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Hendersonville, Tennessee

Hendersonville, Tennessee is known as "The City by the Lake" thanks to its 26 miles of shoreline along Old Hickory Lake. Located in Sumner County just 18 miles northeast of Nashville, Hendersonville is a popular suburb for Nashville commuters, with lakefront living and public schools served by Sumner County Schools. The former estate of Johnny Cash and June Carter sits along the lake, and Taylor Swift famously spent her teenage years here before her Nashville music breakthrough. With strong job growth, low property taxes, and an active outdoor lifestyle built around boating and lake recreation, Hendersonville combines suburban comfort with Middle Tennessee proximity. Browse homes for sale by owner and rental listings in Hendersonville below, along with live market stats, neighborhood highlights, and answers to common questions about living here.

Hendersonville market snapshot

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63,947
US Census 2024 ACS
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Hendersonville neighborhoods

Sanders Ferry / Drakes Creek

Established waterfront area with boat-access homes, Drakes Creek Marina, and premium lakefront properties. One of the most sought-after sections of Hendersonville for buyers wanting direct lake access.

Indian Lake Village

Walkable mixed-use development with modern apartments, restaurants, shopping, and community events. A lifestyle-oriented setting with walkable dining and shopping.

Walton Ferry

Established neighborhood on the west side of Hendersonville with mature trees, a mix of home styles, and convenient access to both downtown Hendersonville and Nashville via Vietnam Veterans Parkway.

Bluegrass / Station Camp

Growing area in southeast Hendersonville with newer subdivisions in the Station Camp school zone and extensive community amenities. One of the fastest-growing sections of the city.

Main Street / Historic Downtown

Charming core area with a revitalized Main Street, local restaurants, the Historic Monthaven Mansion, and convenient access to Memorial Park and Old Hickory Lake. Walkable for a suburb of its size.

Frequently asked questions about Hendersonville

Is Hendersonville, TN a good place to live?

Hendersonville is one of the larger Nashville-area suburbs. Residents enjoy Old Hickory Lake access, schools served by the Sumner County district, low property taxes, and an easy commute to Nashville via I-65 or Vietnam Veterans Parkway. Trade-offs include traffic congestion during Nashville commute hours and rising home prices that have made entry-level housing scarce. With direct Old Hickory Lake access and a short commute to Nashville, it is one of the most popular suburbs in the metro.

What is the cost of living in Hendersonville compared to the US average?

Hendersonville's cost of living runs slightly below the national average overall, with low property taxes being a key advantage (among the lowest in the Nashville metro). Housing prices run above the national median but well below affluent Franklin or Brentwood. Groceries, utilities, and transportation are close to national norms. Combined with Tennessee's lack of a state income tax, Hendersonville offers strong value for an established Nashville suburb.

How much does a house cost in Hendersonville, TN?

Hendersonville's housing market has strengthened substantially over the past decade. Most single-family homes price between $400,000 and $900,000, with lakefront properties regularly exceeding $1 million. Townhomes typically range from $250,000 to $400,000. See the live market snapshot above for the current median sale price.

Which neighborhoods are commonly researched in Hendersonville?

Popular neighborhoods include Sanders Ferry and Drakes Creek for waterfront living, Indian Lake Village for walkable modern amenities, Walton Ferry for established residential streets, Bluegrass / Station Camp for newer subdivisions in the Station Camp school zone, and Historic Downtown for charming Main Street living. Each has distinct character and price points — scroll to the neighborhoods section above for details.

What is the rental market like in Hendersonville?

Hendersonville's rental market is relatively small given that over 70 percent of housing is owner-occupied. Rents sit slightly below the national median. Most rentals are single-family homes or townhomes rather than apartment complexes, though Indian Lake Village and newer developments have added modern apartment inventory. Rental demand is steady from people relocating to the Nashville area who rent in Sumner County while house-hunting.

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Schools in Hendersonville

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