The Park at Melrose
2007 AMENITY CONDOS AT 2310 ELLIOTT AVE, NASHVILLE 37204
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Inside The Park at Melrose at 2310 Elliott Avenue
The Park at Melrose is a 2007-2008-built, amenitized flat-condo community at 2310 Elliott Avenue in Nashville’s 37204 zip code, sitting at the intersection of the Melrose, 8th Avenue South, and 12 South corridors. Unlike the smaller boutique buildings along 8th Avenue, The Park at Melrose is a full community with multiple buildings, on-site management, and actual amenity space: a clubhouse, a fitness center, a pool, and landscaped common sidewalks. For buyers who want a 37204 address with real community infrastructure rather than a 30-unit walk-up, this is the primary option in the zip at the sub-$500,000 price point.
The unit mix breaks into two clean tiers. The 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout is 864 square feet and has recently traded in the $315,000 to $342,000 range. The 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout runs 1,252 to 1,274 square feet and has traded from $450,000 to $515,000. Every unit is a single-level flat with an open floorplan, walk-in closets, balconies on select units, and many units adding an integrated office or flex space. HOA dues are $238 a month across every unit in the community, and fees cover exterior maintenance, grounds, the pool and clubhouse and fitness center upkeep, trash, and in some cases insurance.
What sells The Park at Melrose is the combination of resort-style amenity access, a uniform HOA that makes budgeting predictable, and a 37204 address reachable from the mid-$300,000s. In a zip where the median single-family sale price is $1.1 million, this is the gateway building for buyers who want the zip code without the $700,000 down payment.
The Park at Melrose Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Closed Sales (rolling 12-month) | 8 |
| Sale Price Range | $315,000 to $515,000 |
| Median Sale Price | $460,000 |
| Average Sale Price | $441,500 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $377 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Range | $359 to $404 |
| 1BR/1BA Typical Price Range | $315,000 to $342,000 (864 sq ft) |
| 2BR/2BA Typical Price Range | $450,000 to $515,000 (1,252 to 1,274 sq ft) |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 to 2 full |
| Year Built | 2007 to 2008 |
| HOA (flat) | $238 per month |
| Property Type | Flat Condo (one-level units across multiple buildings) |
| County | Davidson |
| Median Days on Market | 64 days |
| Compass & Parks Pilkerton Market Share | 37.5% (3 of 8 transactions, all buyer-side) |
Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.
What the Recent Sales Tell Us
The Park at Melrose data tells one of the clearest pricing-discipline stories in the 37204 condo market. Two of the eight recent closings went under contract in 10 days or less at 98 to 100 percent of original list. The other six sat between 60 and 128 days before closing, and every one of them took a 5 to 10 percent price cut to get there. The average sale-to-original-list across the slow group was 91.8 percent. That means sellers who missed launch pricing gave up $30,000 to $45,000 on the typical 2-bedroom unit and $30,000 on the 1-bedroom units.
Compass and its affiliated Parks and Pilkerton offices represented the buyer on 3 of the 8 recent closings, including the buyer on the fastest 2-bedroom sale at $515,000 and a Compass buyer on the $342,000 1-bedroom. That is a 37.5 percent buyer-side market share in a building where no Compass-affiliated agent had a listing in the past year. Taken together, the data points to a building where pricing mistakes are common and where a Compass-network buyer pool is already active and ready to transact at the right number.
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Location and Daily Life
2310 Elliott Avenue sits in the historic Melrose district of 37204, tucked a block west of 8th Avenue South between Wedgewood and the Berry Hill border. The location puts you inside a short walk of the 8th Avenue South commercial corridor and a reasonable 10 to 15 minute walk of the 12 South retail strip.
Within a quarter-mile walk: the new Publix grocery, Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, 8th & Roast coffee, M.L. Rose, and Sinema. Within a mile: Zanies Comedy Club, Urban Juicer, Geodis Park, Sevier Park, and the full 12 South strip with Edley’s Bar-B-Que, Josephine, Frothy Monkey, and Five Daughters Bakery. On-site at the community itself: a clubhouse, fitness center, pool, and shaded common walkways.
