Rental Property Underwriting in Nashville, TN
Appreciation play; cash flow requires 30%+ down.
Typical SFR price
$420,000 – $540,000
3-bed rent (monthly)
$2,100 – $2,700
Effective property-tax rate
0.70% – 0.95%
Insurance (annual, ~$300k SFR)
$1,100 – $1,700
Gross rent-to-price (monthly)
0.45% – 0.55%
Landlord-tenant climate
landlord-friendly
Ranges compiled from Zillow, Redfin, and county assessor public data. Last reviewed 2025-10. Use as directional inputs, not appraisals.
What makes underwriting in Nashville different
- STR restrictions vary by zoning district — verify before pricing on STR income.
- Rent growth has flattened after 2021-2022 spike; underwrite 2-3% ongoing.
- No state income tax remains a demand tailwind for tenant migration.
Quick worked example
Mid-range Nashville deal: $480,000 purchase, $2,400/mo rent → gross yield 6.00%. Whether that cash-flows depends on your rate, down payment, taxes at post-sale assessment, and insurance quote — not the metro average.
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Educational content only, not investment or legal advice. Verify all numbers with local professionals before making an offer.