The Average Rent in Nashville (July 2025)
The Nashville rental market can feel all over the place. One minute you’re seeing luxury high-rises downtown, the next, you hear people say the city’s still affordable. The truth? It depends where you look — and what you want in a place.
Here’s a breakdown of what rent actually looks like in Nashville this summer — plus real average prices for the most popular neighborhoods to help you plan your search.
📊 Nashville Rent Snapshot — July 2025
Citywide, here’s what you can expect right now:
Studios average between $1,600 and $1,700/month
1-bedrooms average $1,700 to $1,800/month
2-bedrooms average $2,000 to $2,200/month
3-bedrooms tend to fall between $2,400 and $2,600/month
But those are just citywide averages. Prices vary a lot depending on the neighborhood, the age of the building, and the amenities.
💡 Where You’ll See Higher Rent Prices
Some areas in Nashville consistently come in above the city average, especially if you’re looking at newer properties with modern finishes, premium amenities, or highly walkable locations close to dining, entertainment, and major employers.
Here’s what rent looks like in the most popular higher-priced areas:
Downtown Nashville — Average rent is about $2,515/month
The Gulch — Around $2,466/month
Midtown / Vanderbilt area — Around $2,278/month
Germantown — Roughly $2,195/month
WeHo (Wedgewood-Houston) — About $1,903/month
12 South — Typically falls between $1,900 and $2,200/month
East Nashville — Median rent sits around $2,397/month, but more affordable options are available in certain pockets
These areas tend to offer newer apartments, rooftop pools, fitness centers, coworking spaces, and easy access to Nashville’s most popular spots — but they also come with a higher price tag.
🏡 More Affordable Areas to Explore
If stretching your budget is a priority, there are several parts of town where average rents come in below the citywide average — without sacrificing lifestyle or convenience.
Here’s what rent looks like in some of the more affordable spots:
The Nations — Around $1,718/month
Madison — Some of the best value in town, averaging around $1,393/month
Antioch — Budget-friendly with a wide range of options, averaging $1,505/month
Bellevue — Suburban feel with rents averaging $1,645/month
Donelson / Hermitage — Near the airport, easy access to downtown, averaging about $1,481/month
These areas offer a wide mix of apartment types — from older, budget-friendly communities to newer properties with competitive pricing. You’ll often find more space, quieter streets, and easier highway access — all while staying relatively close to downtown Nashville.
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🗝️ Quick Takeaways:
Citywide average rent: $1,700 to $1,800 for a 1-bedroom
You’ll pay more in The Gulch, Downtown, Midtown, Germantown, WeHo, 12 South, and East Nashville.
More affordable options exist in The Nations, Madison, Antioch, Bellevue, and Donelson
Summer move-in specials (1 to 3 months free) are common — but they lease quickly
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