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Antioch

Antioch

Explore Antioch: Nashville’s Diverse & Growing Southeast Hub

Antioch sits about 12 miles southeast of downtown Nashville in Davidson County. It is a culturally diverse, economically dynamic area that’s seeing renewed interest—with new development, global restaurants, and infrastructure investment pushing its rise from suburb to destination.

The History of Antioch

  • Antioch was historically rural, with farmland and small settlements outside Nashville’s urban core. Over time, it grew as development pushed outward.
  • The area was once better known for Hickory Hollow Mall (later Global Mall at the Crossings), which opened in 1978 and once was a regional retail anchor.
  • After the mall’s decline, much of the site has been targeted for redevelopment.
  • In August 2023, the city opened Mill Ridge Park, a 622-acre “destination park” in Antioch, marking a significant public investment in green space in the area.

Things to Do in Antioch

Visit Mill Ridge Park: This expansive new park offers trails, green space, recreation, and a fresh destination within Antioch.

Shop & Browse Tanger Outlets: A regional outlet destination, Tanger attracts bargain shoppers with national retailers.

Explore Local & Global Cuisine: Antioch is known for its variety of cultural restaurants—Latin, Middle Eastern, Asian — anchored by family-owned businesses.

Follow the Mall Redevelopment: The former Hickory Hollow / Global Mall site is being redeveloped, with portions demolished and others reimagined as mixed use.

Nearby Attractions

  • Brentwood lies just to the west, offering upscale suburban amenities and parks.
  • La Vergne lies further southeast along I-24.
  • Percy Priest Lake is within reach, offering recreational water access to residents

Insider Tips for Visiting Antioch

Best Time to Visit: Weekends or evenings give access to dining, park walks, and outlet shopping.

Access & Transit: Antioch is accessible via I-24, and roads like Bell Road, Old Hickory Boulevard, and Hardy Drive connect its core.

Redevelopment Watch: Keep an eye on the former mall site—its transformation is a major urban project.

Community Diversity: Antioch is one of Nashville’s most diverse neighborhoods—ethnic restaurants, languages, and cultural life reflect that.

Why Antioch Stands Out

  • It’s one of Nashville’s fastest changing neighborhoods, balancing affordability, diversity, and growth.
  • Redevelopment of key sites (like Hickory Hollow) and new public amenities (Mill Ridge Park) point to a future makeover.
  • The breadth of cultural businesses—restaurants, shops, community centers—gives Antioch a uniquely global flavor compared to more homogeneous suburbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Antioch from downtown Nashville?

About 12 miles southeast of downtown.

Safety perceptions vary. Some residents note parts of Antioch have crime concerns, especially around older retail corridors.

Public education is via Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. Antioch High School is one prominent institution.

Yes — Mill Ridge Park is new, large, and a growing destination.

Yes — the diversity, new amenities, and affordability (relative to central neighborhoods) make it attractive for families seeking growth opportunities.