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Smyrna, TN

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Nashville suburb with something for everyone

Suburban Commuter Family-Friendly Nature

Welcome to Smyrna, Tennessee, a suburban community in the Nashville metropolitan area. Located just 25 miles southeast of downtown Nashville, Smyrna combines historic charm with contemporary living options. Current rental trends show average monthly rates of $1,371 for one-bedroom units and $1,561 for two-bedroom homes, with floor plans averaging 769 to 1,066 square feet respectively.

The town features an impressive array of outdoor recreation spots, including ten parks, seven miles of greenway trails, and the Smyrna Outdoor Water Park. History buffs can explore the Sam Davis Home and Museum, a preserved 160-acre historic site that showcases the region's past.

At the heart of Smyrna's economy stands the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant, the largest automotive assembly facility in North America. The town center offers local shopping and dining options, while Interstate 24 provides convenient access to Nashville's entertainment venues. Residents enjoy proximity to Percy Priest Lake, known for its fishing, boating, and hiking trails. The town continues to grow, with new residential and commercial developments enhancing its established neighborhoods.

Explore the City

Percy Priest Lake is a popular spot for relaxing, whether on a boat or on the beach.

Residents turn out in droves for the local Smyrna Depot Farmers Market.

There are lots of local businesses all over Smyrna.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Smyrna, TN is $901 for a studio, $1,366 for one bedroom, $1,543 for two bedrooms, and $1,861 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Smyrna has decreased by -1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,366/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$2,206/month
1,871 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Smyrna, TN is 6.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Smyrna is 13.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $901 - $1,861. You can expect to pay 0.0% less for groceries, 12.0% less for utilities, and 12.9% less for transportation.

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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Stewarts Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

1,256 Students

Stewartsboro Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

718 Students

Thurman Francis Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

657 Students

Smyrna Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

711 Students

Cedar Grove Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

813 Students

Stewarts Creek Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

991 Students

Thurman Francis Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

657 Students

Rock Springs Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,066 Students

Smyrna Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

868 Students

Stewarts Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,391 Students

Smyrna High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,200 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.