At a Glance

• Oil prices surged more than 35% in their largest weekly gain on record, pushing markets lower across the board
• February's jobs report showed an unexpected drop of 92,000 payrolls and unemployment rising to 4.4%
• BDG Partners is offering a shovel-ready urban infill development opportunity at 3109 Belwood Drive near Vanderbilt, West End, and Sylvan Park in Nashville
• Four open houses this weekend and team successes including a close in Franklin, Tennessee

Markets turned sharply this week as energy prices surged and economic data softened. U.S. crude jumped more than 35%, its largest weekly gain on record, pushing above $90 per barrel as Middle East conflict disrupted global supply routes. The Dow posted its worst week since April 2025, while the S&P and Nasdaq also closed lower as investors recalibrated around higher fuel costs and slower growth signals.

The February jobs report added another layer of complexity. Payrolls unexpectedly fell by 92,000, unemployment ticked up to 4.4%, and several key sectors contracted. At the same time, wages rose 3.8% year over year, keeping inflation pressures in the conversation and making any near-term rate move less certain.

For housing, this kind of environment typically creates pause more than pullback. Higher gas prices can weigh on sentiment, but softer labor data can also shift expectations around future borrowing costs. In Nashville and across Middle Tennessee, we are seeing buyers remain engaged, especially in higher price tiers, but with a more analytical lens around timing and value.

Urban Infill Opportunity | 3109 Belwood Dr, Nashville, TN

Street facade rendering of the 3109 Belwood Drive urban infill project in Nashville, Tennessee.

Architectural rendering of the urban infill development at 3109 Belwood Drive in Nashville, Tennessee.

We are offering a fully developed, shovel-ready urban infill opportunity at 3109 Belwood Drive, Nashville, Tennessee.

This project is about as close to turnkey as development gets. Architectural plans, budgets, design selections, and material ordering documentation are complete. Planning has signed off, and permits are already in process and expected to be finalized within approximately one week. Processing will continue during marketing and should be ready prior to transfer.

Designed for strong resale or rental positioning, the homes feature rooftop city views, a fully engineered rooftop entertaining level built to support a hot tub, a full outdoor kitchen, elevator shaft to all floors, and an additional private outdoor space off the primary suite.

Located minutes from Vanderbilt University, West End Avenue, Centennial Park, the Parthenon, and Sylvan Park, the positioning supports both end-user demand and premium pricing in one of Nashville's most consistently active real estate submarkets.

All project-related materials will convey with the purchase, including full budget documentation, selections, and ordering information.

For serious inquiries and access to the full project folder, contact Brandon Knox at [email protected]

This Weekend's Open Houses

BDG Partners has 4 homes open for touring across Nashville, Tennessee this weekend.

1616 7th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 Sunday 2 PM - 4 PM | 4 BD | 3 Full, 2 Half BA | 3,894 SF | $1,695,900

1618 7th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 Sunday 2 PM - 4 PM | 4 BD | 3 Full, 2 Half BA | 3,918 SF | $1,695,900

1623A Northview Ave, Nashville, TN 37206 Sunday 2 PM - 4 PM | 4 BD | 3 Full, 1 Half BA | 3,367 SF | $869,900

2202 Old Matthews Rd, Nashville, TN 37207 Sunday 11 AM - 2 PM | 4 BD | 4 Full, 1 Half BA | 3,136 SF | $575,000

Nashville Unplugged: Events with a Vibe

🌷 Cheekwood in Bloom | March 7-8

Cheekwood Estate and Gardens reopens this weekend for the first time since Winter Storm Fern, just in time for opening weekend of Cheekwood in Bloom. See 250,000 red and white tulips alongside purple-blue violas and fragrant hyacinths in the Red, White and Blooms celebration, plus live jazz, art in the Historic Mansion, and food trucks.

🦞 Streetcar Crawfish Boil | March 7

Streetcar Taps and Garden is kicking off crawfish season in Germantown with South Coast Seafood on March 7 from 11 AM to midnight. Your ticket includes a reserved seat and one pound of boiled crawfish with sausage, corn, and potatoes. Patio vibes, craft cocktails, and plenty of spice. Pre-order recommended.

💜 International Women's Day Market | March 8

Celebrate International Women's Day at Southern Grist Brewing Co Nations Taproom from 11 AM to 2 PM. Shop a curated lineup of local women-owned businesses while enjoying craft beer, wine, and cocktails. A vibrant afternoon of shopping, sipping, and supporting the women shaping Nashville's creative and business community.

Team Success

Under Contract

206 36th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,205 SF | $479,900

97 Lucile St, Nashville, TN 37207 4 BD | 4 BA | 2,090 SF | $995,000

Just Closed

114 Stanton Hall Ln, Franklin, TN 37069 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,539 SF | $495,000