Living in Hermitage, TN: Homes Near Percy Priest Lake

What is Hermitage in Nashville, TN? Hermitage is a community in eastern Davidson County, part of Metro Nashville, about 12 miles east of downtown between Donelson and Mt. Juliet. It is named for Andrew Jackson's home, The Hermitage, and it offers a wide mix of subdivisions, many close to J. Percy Priest Lake.

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What Hermitage Is Like

Most of Hermitage was built from the 1970s on, so you will find a little of everything: brick ranches and split-levels, two-story homes in established subdivisions, townhomes, condos, and newer construction. Some neighborhoods sit right along the lake, and many subdivisions have an HOA, so it pays to check street by street.

J. Percy Priest Lake and its dam are the area's big outdoor draw, with boating, fishing, marinas, and greenway trails. The Hermitage, Andrew Jackson's home and museum, is right here, and Old Hickory Boulevard and Lebanon Pike have plenty of shopping and dining. I-40 runs through the area, and the WeGo Star commuter train stops at a Hermitage station on its way downtown.

Hermitage Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions About Hermitage

Is Hermitage, TN part of Nashville?

Yes. Hermitage has its own ZIP code and mailing name, but it is part of Metro Nashville and Davidson County, with Metro services and Metro Nashville Public Schools.

Where is Hermitage, TN?

Hermitage is in eastern Davidson County, about 12 miles east of downtown Nashville. Donelson is to the west, Old Hickory is to the north, and Mt. Juliet in Wilson County is to the east.

What schools serve Hermitage?

On the Metro Nashville Public Schools 2026-27 zone finder, a Hermitage address checked on Pine View Court is zoned to Tulip Grove Elementary, DuPont Tyler Middle, and McGavock High. Hermitage is large and is split among several school zones, so check each address. Zones can change and some streets split, so confirm with MNPS for a specific address.

Is Hermitage close to Percy Priest Lake?

Yes. J. Percy Priest Lake borders Hermitage on the south, with boat ramps, marinas, fishing, and greenway trails near the dam. Some neighborhoods are just minutes from the water.

How do you commute from Hermitage to downtown Nashville?

Most people drive I-40, which runs through Hermitage. The WeGo Star commuter train also has a Hermitage station with weekday service to downtown.

How much do homes in Hermitage cost?

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

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Hermitage?

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

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