
Land with Home for Sale in Nashville, Tennessee
305 Davidson Rd, Nashville, TN 37205
A private Nashville estate where history, art, and timeless architecture meet. Privately nestled among mature trees in the heart of Nashville, The Davidson House is an extraordinary estate where architectural beauty, artistic heritage, and modern comfort exist in perfect balance. Originally designed in 1950 for John E. Caine, Jr., president of the famed Cain-Sloan Department Stores, the home offers exceptional privacy just minutes from Nashville's premier dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. Natural light fills gracious living spaces designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. The secluded primary suite opens through French doors to a romantic New Orleans-inspired courtyard and features double vanities, a soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, and generous dressing area. A paneled library with custom bookcases and fireplace creates the perfect office or reading room, while the chef's kitchen offers custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large center island. A light-filled sunroom with painted brick walls, black-and-white marble floors, and panoramic garden views provides a peaceful retreat. The property also includes a private guest suite and an expansive three-story studio designed by noted architect J. Terry Bates, currently used by internationally acclaimed portrait artist Michael Shane Neal, whose subjects have included presidents, business leaders, celebrities, and British aristocracy. A spacious lower level offers endless possibilities for a fitness studio, wine cellar, office, recreation room, or home theater. The grounds feature one of the few surviving original log cabins from the historic Belle Meade Plantation, beautifully restored with its working fireplace intact. Mature trees, lush gardens, a tranquil koi pond, and a gently flowing stream complete this remarkable setting. The Davidson House is a rare opportunity to own one of Nashville's most distinctive private estates.
- Listed by Steve Fridrich, (615) 321-4420, Fridrich & Clark Realty
Location
- Street address
- 305 Davidson Rd
- County
- Davidson County
- Zip code
- 37205
- Community
- West Meade Village
- Elevation
- 520 feet
Directions
Harding Road South to Belle Meade area, Right on Davidson Road. House on left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.52 acres66,211 sq ft
- MLS #
- REALTRACS 3074062
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $6,782
Parcels
- 11605000200
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Possession
- Close of Escrow
Lot
- Size Source
- Appraiser
- Dimensions
- 175 X 375
- Terrain
- Level
- Waterfront
- Creek, Pond
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- Parking
- Attached, Circular Driveway
- Fencing
- Back Yard
- Outdoor Spaces
- Covered, Patio, Porch
- Structures
- Guest House
- Features
- Balcony
Structure
- Style
- Traditional
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Finished, Full
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Heating
- Dual
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Membrane
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
Interior
- Above Grade
- 6,568 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 828 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bedroom x 4, Den, Dining Room, Hobby Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Recreation Room
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Fireplace Count
- 4
- Fireplaces
- Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances
- Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Extra Closets, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sewage | Sewer | Connected |
| Water | Public | Available |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Gower Elementary | Elementary |
| H. G. Hill Middle | Middle |
| James Lawson High School | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2026 | Price drop | $3,490,000 | $5,000 -0.1% | REALTRACS |
| May 31, 2026 | Price drop | $3,495,000 | $255,000 -6.8% | REALTRACS |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Price drop | $3,750,000 | $245,000 -6.1% | REALTRACS |
| Jan 8, 2026 | New listing | $3,995,000 | — | REALTRACS |






























































