Donelson is a large suburban area east of downtown Nashville with a distinct identity shaped by postwar development and long-standing residential communities. The area includes a wide range of housing styles, local commercial corridors, and established neighborhoods that support daily life at a regional scale.
Its location near major transportation routes makes Donelson a key residential hub. The suburb balances accessibility with a strong local character, offering residents a self-contained environment that remains closely tied to the rest of the city.
Quick facts
- Coordinates: 36.1625566, -86.6699968
- Type: Suburb
OSM tags
- ele: 165
- gnis:feature_id: 1306381
- Name: Donelson
- Place type: Suburb
- Wikidata: Q5295659