Finding a great apartment in Nashville is an endeavor worth every ounce of your talent; it’s a thriving city filled with friendly people and growing opportunities. And if at times it feels like you’re in the same line for the very same thing everyone else wants, take heart; there’s something for everyone here, most notably, the collective energy that truly makes a city great.
Nashville’s growing appeal as a place to live has tightened the rental market in recent years, but don’t fret just yet
Finding a great apartment in Nashville is an endeavor worth every ounce of your talent; it’s a thriving city filled with friendly people and growing opportunities. And if at times it feels like you’re in the same line for the very same thing everyone else wants, take heart; there’s something for everyone here, most notably, the collective energy that truly makes a city great.
Nashville’s growing appeal as a place to live has tightened the rental market in recent years, but don’t fret just yet. If there’s just one piece of advice, it’s this: when the place is right, be prepared to pounce. Consider these tips when hunting for your new place:
Get ahead of the application process. If possible, consider filling out the rental application ahead of your showing. If it turns out that you’ve found the perfect place, why waste time? Many properties will have a printable copy on their website, if not, stop by the office and pick one up. Also, be prepared to pay the application fee (these can range from free-ninety nine to around $70 at the highest end of things) on the day of the apartment showing. Show them you want the place and that you’re one step ahead of the game.
The rental season. In Nashville, like most places, the summer months are the busiest times for moving in and out. However, if you’re holding out to sign a lease in the “off season” with hopes of saving some cash, forget about it—rents are the same year round. The best deals come when the apartment owner offers them or when you try to create your own. You might miss out if you’re thinking about playing the waiting game.
Nashville’s a city so lovely you could write a song about it. In fact, you and 60,000 other songwriters here could put the words to music. Yes, in “Music City,” selling that country hit may take a while but you don’t have to live in your car in the meantime. Your new apartment is waiting to be discovered in one of the great neighborhoods of Nashville. Now that should be music to your ears.
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The following rent averages come from current listings on our website. Rent prices listed are averages and may not reflect the cost of specific units. Rental prices can vary depending on factors like size, location, amenities, and availability.
On average, expect to pay around $1,529 per month for a studio apartment in Nashville.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Nashville is approximately $1,672 per month.
In Nashville, a 2-bedroom apartment typically rents for around $2,164 per month.
A 3-bedroom apartment in Nashville will cost, on average, $2,384 per month.
Nashville's transportation system is a mix of car dependence and growing public transportation options. Here's a breakdown of the most popular ways to get around Music City:
Car: Nashville, like most US cities, is car-dependent. Traffic congestion can be a major issue, especially during peak hours. However, the extensive freeway system makes it easy to get around the city by car if you don't mind the crowds.
Public Transportation: The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) operates a bus system that covers most of Nashville. While not as extensive as some other cities' systems, it's a good option for getting around if you don't have a car. There's also a limited light rail line that connects some of the city's core neighborhoods.
Biking: Nashville is becoming increasingly bike-friendly, with a growing network of bike lanes and trails.
According to our listings from March 2024, the average cost of a one-bedroom apartment in Nashville is $1,672 a month. That means in order to comfortably afford rent in Nashville, you probably need to earn around $70,000 a year, which is much higher than the average U.S. income of $31,000.
According to our rent report from March 2024, median rent in Nashville was down 5.4% over last year. It has fallen faster than the state as a whole, where rent is down by 2.1%
The neighborhoods of Nashville are as unique as the people that call this city home. Rental properties old and new seem to mirror the heartbeat of this city that’s steeped in tradition and redefining its image at every turn. Whether a student at one of the universities, a music exec, or one of the thousands that work in the healthcare industry, there is a place to hang your hat in Nashville.
A recently revitalized metro area makes this part of the city an exciting place to live. Downtown Nashville is abuzz with working professionals, independent businesses, restaurants, and entertainment venues that add plenty of hustle and bustle. Known as “The District,” the areas near Second Ave., Broadway, and Printer’s Alley are the heart of nightlife and entertainment. Most of the rental properties downtown are modern lofts and high-rises with luxurious amenities including roof top decks and swimming pools. Expect rents to be pricey but well worth it for modern downtown living.
Many of the historic neighborhoods east of the Cumberland River are considered to be “up and coming.” The mix of longtime residents, young professionals, and families create a strong neighborhood feel in an urban landscape. The artistic bohemian as well as the trendy gallery type will feel right at home in East Nashville. Plenty of independent restaurants and shops, bookstores and boutiques are found in the areas east of the city, making such neighborhoods as Edgefield, East End, and Lockeland Springs desirable locations to live in. Thriving commercial districts, tree-lined streets, and access to parks also add to the appeal. Apartment properties are fewer in this area of town but reasonably priced.
