The story of this market
The typical home in Nashville, Tennessee sells for about $495,000, or $265 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,679 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
-0.4%
TN · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville's housing market is showing signs of stabilization as inventory levels rise, providing buyers with more options than in previous years. While affordability remains a challenge, steady sales activity and record-high median prices indicate continued demand. The market is currently balancing between seller expectations and buyer purchasing power, leading to a more measured pace of growth.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Nashville yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 22 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 4.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 149 days on market with 0.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
1% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 51.57% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 12.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Nashville Shores Waterpark4.39.9 mi
- Aquarium Restaurant4.45.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Nashville4.25.7 mi
- K1 Speed Nashville4.51.1 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.313.2 mi
- Grand Ole Opry4.85.9 mi
- Bridgestone Arena4.70.3 mi
- Nissan Stadium4.50.6 mi
- Ryman Auditorium4.80.2 mi
- Music City Center4.70.4 mi
- Grand Ole Opry4.85.9 mi
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum4.60.4 mi
- Nashville Zoo at Grassmere4.55.5 mi
- The Parthenon4.62 mi
- Ryman Auditorium4.80.2 mi
- Grand Ole Opry4.85.9 mi
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum4.60.4 mi
- The Parthenon4.62 mi
- Ryman Auditorium4.80.2 mi
- The Factory at Franklin4.616.5 mi
- Centennial Park4.72 mi
- Cheekwood4.77.4 mi
- Radnor Lake State Park4.77.1 mi
- Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park4.70.7 mi
- Warner Parks4.810.4 mi
- Hamilton Creek Sailboat Marina4.69.5 mi
- Elm Hill Recreation Area4.59.1 mi
- Sun Life Marinas - Elm Hill Marina4.39.1 mi
- Topgolf Nashville4.41.1 mi
- Hermitage Golf Course4.49.4 mi
- McCabe Golf Course4.23.7 mi
- Gaylord Springs Golf Links4.26.9 mi
- Two Rivers Golf Course4.45.8 mi
- Opry Mills4.55.7 mi
- The Mall at Green Hills4.44.3 mi
- Tanger Outlets Nashville4.511.8 mi
- CoolSprings Galleria4.414.3 mi
- Nashville Farmers' Market4.50.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
Home to the Parthenon replica, this park serves as a major cultural and recreational hub for the city.
The heart of Nashville's tourism, featuring iconic honky-tonks and live music venues that drive significant economic activity.
A protected natural area offering hiking and wildlife viewing, highly valued for its preservation of local ecology.
A historic market providing local produce and artisanal goods, serving as a community anchor near the state capitol.
Nashville attracts a diverse mix of residents, including young professionals drawn to the vibrant job market, families seeking established neighborhoods, and investors targeting the city's long-term growth. The market currently favors buyers who benefit from increased inventory and more stable pricing compared to previous years.
The city is served by Metro Nashville Public Schools, which faces ongoing challenges regarding academic performance and resource allocation. While some magnet and specialty schools perform well, the district as a whole has a mixed reputation compared to suburban counterparts.
The city relies heavily on highway corridors like I-65, I-40, and I-24, which face significant congestion. Public transit options are currently limited, though there is ongoing discussion regarding regional transit expansion.
Nashville offers a robust amenity base centered on its world-famous music scene, extensive park systems like Centennial and Radnor Lake, and a growing network of greenways. The city's cultural landscape is bolstered by professional sports, diverse dining districts, and historic landmarks.
The rental market is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with high occupancy rates, though annual rent growth has flattened. Investor interest remains high, particularly in multi-family developments near the urban core, while short-term rental regulations continue to be a point of policy focus.
Nashville's economy is anchored by the healthcare industry, music and entertainment, and a growing technology sector. The city benefits from a strong influx of corporate headquarters and a highly active tourism industry.
Nashville maintains strong economic momentum driven by a diverse mix of healthcare, music, and technology sectors. Major infrastructure projects, including the East Bank redevelopment and airport expansion, continue to attract corporate investment and population growth.
Development is heavily focused on urban infill and high-density mixed-use projects, particularly along the Cumberland River and in the downtown core. The city is actively managing infrastructure upgrades to support this rapid growth.
Parcels in Nashville are subject to the Metropolitan Government's unified tax structure, with various special service districts for fire, police, and urban services.
Nashville experiences crime rates that are higher than the national average, with property crime being the most prevalent issue. Recent trends show localized efforts to increase police presence in high-traffic entertainment districts to mitigate safety concerns.
Nashville faces moderate risks from severe weather, particularly flooding along the Cumberland River and occasional tornado activity. Property insurance premiums have seen upward pressure due to regional climate volatility and historical storm damage.
Property insurance markets are tightening due to regional weather risks, leading to higher premiums for homeowners and commercial property owners.
Property taxes are assessed by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County based on a consolidated city-county structure. The rate is applied to the appraised value, with specific exemptions available for elderly or disabled homeowners and veterans.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov; figures reflect city-limits boundaries.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.