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In Nashville’s Historic Richland Neighborhood, the estate at 3728 West End Avenue stands as one of the city’s most iconic private residences. Built in 1912, this mansion has been meticulously restored and expanded, evolving into a rare blend of preserved Southern grandeur and modern-day sophistication.
The stately, gated home is known to many locals as “The Columns of West End,” and has received an architectural award from The Historical Commission. With a newly completed, 2,500-square-foot addition, high quality finishes, modern amenities, and historical continuity reign supreme in this timeless home.
This beautifully preserved architectural gem is currently listed by Richard Courtney and Lisa Peebles of Fridrich & Clark Realty. For buyers seeking fine craftsmanship, preserved history, and the rare opportunity to steward a piece of Nashville’s legacy, The Columns of West End offers something truly rare: a luxurious sanctuary where past and present meet with effortless grace.
Where History and High Design Meet
The home’s most recent chapter began with a six-year renovation process that honored the property’s history while elevating its functionality and comfort.
“As with any historic renovation, patience was key, as unexpected challenges and expenses arose often,” says owner Gina Ball. “It was very important that I selected materials that complemented the original space and honored the history of the home while incorporating modern luxuries, such as the large chef’s kitchen and main level primary bedroom with soaring ceilings and a bathroom with an infrared sauna, heated floors, and steam shower. All trim work for the new addition was milled onsite to match the ornate trim in the original part of the home.”
The 2,500-square-foot addition, designed by architect Kris Wiseman of Kris Wiseman Design, includes a massive main level primary bedroom suite with a balcony and a kitchen with a rooftop deck. It also includes an elevator to the lower-level addition with a second primary bedroom suite, second kitchen, laundry room, brick breezeway entrance into a speakeasy, and a large brick and stone patio outside to the backyard.
The top-level room was brought to its former glory during the attic renovation. Dubbed the “ballroom attic” because dances were formerly held in the space, now, it is complete with finished, painted wood floors, a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, kitchenette, a full bath, floored loft space, four large storage closets with solid wood antique doors, and more.
One of Ball’s favorite finds for the new addition were the double set of wavy glass panel doors salvaged from Sunnyside Mansion and purchased at Preservation Station, where antique doors, hardware, and more were sourced. Items with a history and a story to tell are popular throughout this home and were an important aspect of the renovation.
“The fine quality of the materials and craftsmanship used to construct the home in 1910 dictated the elevated level of finishes chosen during the restoration of the home, as well as the finishes selected for the new addition,” Ball says. “Every effort was made to blend the old with the new by using antique doors and hardware and matching the original custom-milled trim work in the new addition.”
The exterior features gas Bevolo lanterns flanking the entry columns, pristine landscaping, and a fully fenced property. Not to mention the architectural showstopper that received the ultimate preservation treatment: “One of the many significant architectural details is the original Ludowici tile roof. In 2022, every tile was removed and the roof completely restored. It was remarkable to discover that each tile was individually numbered,” Ball says.
Spaces That Make a Statement
Inside the home, each space leaves a striking impression.
“It feels like the perfect combination of old soul meets modern luxury,” Ball says.
The kitchen is a true focal point, featuring honed Taj Mahal Quartzite counters, handmade tile backsplash, custom built cabinetry, a 12-foot island, and a custom Coppersmith solid copper range hood with pot filler and custom Coppersmith sink.
The expansive entry hall with Thassos white marble and John Richard Designer chandelier with gold leaf medallion captivate all that view it. The study, complete with custom built-in cabinetry and gas log marble fireplace, beckons one in. But it’s the basement that may surprise and delight the most.
“The basement level speakeasy was created as an ‘afterthought’ when relocating the original basement stairs and went on to become everyone’s favorite space in the home,” Ball says. “When initially studying the basement space and realizing the bonus of having full height ceilings along with the fabulous limestone foundation walls, we decided it had the makings of a great wine cellar. From there, we relocated original oak cabinetry from the main level butler’s pantry and built a custom copper bar using woods salvaged from the home to create the perfect speakeasy bar. A billiard room and lounge area with brick flooring throughout finished out the space.”
A Home Worthy of Its Legacy
The care poured into this renovation wasn’t just about style — it was about stewardship.
“It has been an honor and joy to preserve and save one of Nashville’s prominent, centrally located historic homes in a time when so many of them have vanished from its footprint,” Ball says. “This beautiful old soul known as ‘The Columns of West End’ was worthy of saving and deserves equal care from its next steward.”
Property Details
3728 West End Avenue
Listed at $8,500,000
Square Footage: 8,592 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5 Full, 1 Half
Year Built: 1912
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Architect (Addition): Kris Wiseman Design
Listing Agents: Richard Courtney and Lisa Peebles of Fridrich & Clark Realty