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12 South Neighborhood Guide Nashville, TN

About

12 South, located in Nashville, Tennessee, is a bustling neighborhood known for its chic boutiques, amazing eateries, and vibrant nightlife. It's nestled between Belmont Boulevard to the west and I-65 to the east, providing easy access to other parts of the city. This trendy district is home to a mix of architecturally unique residential houses and commercial businesses that attract locals and tourists alike. It's also known for its well-maintained parks, which offer a breath of fresh air in the urban environment.

What You Will Love About 12 South, Nashville, Tennessee

  • The community is very walkable, you'll enjoy strolling along the streets lined with a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
  • The ever-busy Sevier Park is a great place for picnics, workouts, or leisurely walks.
  • The thriving local arts scene is visible in street murals and art boutiques scattered around the neighborhood.
  • The food scene is diverse, providing a variety of culinary experiences from local bites to gourmet dining.

What’s Nearby

12 South is just a short drive from downtown Nashville, allowing residents to easily enjoy the city's famous music scene and nightlife. The nearby Belmont University and Vanderbilt University bring an energetic college town vibe. The district is also adjacent to the picturesque Music Row, renowned for its recording studios and music industry offices.

Lifestyle

12 South is a lively and energetic neighborhood that attracts young professionals, artists, and musicians. The lifestyle here is defined by a blend of urban excitement and laid-back southern charm, with a strong focus on the local music, arts, and food scenes. The community takes pride in its local businesses, supporting a vibrant local economy.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 229 restaurants, 18 grocery stores, and 17 parks within a mile of the 12 South neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Phyllis Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.3 miles

    2115 10th Ave S

  • GROCERY
    12 South Farmers Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store

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    0.4 miles

    3000 Granny White Pike

  • GROCERY
    Belmont Bi-Rite

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.6 miles

    3116 Belmont Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Osbornes

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.6 miles

    3116 Belmont Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Ace Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.7 miles

    808 Bradford Ave

  • GROCERY
    Publix

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.7 miles

    2223 8th Ave S

12 South Apartments and Rentals

91 Rental properties in 12 South, Nashville, TN.

  • 1609 Linden Avenue property

    $3,000

    1609 Linden Avenue

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1500 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Paris property

    $3,700

    Paris

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1200 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 1018 Acklen Avenue property

    $4,750

    1018 Acklen Avenue

    4 Beds • 4 Baths

    2210 Sqft

    Available 10/1

  • 829 South Douglas Ave. property

    $1,895

    829 South Douglas Ave.

    2 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    1420 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 1101 Clifton Lane property

    $2,550

    1101 Clifton Lane

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1200 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 215 Hillsboro Place property

    $1,995

    215 Hillsboro Place

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1167 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

91 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
5%
22.4%
utilities
16.9%
8.9%
food
1.3%
0.4%
transportation
3.5%
7.1%
healthcare
3.6%
8.3%

12 South Demographics

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12 South Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

81/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

61/100
Bike Score®

12 South Schools

91 Properties Available for Rent

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Green HillsNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,769
1%
The GulchNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,803
3%
MelroseNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
MidtownNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,754
25%
West EndNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,682
29%
GermantownNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$2,353
14%
Music RowNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Wedgewood - HoustonNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,080--
SoBroNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,790
11%
South NashvilleNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,173
29%
Green Hills - MidtownNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,719
21%
EdgehillNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,930--
Hillsboro - West EndNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,789
20%
Sylvan ParkNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Charlotte PikeNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Elliston PlaceNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,687--
VanderbiltNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
North NashvilleNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,986
6%
West NashvilleNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,426
48%
Downtown NashvilleNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,745
4%
West End ParkNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,474
3%
WhitebridgeNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Chestnut HillNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Watkins ParkNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,546
24%
WoodbineNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$955
2%
Sylvan HeightsNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$2,756
24%
Buena VistaNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
Urbandale NationsNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee$1,426--
MaxwellNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
GlencliffNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----
SalemtownNeighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee----