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South Nashville Rent Trends

Nashville, TN · September 2026 · Abode managed-community data (includes concession-adjusted effective rents)

Data through September 2026 · Last updated October 7, 2026 · Next release: early November 2026

Median asking rent
$1,774
Effective rent
$1,509
Vs. Nashville median
-13%
Avg days to lease
—
Active rentals now
118

Asking vs. effective rent over time

$1.0k$1.4k$1.7k$2.0kAug ’24Dec ’24Apr ’25Aug ’25Dec ’25Apr ’26Sep ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread
Studio
$1,526
— YoY · as of September 2026
1 bedroom
$1,937
— YoY · as of September 2026
2 bedroom
$2,862
— YoY · as of September 2026
3+ bedroom
$2,697
— YoY · as of April 2026

Source: MLS (leased rental listings) + Abode managed communities (Dynamics 365). Figures suppressed below 10 listings/month. Methodology

Data through September 2026 · Last updated October 7, 2026 · Next release: early November 2026

South Nashville renting, answered

What is the average rent in South Nashville?
As of September 2026, the median asking rent in South Nashville is $1,774 per month, based on 190 leased listings. By size, the median is $1,937 for a 1 bedroom and $2,862 for a 2 bedroom.
Is South Nashville more expensive than Nashville overall?
South Nashville's median asking rent is 13% below the Nashville citywide median of $2,035.

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