Commute-wise, The Park at Melrose is about two miles from Vanderbilt, two and a half from Belmont, three from Lipscomb, and three miles from downtown Nashville via 8th Avenue straight into SoBro. I-65 and I-440 are both within a couple minutes of the complex, making this one of the cleaner 37204 addresses for anyone splitting time between Nashville and the southern suburbs of Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs.
Schools
The Park at Melrose is served by Metro Nashville Public Schools. The majority of the community is zoned for Waverly-Belmont Elementary School, John Trotwood Moore Middle School, and Hillsboro Comprehensive High School. A smaller portion of the community may zone for Percy Priest Elementary rather than Waverly-Belmont, with middle and high school assignments unchanged. Because the property spans multiple buildings and the school zone line runs close by, always verify the specific elementary assignment for any individual unit directly with MNPS before purchase.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Park at Melrose buyers typically also look at 12 South, Edgehill, Eighth South Condos, Lofts on Eighth, Melpark Townhomes, Beechtree Condos, The Chelsea at 12 South, Arlington Court and Ravenswood Court, Wedgewood Park, and the broader Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood just east of the complex.
Why Work With Nashville Home Guru
Nashville Home Guru at Compass is a data-driven team led by Patrick Higgins, a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent. The team is ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends report, with 1,100-plus transactions and $500 million-plus in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee.
At The Park at Melrose specifically, Compass and its affiliated Parks and Pilkerton offices represented the buyer on 3 of the 8 recent closings. Across the broader 37204 zip, Compass-affiliated agents represent roughly 41 percent of closed transactions on the listing side alone, with combined share almost certainly north of 50 percent once buyer-side representation is factored in. No Compass agent had a listing inside this complex in the past year, which means a seller bringing Patrick in as listing agent would materially increase the qualified buyer pool this building draws.
For sellers at The Park at Melrose, our Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers measurable results. Homes pre-marketed through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs sell for 2.9 percent more on average, go under contract 20 percent faster, and are 30 percent less likely to experience a price reduction. In a complex where 6 of 8 recent sellers took 5 to 10 percent price cuts before closing, those numbers translate directly into real dollars on the HUD. Learn more about selling your home on your terms.
Thinking About Selling a Park at Melrose Unit?
Six of the last eight sellers here gave up $30,000 to $45,000 by missing launch pricing. Automated tools like Zestimate cannot distinguish a renovated 2-bedroom from an unrenovated one. Start with an instant estimate, then call Patrick for a real pricing analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price range at The Park at Melrose?
Recent closed sales have ranged from $315,000 for an 864 square foot 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit up to $515,000 for a 1,274 square foot 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit. The median sale price is $460,000 and the median price per square foot is $377. Typical 1-bedroom units trade between $315,000 and $342,000, while typical 2-bedroom units trade between $450,000 and $515,000.
When was The Park at Melrose built and how is the community structured?
The Park at Melrose was built in 2007 and 2008 at 2310 Elliott Avenue. The community consists of multiple buildings with single-level flat-condo units inside each, along with shared amenity spaces including a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, and landscaped sidewalks. Total unit count across the full community is in the low hundreds.
What do the HOA fees cover at The Park at Melrose?
Monthly HOA fees at The Park at Melrose are a uniform $238 across every unit in the community. Fees cover exterior maintenance, grounds maintenance, the pool and clubhouse and fitness center upkeep, and trash pickup on most units. Some units include insurance coverage in the base HOA and others do not, so confirm the specific fee inclusions for any unit you are considering during due diligence.
What schools are The Park at Melrose zoned for?
