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1618 7th Ave N

  • $1,793,900
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,918 Sq.Ft.
Architecturally refined TimoSIX residence in Germantown with unobstructed skyline views from a private rooftop oasis. Over 3,900 sq ft featuring custom Amish cabinetry, Thermador appliances, spray foam insulation, and a detached garage prewired for EVs.
  • $1,793,900

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  • 3.5

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  • 3,918

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1623A Northview Ave

  • $895,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,367 Sq.Ft.
New construction in Inglewood with intuitive flow and thoughtful design. Hardwood floors, custom wood accents, waterfall island kitchen with 6-burner gas range. Third-level bonus room with built-in bar. Steps from Mitchell Deli, Dose, and Vinyl Tap.
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  • 5

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  • 3.5

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  • 3,367

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214 54th Ave N

  • $1,995,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,784 Sq.Ft.
Warm modern design on a quiet dead-end street steps from the Greenway. Main-level primary suite, open-concept living, and a spacious fenced backyard with room for a pool. Built by Build Nashville in the heart of Sylvan Park—walk to restaurants and McCabe Golf Course.
  • $1,995,000

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  • 4

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  • 3.5

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  • 3,784

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9493 Grand Haven Dr

  • $2,799,900
  • 6 Beds
  • 6.5 Baths
  • 5,715 Sq.Ft.
Custom Aspen Construction home in Raintree Reserve. Every bedroom is a full en suite. Main-level office, XL hidden pantry, finished basement with sixth bedroom, and massive storage. Backs to protected privacy in the heart of Brentwood. Completion 3/1/26.
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  • 5,715

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103 Cherry Branch Ln

  • $2,400,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 5,742 Sq.Ft.
Windsong—your private lakeside retreat on Old Hickory Lake. Timeless Colonial on 1.25 acres with year-round water views, chef's kitchen, elevator, 3 fireplaces, in-ground pool, and rich cherry and mahogany details. Quiet setting, minutes to city and airport.
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  • 4

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  • 3.5

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  • 5,742

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701 Deer Ridge Ln

  • $629,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,658 Sq.Ft.
Beautiful all-brick home on a large corner lot in Lebanon. Main-level living with huge bonus room upstairs. Recently added massive screened-in deck and fence, perfect for entertaining. Features built-ins, granite counters, gas range, custom closet shelving, and no carpet—all hardwood and tile. Includes a fenced garden area. Clay Estates offers peaceful country living with easy access to I-40.
  • $629,000

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  • 3

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  • 3

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  • 2,658

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828E Watts Ln Lot 12

  • $699,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,402 Sq.Ft.
Welcome to Industry Square—"The Biggie," the final and largest floor plan in this boutique 16-home community. Three-story modern townhome with bedroom and bath on each level, chef's kitchen with fireplace, balcony, and a show-stopping primary suite featuring dual oversized closets, spa bath with rain shower, and private roof deck. Two-car garage plus on-site dog park. Special financing available.
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  • 3

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  • 3

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  • 2,402

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911 S 14th St

  • $450,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 704 Sq.Ft.
Charming move-in-ready East Nashville cottage in Shelby Heights. Hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen, brand-new fence and deck, fresh landscaping, all-new windows, new roof and gutters. Washer and dryer included. Perfect starter home or investment property on a spacious 0.2-acre lot with full basement. Easy access to Five Points and downtown.
  • $450,000

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  • 2

    Beds
  • 1

    Baths
  • 704

    Sq.Ft.
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1086 Jason Cir

  • $469,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,272 Sq.Ft.
Welcome to Sugar Hills in Ashland City—the kind of space that lives big. Open floor plan with hardwood floors, freshly painted kitchen cabinets, and all appliances included. Massive upstairs bonus room perfect for movie nights or a home office. Primary suite features brand-new renovated bathroom and access to upstairs porch. New metal roof and patio mean move-in ready. Fully fenced 0.87-acre lot with room for pets, gardens, or projects.
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  • 3

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  • 2.5

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  • 2,272

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"Grant Hammond and Brian Merrill have helped us sell a lot of properties over the years, most recently one of our investment properties, and at this point we’re starting to think they know the Nashville market better than Google Maps!! Every deal with them is smooth, organized, and surprisingly low stress. Whether it’s a re
"As a general contractor, I’ve worked with several real estate agents over the years while building and selling homes, but working with Sheila Gerardy from BDG Partners has truly stood out. We’ve partnered together on a seven-home single-family development, and her expertise, market knowledge, and attention to detail have co
"Nevin Batiwalla was our realtor as I went through the process of selling my late mother’s condo, and I can’t sing his praises highly enough. There were a lot of ups and downs in the process due to issues with the house, and he navigated it all with grace, always remaining upbeat."
"I’ve known Brandon Knox for 10+ years. I’ve worked with him and/or referred friends/clients on a number of occasions. He and his team at BDG/Compass never disappoint! They go above and beyond to serve their clients, and I will continue to recommend Brandon and his team going forward!!"
"Great experience purchasing my first home with Zach Opheim! The process was easy from start to finish, no questions were left unanswered. Thanks Zach and the entire Compass/BDG team!"
"Christina and Darin Cunningham are absolutely the best in the business! We have purchased and sold 3 house with them and every time it has been a flawless experience for us."
"No need to look further, folks. Christina and Darrin are hands down the most knowledgeable realtors in Nashville. You had found your advocate here!"
"Brandon Knox and his team were outstanding from start to finish. Professional, responsive, and strategic. They communicated clearly, handled every detail, and delivered exactly what they promised. Highly recommend."
"BDG partners did an amazing job helping me sell my mother’s house. Brian Merrill is the best realtor you could ask for! He went above and beyond to make everything as smooth as possible every step of the way. I couldn’t be more happier with the outcome. Highly recommend it!!!!"
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Living in The Gulch Nashville TN: A Closer Look at Condos, Lifestyle, and Market Trends

