The Davidson County government has not been its own entity since it merged with the Nashville city government in 1963 become “Metro Nashville.†The county, however, has several distinct areas out side of the inner city of Nashville.
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Belle Meade, located right outside Nashville, not only has the highest per capita income in the state, but one of the highest in the nation. It is also home to the beautiful Belle Meade Plantation, which has been featured in many weddings.
Bellevue is located about 13 miles outside of Nashville. The area has been very popular for many years because of its proximity to Nashville.
Named after Antioch, Turkey, Antioch is a community featured in the southern region of Davidson County. The area is unique because of its diverse culture and proximity to Percy Warner Lake.
Hermitage serves as the divider between Mt. Juliet and Nashville. Named after Andrew Jackson’s Estate, The Hermitage, this area has had a dramatic increase in the last 30 years.
Home of the Grand Ole Opry House, Opry mills Mall and the Opryland hotel. This area a hot spot of entertainment. Closing in 2010 due to the Nashville flood, the area was renovated and reopened in 2012.
Named after the main street that runs through the community, 12 South has expanded beyond the central street to create a thriving neighborhood filled with various demographics and cultures. Almost every store or restaurant on this street is locally owned and locally supported by this community.
Between Old Hickory and Granny White, Forest Hills is a quality suburb of Nashville. The area is home to many of the cities private schools, as well as, Lipscomb University.