Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 2, 2026
Average rent in
Nashville, TN
Average rent in
Last updated on June 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Nashville, TN rent slipped 3.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,937/month. Renters today are paying $280 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent holding essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Nashville sits 0.7% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a market close to the national price level with 1,123 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Nashville run around $1,522/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,605/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,795/month, 3-bedrooms around $2,320/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $3,495/month. This range reflects the variety of unit sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Nashville, TN, Sunnyside rents fell 66.0% year over year to $2,212/month, Stone Creek Park dropped 64.0% to $1,785/month, and Shelby Hills declined 63.7% to $1,599/month. These steep neighborhood declines contrast with the citywide 3.1% slip, showing localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Nashville
$1,937/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Nashville is $1,937 per month as of May 2026. This is 1% below the national average rent, or $13 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Nashville
1,123
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Nashville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Nashville, TN
Average rent prices in Nashville have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Nashville, TN
Rent prices in Nashville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Nashville is $1,732, whereas a house costs $2,360. 1-bedroom apartments in Nashville run $1,650 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,811.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,522 | 1% | 13% | |
1 bedroom | $1,605 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,795 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $2,320 |  1% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $3,495 | 3% | 25% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Edgehill | $2,069 | |
Germantown | $2,139 | |
Green Hills | $1,971 | |
Hillsboro West End | $1,978 | |
Madison | $1,419 | |
Maxwell | $1,952 | |
Metrocenter North Rhodes Park | $1,722 | |
South Nashville | $2,532 | |
Talbot's Corner | $2,295 | |
Whitebridge | $1,625 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,732 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,700 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,360 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $957 | 13% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,522
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,605
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,320
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,495
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
25%
Talbot's Corner
Average rent
$2,295
Edgehill
Average rent
$2,069
Green Hills
Average rent
$1,971
Hillsboro West End
Average rent
$1,978
Germantown
Average rent
$2,139
Whitebridge
Average rent
$1,625
South Nashville
Average rent
$2,532
Metrocenter North Rhodes Park
Average rent
$1,722
Madison
Average rent
$1,419
Maxwell
Average rent
$1,952
Apartments
Average rent
$1,732
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,360
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$957
Last 30 days
13%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Nashville, TN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Nashville, TN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Nashville and Ashland City by all bedroom counts and property types.
Nashville
1%lower than the national median
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Nashville, TN is 31% higher than the median rent in Ashland City, TN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,478
10%$3,950
123%$2,344
4%$1,753
10%$1,550
1%$2,080
3%$2,090
5%$2,252
$2,675
1%$1,664
53%$1,647
15%$2,000
5%Cost of living in Nashville, TN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 1% higher |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Nashville, TN
3d ago
Verified
2131 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$591–$1,639
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3m ago
Verified
1000 Thompson Pl, Nashville, TN 37217
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$699–$1,650
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Boone Trace house for rent in Nashville
8112 Boone Trce, Nashville, TN 37221
1 bed
1 bath
$750
$700
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 13
4d ago
1341 Lewis St, Nashville, TN 37210
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
5 baths
$23,490
$16,827
Price drop
House for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
4.5 baths
$26,824
$16,468
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Nashville
2 beds
3 baths
$13,000
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
4 baths
$15,694
$12,551
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4646 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,099–$1,850
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
2010 W End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,482–$3,302
Apartment for rent
3m ago
Verified
1000 Thompson Pl, Nashville, TN 37217
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$699–$1,650
Apartment for rent
3m ago
Verified
5099 Linbar Dr, Nashville, TN 37211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,516
Apartment for rent
3m ago
Verified
200 Paragon Mills Rd, Nashville, TN 37211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,449
Apartment for rent
3m ago
Verified
110 Hickory Hill Ct, Nashville, TN 37214
2 beds
1 bath
$1,229
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4646 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,099–$1,850
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
2010 W End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,482–$3,302
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Nashville, TN
Quick answers to common questions about the Nashville rental market.
How much is rent in Nashville?
The average rent in Nashville is $1,937 per month as of May 30, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Nashville?
Average rent prices in Nashville have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Nashville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Nashville is 1% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $13 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Nashville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Nashville are Madison ($1,419/mo), Whitebridge ($1,625/mo), and Metrocenter North Rhodes Park ($1,722/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Nashville?
To comfortably afford rent in Nashville, you'd need to earn approximately $77,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Nashville?
Nashville's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,600 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,800 monthly. Both bedroom types experienced year-over-year decreases, with two-bedrooms declining 4.4% and one-bedrooms dropping 2.2% from 2024 levels.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Nashville Metro Report
The Zumper Nashville Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Tennessee one bedroom median rent was $1,140 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Nashville ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,500.
- Murfreesboro was the second priciest with rent at $1,200.
- Columbia placed third with rent at $1,090.
The Least Expensive
- Cookeville was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $750.
- Clarksville placed second with rent at $990.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Murfreesboro had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 4%.
- Nashville saw rent drop 2%, making it second.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
- Murfreesboro had the largest monthly rent price decline, down 1.6%.
- Clarksville placed second with rent decreasing 1%.
About
The Zumper Nashville Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.