Brentwood, Tennessee

Brentwood is one of Tennessee's most established affluent suburbs. Residents enjoy access to the Williamson County school district, an abundance of parks and trails, and easy access to Nashville. The main trade-off is cost — Brentwood home prices are the highest in Tennessee, often exceeding $1 million. For buyers who can afford it, Brentwood offers an exceptional combination of amenities and access.

Brentwood's cost of living index runs slightly below the national average overall — a surprising result given high home values. The reason: Tennessee has no state income tax, property tax rates are relatively low, and non-housing expenses (groceries, healthcare, transportation) sit at or below national norms. Housing is by far the largest cost variable, with home prices running more than triple the national median. Effective take-home income for Brentwood residents is among the highest in the country.

Brentwood has the highest median home value of any major city in Tennessee, with typical homes selling well above $1 million. Estate properties in gated communities like Governors Club and Witherspoon routinely sell for $2-5 million, while more accessible options in established neighborhoods can be found in the $700K-$900K range. See the live market snapshot above for the current median list price.

Popular neighborhoods include Governors Club for gated luxury golf course living, Annandale and Willowick for established residential streets, Witherspoon for newer master-planned luxury, and Chenoweth for convenient access to both Nashville and Franklin. Each has distinct character and price points — scroll to the neighborhoods section above for details on the most notable ones.

Brentwood's rental market is small — about 91 percent of occupied homes are owner-occupied — but rents sit well above the national average when available. Most rentals are single-family homes or townhomes rather than apartment complexes, reflecting Brentwood's largely residential character. Rental demand is consistent from people relocating to the Nashville area who rent in the Williamson County school district while they shop for a home to buy.