / Hermitage offers a peaceful and quiet neighborhood with minimal street noise and low congestion. This community features a wide variety of housing types, including single detached homes, small apartment buildings, and townhouses. Construction dates mostly back to the early 1980s, providing homes with established character. Residents have access to approximately 20 grocery stores and several dining options, ensuring convenient daily needs. Educational opportunities include both public and private elementary and high schools. Parking is abundant, making vehicle travel convenient throughout the area. While green spaces are scattered, there are several parks nearby for recreation and relaxation within this tranquil setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

Donelson / Hermitage is particularly car friendly. It is very easy to access a parking spot. This part of Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance) is not very conducive to people who prefer to get around as pedestrians as few common errands can be run without a vehicle. Donelson / Hermitage is also not very appropriate for biking as riding is made arduous by the often sloping area, and the bicycling network is fairly poor.

Services

A car is often needed in Donelson / Hermitage to access one of approximately 30 grocery stores. There are also a few options for those who appreciate close by restaurants and cafes. When it comes to education, locals may consider it difficult to access high schools and primary schools without the need for a car. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

People who prefer a relaxed ambience will enjoy Donelson / Hermitage. Donelson / Hermitage is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Parks are sparse, resulting in them being rather difficult to access from a lot of locations in this part of Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance). Despite that, there are over 50 green spaces close by for residents to visit, such as Hermitage Park and Shelby Bottoms.

Car friendly9.2

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly2.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.4

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.4

Variety of groceries within a short drive