The majority of the community is zoned for Waverly-Belmont Elementary School, John Trotwood Moore Middle School, and Hillsboro Comprehensive High School under Metro Nashville Public Schools. A smaller portion of the community may zone for Percy Priest Elementary rather than Waverly-Belmont, with middle and high school assignments unchanged. Always verify the specific elementary assignment for your unit with MNPS before purchase.
Does The Park at Melrose have a pool and fitness center?
Yes. The community includes a clubhouse, on-site fitness center, and swimming pool, along with landscaped sidewalks and shared common areas. The amenity package is the primary reason HOA dues here are set slightly higher than at smaller non-amenity 37204 buildings. Community amenities are routinely called out as a selling point in listing descriptions.
Is The Park at Melrose a good fit for a first-time buyer or Vanderbilt or Belmont graduate student?
Yes. The Park at Melrose is one of the most accessible entry points into the 37204 zip code. The 1-bedroom units under $350,000 are well-sized for single buyers, graduate students, and young professionals. The 2-bedroom units in the $450,000 to $515,000 band work well for couples, roommates splitting costs, or buyers who want a dedicated home-office setup. The community amenity package and uniform HOA structure make monthly ownership costs predictable, which matters on a first purchase.
How does Patrick Higgins approach pricing a Park at Melrose unit?
Pricing at The Park at Melrose is unusually sensitive to launch strategy. The data over the past 12 months is stark: two units that priced correctly closed in 10 days or less at 98 to 100 percent of original list. Six units that priced 5 to 10 percent high all eventually closed, but only after 60 to 128 days and 5 to 10 percent price cuts. Patrick prices each unit against the specific matching floor plan and finish level inside the community, then against the broader 2007-2008-era Nashville flat-condo pool, with explicit attention to whether a unit has been renovated and what upgrades count in this specific community.
Who is the best real estate agent for The Park at Melrose and the 12 South corridor in Nashville TN?
Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is one of the most-cited agents for the 12 South and 37204 corridor. The team ranks #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal RealTrends, with 1,100-plus career transactions. Compass-affiliated agents represented the buyer on 3 of the 8 most recent Park at Melrose closings, which means Patrick has direct visibility into the buyer pool this specific building already draws. You can read the full case on the best realtor for 12 South Nashville page.
Can I buy a Park at Melrose unit before it hits Zillow?
Sometimes. The community turns over about 8 to 10 times a year, and units often get shopped quietly through agent networks before they appear on Zillow or Redfin. Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listings give our clients a preview window on units that may never hit the open market at all. Text Patrick at 615-682-1718 to get flagged the next time a Park at Melrose unit moves into that pipeline.
What is my Park at Melrose unit worth in today’s market?
Zestimate and Redfin Estimate tend to miss on The Park at Melrose because the models cannot distinguish renovated units from unrenovated ones, cannot value the $40,000-plus upgrade packages several recent sellers invested in, and cannot weight amenity access properly against smaller non-amenity 37204 buildings. A real pricing analysis uses the specific matching floor plan and finish level inside the community, the sale-to-original-list pattern on recent comparable sales, and current active inventory across the full complex. Start with the instant home value tool and call Patrick for the full analysis.
Does The Park at Melrose allow pets and short-term rentals?
Pet policy and rental rules are set by the HOA and can change over time. Always confirm current rules with the association before making an offer, especially if you own a dog over a certain weight, own multiple pets, or are buying for short-term rental use. Some Nashville condo HOAs in this vintage have tightened short-term rental rules in recent years, so recent rule changes are particularly worth verifying. Patrick pulls the current covenants as part of the due diligence package on any unit you are considering.
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About the Author
Patrick Higgins
Patrick Higgins is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and the founder of Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends report. With 1,100-plus career transactions and $500 million-plus in career residential sales, Patrick prices condo product across the 8th Avenue South, Melrose, and 12 South corridors every week and tracks unit-specific renovation and amenity data at communities like The Park at Melrose where upgrades drive most of the price spread.
Expertise: 12 South · 37204 · Wedgewood-Houston · Edgehill · 37204 Amenitized Condos
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