About 947 Gale Ln
Stepping through the threshold of this 1928 brick and stone Tudor is like falling headlong into the pages of a classic romance. While the neighborhood pulses with the modern energy of 12 South, this home remains a soulful sanctuary, untouched by the clinical coldness of new construction. It is a place of whispered secrets and soaring inspiration, once owned by an award-winning author who surely drew magic from these very walls. Every room is a love letter to craftsmanship, flooded with an ethereal natural light that dances across original hardwood floors. The heart of the home, a grand living space anchored by a rugged exposed brick fireplace, invites you to linger long after the sun sets. Rarely do you find a home that offers this level of versatility, featuring three full primary suites that adapt perfectly to your specific lifestyle needs. Outside, the charm continues on a side porch made for slow mornings and quiet reflection, overlooking a lush corner lot with a direct view of the park. The story evolves as you discover the home’s hidden versatility. An exterior stairwell leads to a private upstairs suite—a self-contained world featuring its own living area, laundry, bedroom, and bath. Whether you envision a writer’s retreat or a lucrative short-term rental, the income potential is as captivating as the architecture. Complete with a fenced-in backyard that feels like a secret garden, this is more than a house; it is a storybook life waiting for its next protagonist. If you are searching for a home with a heartbeat, a history, and a touch of the divine, your search ends here.
Features of 947 Gale Ln
| MLS® # | 3505822 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,499,998 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 3,150 |
| Acres | 0.03 |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Horizontal Property Regime - Detached |
| Style | Cape Cod |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 947 Gale Ln |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Homes At 945 & 947 Gale Lane |
| City | Nashville |
| County | Davidson County, TN |
| State | TN |
| Zip Code | 37204 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Water Available |
|---|---|
| Garages | Circular Driveway, Concrete |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Construction | Brick |
School Information
| Elementary | Waverly-Belmont Elementary School |
|---|---|
| Middle | John Trotwood Moore Middle |
| High | Hillsboro Comp High School |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 13th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 31 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| Data Source | REALTRACS as distributed by MLS GRID |
Listing Details
| Office | Compass Tennessee, LLC |
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