10 Best Suburbs of Nashville, TN (2026)

Picking a Nashville suburb usually comes down to three questions: which school district serves the address, how long the drive to work runs, and how much house the budget buys. Redfin's market pages, checked November 7, 2026, show how far apart the answers can land, from a $410,000 median sale in Smyrna to $1.3 million in Brentwood over the most recent three months. This guide walks through ten suburbs with real numbers for each.

Still deciding on the region itself? Start with our guide to moving to Nashville, then come back here to compare towns.

Here's what we'll cover:

What We Compared

Each town here sits within roughly 15 to 45 minutes of downtown Nashville and has an active mix of resale and new construction. For every suburb we pulled the July 1, 2025 population estimate and the 2020 Census count from the Tennessee State Data Center, the school system, Redfin's median sale price for the last three months (page dated October 2026, checked November 7, 2026), and drive times from OSRM routing measured November 7 in light traffic. The numbers in the list help you find your way around. Use them to match a town to your budget and commute.

Nashville Suburbs at a Glance

Sources: Tennessee State Data Center population estimates; Redfin housing market pages checked November 7, 2026 (Nashville itself: $465K, -1.1%); OSRM light-traffic drive estimates shown as ranges. Redfin medians move with the mix of homes sold, and smaller towns like Nolensville have fewer sales, so treat any single figure as a snapshot.

The 10 Suburbs

1. Franklin

Franklin is the Williamson County seat, and its downtown and Civil War sites, including the 1864 Battle of Franklin, draw visitors year-round. Students attend Williamson County Schools, and parts of the city are served by the Franklin Special School District for grades K-8. Redfin's median sale was $863K, up 12.8% from a year earlier, at about $337 per square foot. The city grew from 83,454 people in 2020 to an estimated 90,226. Read our guide to moving to Franklin or browse Franklin homes for sale.

Homes in the Lewisburg Avenue Historic District in Franklin.

2. Brentwood

Brentwood sits just south of Nashville along I-65 and has the shortest drive on this list, about 15 to 20 minutes downtown. It also has the highest prices, with a $1.3M median sale, down 3.6% from a year earlier. Population has held flat at about 45,300 since 2020. Williamson County Schools serves the city, and Radnor Lake State Park is a short drive north. See Brentwood listings.

3. Nolensville

Nolensville was settled in 1797 and keeps a small historic core along Nolensville Pike, surrounded by newer subdivisions. It grew from 13,829 people in 2020 to an estimated 15,789. Williamson County Schools serves the town. Redfin's median sale was $949K, down 10.9% from a year earlier, with fewer monthly sales than larger towns. Browse Nolensville homes for sale.

4. Spring Hill

Spring Hill straddles Maury and Williamson counties and is home to General Motors' Spring Hill Manufacturing plant. It is one of the fastest-growing towns here, rising from 50,005 people in 2020 to an estimated 61,336, about 23%. Depending on the address, students attend Williamson County Schools or Maury County Public Schools. Redfin's median sale was $500K, down 5.7%. The drive downtown runs about 40 to 45 minutes. See Spring Hill listings.

5. Mount Juliet

Mount Juliet in Wilson County sits between Old Hickory Lake to the north and Percy Priest Lake to the south. Providence Marketplace handles most shopping, and the WeGo Star commuter train stops in town. Wilson County Schools serves the city. Redfin's median sale was $573K, nearly flat from a year earlier. BNA is about 20 minutes away, the closest on this list. Browse Mount Juliet homes for sale.

6. Lebanon

Lebanon, the Wilson County seat, carries the old nickname Cedar City and a historic public square. It added more people than almost any town here, from 38,431 in 2020 to an estimated 53,412, about 39%. Lebanon Special School District covers K-8 for much of the city, with Wilson County Schools for high school. Redfin's median sale was $425K, up 6.2%. Read our pros and cons of living in Lebanon or see Lebanon listings.

The southeast corner of the public square in Lebanon.

7. Hendersonville

Hendersonville wraps around Old Hickory Lake in Sumner County, so marinas, coves, and lake-view streets are part of daily life. Sumner County Schools serves the city. Population rose from 61,753 in 2020 to an estimated 64,266. Redfin's median sale was $515K, up 3.5%, and the drive downtown runs about 25 to 30 minutes. Browse Hendersonville homes for sale.

8. Gallatin

Gallatin is the Sumner County seat and runs its own electric, water, and gas utilities, which newcomers set up separately. The city grew from 44,431 people in 2020 to an estimated 54,590, about 23%. Sumner County Schools serves Gallatin. Redfin's median sale was $432K, up 5.0%, with the drive downtown at about 35 to 40 minutes. See Gallatin listings.

9. Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro is the largest city on this list at an estimated 171,178 people and home to Middle Tennessee State University and Stones River National Battlefield. Murfreesboro City Schools covers K-6 inside the city, with Rutherford County Schools for other grades and areas. Redfin's median sale was $428K, down 2.0%. The I-24 drive downtown runs about 40 to 45 minutes. Browse Murfreesboro homes for sale.

Cannon on the artillery line at Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro.

