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Forest Hills

A secluded and elegant city of stately homes.

Property Listings

$19,700,000

6 bd 10 ba 8,223 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1801 Laurel Ridge Dr, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3031609

$5,890,000

5 bd 7 ba 7,709 Sq.Ft. For Sale

4514 Wayland Dr, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3080204

$4,999,000

4 bd 7 ba 6,817 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5915 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3041555

$4,995,000

5 bd 6 ba 7,268 Sq.Ft. For Sale

2803 Hemingway Dr, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3133900

$3,995,000

5 bd 6 ba 6,000 Sq.Ft. For Sale

35 Annandale, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 2970006

$3,890,000

7 bd 6 ba 11,309 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville, TN 37220

MLS®: 3112670

$3,499,000

5 bd 5 ba 6,540 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5543 Stanford Dr, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3011615

$3,499,000

5 bd 6 ba 6,023 Sq.Ft. For Sale

110 Balleroy Dr, Brentwood, TN 37027

MLS®: 3138981

$3,150,000

5 bd 5 ba 6,111 Sq.Ft. For Sale

2005 Otter Valley Ln, Nashville, TN 37215

MLS®: 3124443

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Welcome to Forest Hills

Forest Hills, Tennessee, is a secluded and elegant city of stately homes and wooded landscapes, offering a serene lifestyle within reach of Nashville.

Key Details

The Neighbors

Forest Hills is a small residential city in Davidson County, with a population around 4,800–5,000 people. It's known for spacious, wooded lots and thoughtfully designed homes, offering a serene and private living environment

The Lifestyle

The area emphasizes peaceful living with limited walkability and few municipal amenities; residents enjoy the natural setting and retreat-like solitude while being within an easy drive of Nashville. It’s a place to embrace green surroundings and architectural character, such as the historic Tudor-style Richard E. Martin House.

The Market

Real estate values are high, with median home prices ranging from approximately $894,200 to over $1.14 million. The average household income is among the region’s highest—around $250,000 median, with some estimates placing average household income closer to $391,000 Point2Homes. Homeownership rates are exceptionally high—around 98%—and nearly all housing is detached, single-family.

The Appeal

Forest Hills offers a tranquil, rural-feeling enclave while still residing within Davidson County near Nashville. It boasts low population density, wooded landscapes, and historic architectural charm—ideal for those seeking calm, privacy, and prestige.

If You Do One Thing.

Richard E. Martin House

While there’s limited commercial activity within city limits, architecture enthusiasts will appreciate exploring the Richard E. Martin House, a notable Tudor Revival mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Overview for Forest Hills, TN

4,802 people live in Forest Hills, where the median age is 49.4 and the average individual income is $151,654. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,802

Total Population

49.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$151,654

Average individual Income

Around Forest Hills, TN

There's plenty to do around Forest Hills, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

5

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

17

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Chic Petite, Leadership Academy, and Free Your Skin Aesthetics.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Chic Petite page on Yelp Search 4916 Thoroughbred Ln on Google Maps	Active	3.51 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Leadership Academy page on Yelp Search 7199 Hwy 100 on Google Maps	Active	3.35 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Free Your Skin Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 18 Cadillac Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.95 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rachel Hamilton page on Yelp	Beauty	3.17 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Forest Hills, TN

Population Households Employment

Forest Hills has 1,818 households, with an average household size of 2.64. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Forest Hills do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,802 people call Forest Hills home. The population density is 519.92 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,802

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.4

Median Age

50.6 / 49.4%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,818

Total Households

2.64

Average Household Size

$151,654

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Forest Hills, TN

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The following schools are within or nearby Forest Hills. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Areas of Expertise

Mount Juliet
Green Hills
Oak Hill
Forest Hills
College Grove
Franklin
Arrington
Nolensville
Brentwood
Leipers Fork

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A thriving suburban city just east of Nashville.
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A quiet, upscale enclave in Davidson County.
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A tranquil corner of Williamson County.
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Epitomizes Southern charm and hospitality.
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A tight-knit, unincorporated community.
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A scenic and steadily growing town southeast of Nashville.
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