East Nashville/Five Points

East Nashville has undergone extreme revitalization over the last decade, drawing a lot of attention to an assortment of newcomers who enjoy a laid-back community and culture. East Nashvillians choose to live in this area because of the neighborly environment, city-like feel, while also having the option to explore nature at their local Shelby Park. You will see many young, hip adults and families, shopping at the local boutiques, drinking some of the best coffee in Nashville at the local coffee shops, or ordering a craft beer from one of the many thriving local breweries. Residents of East Nashville love their little corner of the city so much that they even wear the dominant zip code — 37206 — as a badge of pride. It’s not surprising to see bumper stickers, t-shirts, or other local merch giving a shout-out to these 5 digits. In East, you can find all types of properties including houses, townhouses, duplexes, and small apartments. When scouting out homes, it’s important to note that the east side is actually home to a number of sub-neighborhoods such as Lockeland Springs, McFerrin Park, and Historic Edgefield.

Local Favorites & Things to do

  • Shelby Park
  • The Pharmacy Burger
  • Hunter’s Station
  • Shep’s Deli
  • Five Points Pizza
  • Butcher & Bee
  • Ugly Mugs
  • Frothy Monkey
  • Margot Cafe
  • Smith & Lentz Brewing and Pizza
  • East Nashville Beer Works

Schools

Since East Nashville encompasses such a large swath of the city, there are a lot of different schools located in the neighborhood. The east end as a whole is divided into the Maplewood and Stratford clusters, with several dozen schools spread throughout. While students in Lockeland Springs might attend Ross Elementary School, Bailey Middle School and Stratford Comp High School, students in McFerrin Park would attend Glenn Elementary, Jere Baxter Middle School and Maplewood Comp High School.