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Why the Luxury Segment Is Moving Differently in the Nashville Real Estate Market

Why the Luxury Segment Is Moving Differently in the Nashville Real Estate Market

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Inflation, Open Houses, and a Very Good Weekend to Be in Nashville

Inflation, Open Houses, and a Very Good Weekend to Be in Nashville

BDG Partners’ April 10, 2026 market recap covers March CPI coming in at 3.3% annually driven by a 10.9% spike in energy costs tied to the US-Iran conflict, a two-week ceasefire that pulled mortgage rates slightly…

Spring in Small Towns Near Nashville: Must-Do Festivals, Blooms & Outdoor Adventures

Spring in Small Towns Near Nashville: Must-Do Festivals, Blooms & Outdoor Adventures

Spring transforms the small towns surrounding Nashville into some of the most rewarding destinations in Middle Tennessee. Within 50 minutes of the city, communities in Maury, Williamson, Robertson, and Bedford counties host annual events that draw…

Nashville Housing Market March 2026: More Inventory, More Options, Less Urgency

Nashville Housing Market March 2026: More Inventory, More Options, Less Urgency

The Greater Nashville Realtors reported 2,752 home closings in March 2026, a 3 percent decline year over year, while active inventory across the nine-county Middle Tennessee region rose 11 percent to 13,694 listings. The median single-family…

BDG Download: Tornadoes, Passionflowers, and $2.8 Billion in New Money

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What Agents Need to Know About Historic Overlays and Zoning in Nashville

What Agents Need to Know About Historic Overlays and Zoning in Nashville

Nashville's historic overlay districts are a design review mechanism, not a development prohibition. The overlay layer is separate from base zoning and governs only exterior appearance visible from a public right-of-way — interior renovations, floor plan…

How a Nashville Real Estate Agent Applies Tech Sales Strategy to Investment Properties, STRs, and Luxury Development

How a Nashville Real Estate Agent Applies Tech Sales Strategy to Investment Properties, STRs, and Luxury Development

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BDG Retrospect | Good News With an Asterisk

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Oracle Layoffs and Nashville Data Center: What It Means for AI Growth and Real Estate

Oracle Layoffs and Nashville Data Center: What It Means for AI Growth and Real Estate

Oracle Corporation has announced layoffs as part of a broader shift toward artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. While workforce reductions are occurring globally, Oracle continues investing in large-scale data center infrastructure, including its planned Nashville campus…

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An east Nashville house that’s remained almost perfectly untouched for the last 64 years. This is exactly the point of a historic overlay: keeping the character and history of certain areas alive as our city grows and matures. #nashvillethenandnow #thenandnow #bdgpartners #realestate #nashvillehistory 3 An east Nashville house that’s remained almost perfectly untouched for the last 64 years. This is exactly the point of a historic overlay: keeping the character and history of certain areas alive as our city grows and matures. #nashvillethenandnow #thenandnow #bdgpartners #realestate #nashvillehistory In 1959, 12South was still shaped by its early 20th-century roots as a streetcar suburb, built for accessibility to downtown Nashville, not for tourism or retail traffic.

Originally developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s along the streetcar line, the area was defined by modest bungalows and small-scale commercial storefronts that served a primarily residential population with locally oriented businesses.

By the late 1950s, broader shifts were already impacting the neighborhood. Post–World War II suburban expansion was drawing residents outward, while increased automobile reliance reduced the importance of streetcar corridors. Many inner-ring neighborhoods in Nashville began to experience disinvestment during this period.

At the same time, Nashville itself was in transition. The city’s population was spreading beyond the urban core, and major infrastructure and roadway investments were reshaping development patterns. Just a few years later, in 1963, Nashville would become the first major U.S. city to consolidate with its county government.

This image captures 12South during that in-between period, after its initial growth and before reinvestment and redevelopment reshaped it into what it is today.

