Dismas House Sells 16th Avenue South Property In Nashville

The Dismas House has sold its headquarters and transitional housing center on 16th Ave South for $1.85 million according to the Tennessean. The nonprofit is moving to new offices on Charlotte Ave., but under terms of the sale can remain at the 16th Ave. headquarters for up to 18 months. The owner of the adjacent property at 1507 16th Ave. has purchased the property, which is comprised of 2 lots and includes 20,000 square feet and is designed for mixed office and multi-family use.

The property includes a 3,928 square foot home constructed in 1920 with beautiful hardwood interiors. The listing information with Cherry & Associates stated the property could be subdivided as a residence available for renovation and conversion to an office on a 10,000-plus square foot lot and a 10,000 square foot-plus vacant lot.

Dismas, a provider of housing and programs for ex-offenders, plans to build a new 46-room, 23,000 square foot home with 76 beds near the Lentz Public Health Center that will provide programs and accommodations for its residents.