Living in Bordeaux, Nashville TN: Homes Across the Cumberland

What is Bordeaux in Nashville, TN? Bordeaux is a neighborhood in northwest Nashville, just across the Cumberland River from North Nashville and about 5 miles from downtown. It is known for rolling hills, mid-century brick homes on large lots, river views in spots, and a growing amount of new construction.

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What Bordeaux Is Like

Bordeaux got its name in 1886, when Dr. M.O. Randall, a dentist, said the area reminded him of the part of France where he had once practiced. The community grew up around the Hydes Ferry crossing on Hardins Bend, and Clarksville Pike later became the main route through it. Today you will find brick ranches and split-levels from the 1950s through the 1970s, older farmhouses, and newer subdivisions and townhomes.

Clarksville Pike and Buena Vista Pike carry most of the traffic into downtown, and Briley Parkway and I-24 are close. The Cumberland River wraps around much of the area, and Ted Rhodes Golf Course and the riverfront greenway are nearby for time outside.

Bordeaux Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions About Bordeaux

Where is Bordeaux in Nashville?

Bordeaux is in northwest Nashville, just across the Cumberland River from North Nashville and about 5 miles from downtown. Clarksville Pike runs through it, and Whites Creek is to the north.

How did Bordeaux get its name?

In 1886, Dr. M.O. Randall, a dentist, named the area Bordeaux because it reminded him of the part of France where he had once practiced.

What schools serve Bordeaux?

On the Metro Nashville Public Schools 2026-27 zone finder, a Bordeaux address checked on Buena Vista Pike is zoned to Cumberland Elementary, Haynes Middle, and Whites Creek High. Bordeaux covers a large area, so other streets may be zoned differently. Zones can change and some streets split, so confirm with MNPS for a specific address.

What kind of homes are in Bordeaux?

Most homes are brick ranches and split-levels from the 1950s through the 1970s, often on larger lots. There are also older farmhouses, newer subdivisions, and townhomes.

How far is Bordeaux from downtown Nashville?

About 5 miles. Most people take Clarksville Pike or Buena Vista Pike, and I-24 and Briley Parkway are close by.

How much do homes in Bordeaux cost?

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

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Bordeaux?

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 Bordeaux right now, or what your home could list for, call or text me at (615) 585-0022.

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