Living in Belmont-Hillsboro, Nashville TN: Historic Bungalows

What is Belmont-Hillsboro in Nashville, TN? Belmont-Hillsboro is a historic neighborhood about 2 miles southwest of downtown Nashville, between Hillsboro Village and 12 South. It is known for early 1900s bungalows and foursquares on tree-lined streets, and it sits right next to Belmont University.

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What Belmont-Hillsboro Is Like

Most of the homes here were built from about 1900 to the mid-1920s as the streetcar lines pushed south from downtown. Much of the neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and a Metro conservation overlay helps guide exterior changes, so the streets still look much like they did a century ago. You will find craftsman bungalows, American foursquares, some duplexes, and carefully designed infill.

Belmont University and the 1850s Belmont Mansion are on the north edge, Hillsboro Village and the Belcourt Theatre are to the west, and 12 South's shops and restaurants are to the east. Sevier Park and Fannie Mae Dees Park are both close, and downtown and Music Row are just a few minutes away.

Belmont-Hillsboro Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions About Belmont-Hillsboro

Where is Belmont-Hillsboro in Nashville?

Belmont-Hillsboro sits about 2 miles southwest of downtown, roughly between Hillsboro Village on the west and 12 South on the east, with Belmont University on its north edge.

What kind of homes are in Belmont-Hillsboro?

Most homes are craftsman bungalows and American foursquares built in the early 1900s. There are also duplexes and newer infill homes designed to fit the historic streetscape.

Is Belmont-Hillsboro a historic district?

Yes. Much of Belmont-Hillsboro is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and a Metro conservation overlay covers exterior changes like additions, new construction, and demolition. Check with Metro Historical Commission before planning major exterior work.

What schools serve Belmont-Hillsboro?

On the Metro Nashville Public Schools 2026-27 zone finder, a Belmont-Hillsboro address checked on Blair Boulevard is zoned to Eakin Elementary, West End Middle, and Hillsboro High. Zones can change and some streets split, so confirm with MNPS for a specific address.

What is near Belmont-Hillsboro?

You can walk or bike to Belmont University, Hillsboro Village, and 12 South, and Sevier Park and Fannie Mae Dees Park are both close by. Music Row and downtown are just a few minutes away by car.

How much do homes in Belmont-Hillsboro cost?

Prices vary a lot by street, size, and condition, so the most accurate answer is what's listed today. See current Belmont-Hillsboro listings and I can walk you through recent sales.

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Belmont-Hillsboro?

I'm Nik Shewmaker, a fifth-generation Nashville native, and I help buyers and sellers across Davidson County. If you want a straight answer on what's selling in Belmont-Hillsboro right now, or what your home could list for, call or text me at (615) 585-0022.

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