10. Smyrna

Smyrna has hosted Nissan's vehicle plant since 1983, and the town has grown from 53,070 people in 2020 to an estimated 63,321. Rutherford County Schools serves Smyrna. Redfin's median sale was $410K, down 2.6%, the lowest on this list. BNA is about 25 minutes away, and Percy Priest Lake sits a short drive north. See Smyrna listings.

The Honest Downsides

• Interstate traffic. I-65 through Brentwood and Franklin, I-24 from Smyrna and Murfreesboro, I-40 from Mount Juliet and Lebanon, and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard from Hendersonville and Gallatin all back up at rush hour. Our times are light-traffic estimates.
• Williamson County pricing. Franklin, Brentwood, and Nolensville medians sit far above the Rutherford, Wilson, and Sumner County towns on this list.
• Growth pressure. Lebanon, Spring Hill, Gallatin, and Smyrna each grew by roughly 19% to 39% since 2020, so expect construction traffic and crowded schools in some zones.
• Split school districts. Franklin, Spring Hill, Lebanon, and Murfreesboro each have more than one school system. Verify zoning with the district for the exact address.
• Utility setup varies. Some cities run their own utilities and others rely on regional providers, so plan move-in week accordingly.

Comparing price ranges? Our guide to where to buy near Nashville under $800K and affordability calculator help you set a realistic budget before touring.

Lakes, the Smokies, and Commute Times

Two Corps of Engineers lakes shape the eastern suburbs. Old Hickory Lake borders Hendersonville, Gallatin, and the north side of Mount Juliet, and J. Percy Priest Lake sits near Mount Juliet, Smyrna, and Nolensville. Airport drives to BNA measured with OSRM on November 7, 2026, ranged from about 20 minutes in Mount Juliet and Brentwood to about 45 minutes in Spring Hill and Gallatin.

The Great Smoky Mountains are a weekend trip from any of these towns. OSRM estimates to downtown Knoxville ran from about 2 hours 50 minutes from Lebanon (151 miles) to almost 4 hours from Spring Hill (207 miles), and Sugarlands Visitor Center adds about an hour beyond that. Routing estimates on long interstate trips tend to run long, so treat these as planning ranges. Lebanon and Mount Juliet save the most time on an I-40 run east.

Relocating? Our Greater Nashville relocation guide covers the wider move. If y'all are torn between two towns, we can pull recent sales for both.

Homes for Sale in Nashville Suburbs Right Now

A sample of active listings across six of these suburbs from our site's IDX search, confirmed active on November 7, 2026. Prices and status change quickly.

$419,900

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,617 sq ft

623 General Barksdale Dr, Smyrna, TN 37167

MLS# RTC3633192

Listing courtesy of Highlands Elite Real Estate

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$425,000

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,730 sq ft

143 Luna Ln, Hendersonville, TN 37075

MLS# RTC3630059

Listing courtesy of Crye-Leike, Inc., REALTORS

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$464,990

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,885 sq ft

2884 Rose Hannah Dr, Gallatin, TN 37066

MLS# RTC3632177

Listing courtesy of M/I HOMES OF NASHVILLE LLC

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$499,990

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,200 sq ft

1113 Codah Dr, Mount Juliet, TN 37122

MLS# RTC3633519

Listing courtesy of Beazer Homes

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$500,940

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,875 sq ft

1875 Arbor Valley Rd, Spring Hill, TN 37174

MLS# RTC3633427

Listing courtesy of The New Home Group, LLC

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$915,000

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,864 sq ft

118 Wheaton Hall Ln, Franklin, TN 37069

MLS# RTC3632596

Listing courtesy of Compass Tennessee, LLC

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Listing data: Realtracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nashville Suburbs

What is the most affordable Nashville suburb on this list?

Smyrna, with a $410K median sale over the last three months per Redfin on November 7, 2026. Murfreesboro ($428K), Lebanon ($425K), and Gallatin ($432K) were close behind.

Which suburbs are in Williamson County Schools?

Brentwood and Nolensville, most of Franklin outside the Franklin Special School District K-8 zones, and the Williamson County side of Spring Hill. Confirm zoning by address.

Which suburb is closest to the airport?

Mount Juliet, at about 20 minutes to BNA in light traffic. Brentwood and Smyrna are about 20 to 25 minutes.

Can I take a train into Nashville?

The WeGo Star commuter rail runs between Lebanon and downtown Nashville with a stop in Mount Juliet. Check the current WeGo schedule before planning a daily commute around it.

Which suburbs are growing fastest?

By Tennessee State Data Center estimates, Lebanon grew about 39% from 2020 to 2025, with Gallatin and Spring Hill each about 23% and Smyrna about 19%.

Ready to narrow your list? Reach out to our team and we'll compare the suburbs that fit your budget. MaX House, brokered by LPT Realty.

Cover photo: sunrise on Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville by dan-holland, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Photos: Lewisburg Avenue Historic District in Franklin by Dclemens1971, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons; Lebanon public square by Brian Stansberry, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; Stones River National Battlefield by the National Park Service, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.