Demand is high in the residential areas surrounding Vanderbilt and Belmont Universities. And it’s not just the students. The neighborhoods south of downtown attract young professionals and families seeking culture and charm in all forms. The Belmont-Hillsboro, Hillsboro Village, and West End areas are popular choices for their walkable proximity to shops, cafes, specialty stores, and trendy restaurants. Rents are higher the closer you get to campus, as are levels of intoxication. Nashville gets top marks as far as college towns go..
A rental dollar goes a whole lot farther in the communities outside of the city center. And there’s quite a lot to choose from. Rentals in the communities of Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, La Vergne, and Hermitage are spacious and affordable. Although the commute into the city can get hairy during rush hour (especially from the east), the drive in the evening or on weekends is hassle free. For those seeking big city excitement only on occasion, there is a happy medium when living outside of Nashville.
Apartment List has released the results for Nashville from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
These Nashville neighborhoods are insanely popular right now! Renters are hunting down properties in these places.
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The average rent in Nashville is $1,495 for a studio, $1,740 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,223 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Welcome to the Apartment List January 2025 Rent Report for Nashville, TN. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,390, after falling 0.9% last month. Prices are now down 1.5% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Nashville rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Nashville metro area and the nation as a whole.
The median rent in Nashville fell by 0.9% over the course of December, and has now decreased by a total of 1.5% over the past 12 months. Nashville’s rent growth over the past year has has fallen behind the state average (-0.4%) and is similar to the national average (-0.6%).
Twelve months into the year, rents in Nashville have fallen 0.8%. This is a faster rate of growth compared to what the city was experiencing at this point last year: from January to December 2023 rents had decreased 4.1%.
Nashville rents went down 0.9% in the past month, compared to the national rate of -0.6%. Among the nation's 100 largest cities, this ranks #79. Similar monthly rent growth took place in Phoenix, AZ (-0.8%) and Lexington, KY (-0.9%).
Citywide, the median rent currently stands at $1,245 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $1,385 for a 2-bedroom. Across all bedroom sizes (ie, the entire rental market), the median rent is $1,390. That ranks #52 in the nation, among the country's 100 largest cities.
For comparison, the median rent across the nation as a whole is $1,206 for a 1-bedroom, $1,358 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,373 overall. The median rent in Nashville is 1.2% higher than the national, and is similar to the prices you would find in Austin, TX ($1,394) and Philadelphia, PA ($1,374).
If we expand our view to the wider Nashville metro area, the median rent is $1,386 meaning that the median price in Nashville proper ($1,390) is 0.3% greater than the price across the metro as a whole. Metro-wide annual rent growth stands at -0.9%, above the rate of rent growth within just the city.
The table below shows the latest rent stats for 6 cities in the Nashville metro area that are included in our database. Among them, Franklin is currently the most expensive, with a median rent of $1,778. Columbia is the metro’s most affordable city, with a median rent of $1,067. The metro's fastest annual rent growth is occurring in Hendersonville (2.8%) while the slowest is in Smyrna (-5.1%).
You can also use the map below to explore the latest rent trends in the Nashville metropolitan area.
Apartment List is committed to the accuracy and transparency of our rent estimates. We begin with reliable median rent statistics from the Census Bureau, then extrapolate them forward to the current month using a growth rate calculated from our listing data. In doing so, we use a same-unit analysis similar to Case-Shiller’s approach, capturing apartment transactions over time to provide an accurate picture of rent growth in cities across the country. Our approach corrects for the sample bias inherent in other private sources, producing results that are much closer to statistics published by the Census Bureau and HUD. For more details, please see the Apartment List Rent Estimate Methodology.
Apartment List publishes monthly rent reports and underlying data for hundreds of cities across the nation, as well as data aggregated for counties, metros, and states. These data are intended to be a source of reliable information that help renters and policymakers make sound decisions. Insights from our data are covered regularly by journalists across the country. To access the data yourself, please visit our Data Downloads Page.
Welcome to the Apartment List January 2025 Rent Report for Nashville, TN. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,390, after falling 0.9% last month. Prices are now down 1.5% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Nashville rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Nashville metro area and the nation as a whole.
Apartment List has released Nashville’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Nashville renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though rents love Nashville, some aspects can be better."
Key Findings in Nashville include the following:
Renters say:
"Nashville is growing and it’s an exciting time to be here. The cost of living is increasing, but so is the city’s profile." -William H.
"There’s always something to do here (and with plenty of options for great food). Everyone is friendly, but with so many residents, Nashville traffic is a real problem." -Erica K.
"I love all the activities, but I hate that there’s no good public transportation system." -Nigel S.
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
Finding a great apartment in Nashville is an endeavor worth every ounce of your talent; it’s a thriving city filled with friendly people and growing opportunities. And if at times it feels like you’re in the same line for the very same thing everyone else wants, take heart; there’s something for everyone here, most notably, the collective energy that truly makes a city great.
Nashville’s growing appeal as a place to live has tightened the rental market in recent years, but don’t fret just yet
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