#nashvillehistory #12south #urbanhistory #thenandnow #bdgpartners 4 In 1959, 12South was still shaped by its early 20th-century roots as a streetcar suburb, built for accessibility to downtown Nashville, not for tourism or retail traffic. Originally developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s along the streetcar line, the area was defined by modest bungalows and small-scale commercial… Everyone thinks new builds ruin a neighborhood.

But in areas with historic overlays… that’s not really how it works.

These overlays are designed to keep new construction, renovations, and additions aligned with the existing character of the neighborhood.

So, instead of chaos, you get consistency.

If you’re buying or renovating in Nashville, this is something you need to understand before making a move.

Follow for more breakdowns like the reel linked below on how zoning and development actually work.
#NashvilleRealEstate #HistoricHomes #Zoning #NashvilleHomes #RealEstateTips 4 Everyone thinks new builds ruin a neighborhood. But in areas with historic overlays… that’s not really how it works. These overlays are designed to keep new construction, renovations, and additions aligned with the existing character of the neighborhood. So, instead of chaos, you get consistency. If you’re buying o… Can you believe this was only 47 years ago?

Easter Sunday in Downtown Nashville, 1979.

This photo captures the Easter Day Parade moving through the heart of the city a tradition that brought thousands downtown during a very different era of Nashville.

A few things to notice:

The parade moved down brick-lined streets that were still part of Nashville’s original street grid. Much of downtown was dominated by locally owned shops, offices, and small businesses. The iconic department store era was still fading out, but many storefronts were active. Lower Broadway had not yet become a national tourism destination. Traffic patterns were lighter, and many streets felt more pedestrian-oriented during events like this. The skyline was defined by a handful of mid-rise buildings, not towers. Public gatherings like this were one of the primary ways the city activated downtown. Many of the buildings visible here have since been renovated, repurposed, or replaced. This was before the arena, before the major hotel boom, and before large-scale mixed-use development. Downtown was still primarily a weekday business district outside of events like this. The Cumberland Riverfront had not yet been reimagined into the public space it is today
For decades, Nashville has been evolving block by block. 
The buildings may change, but the energy of this city people gathering, celebrating, and building something together has always been the constant.

What do you think Nashville will look like 20 years from now?

#NashvilleHistory #DowntownNashville #thenandnow#BDGPartners #BuildDevelopGuide 2 Can you believe this was only 47 years ago? Easter Sunday in Downtown Nashville, 1979. This photo captures the Easter Day Parade moving through the heart of the city a tradition that brought thousands downtown during a very different era of Nashville. A few things to notice: The parade moved down brick-lined street… proximity: nearness in space, time, or relationship

This home is a perfect example of why that matters. Set in the middle of a growing pocket where things are coming together fast, you’re close to the places you actually go every day, without giving up that tucked away feeling when you’re home.

At 2202 Old Matthews Rd, you get the best of both worlds.  A well-positioned home in a location that’s only getting better.

#bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #nashvillerealestate #realestateinvesting proximity: nearness in space, time, or relationship This home is a perfect example of why that matters. Set in the middle of a growing pocket where things are coming together fast, you’re close to the places you actually go every day, without giving up that tucked away feeling when you’re home. At 2202 Old Matthews R… Check out the wheels on the BDG team! Not all of our foot speed is elite, but the hustle to serve our clients will always be there. #bdgpartners #fullspeed #nashvillerealestate 11 Check out the wheels on the BDG team! Not all of our foot speed is elite, but the hustle to serve our clients will always be there. #bdgpartners #fullspeed #nashvillerealestate Nashville has changed so much in just the last 15 years that it’s difficult to imagine what the city must have felt like in the 1930s. You have to wonder what the same view could look like in 2036 as our city continues to grow and change… #nashvillehistory #nashvillethenandnow #bdgpartners 2 Nashville has changed so much in just the last 15 years that it’s difficult to imagine what the city must have felt like in the 1930s. You have to wonder what the same view could look like in 2036 as our city continues to grow and change… #nashvillehistory #nashvillethenandnow #bdgpartners Nashville needs about 90,000 more homes over the next decade.

One of the biggest factors determining what actually gets built in the city is zoning.

Zoning determines what can be built on a piece of land. Single family homes. Duplexes. Apartments. Mixed use buildings.

In Nashville, those rules appear as short zoning codes like: 
- RS
- R
- RM
- OR
- SP

Each of these zoning districts allows different types of housing and development.

But Nashville didn’t always have zoning.

The city adopted its first zoning ordinance in 1933 after rapid growth created conflicts between residential neighborhoods, businesses, and industrial uses.

Today zoning is once again at the center of the housing conversation as the city looks for ways to meet housing demand.

Understanding how the zoning code works is one of the keys to understanding how Nashville grows.

How do you think Nashville should balance housing growth and neighborhood character?

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#housingpolicy
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#bdgpartners 12 Nashville needs about 90,000 more homes over the next decade. One of the biggest factors determining what actually gets built in the city is zoning. Zoning determines what can be built on a piece of land. Single family homes. Duplexes. Apartments. Mixed use buildings. In Nashville, those rules appear as short zoning… Team meeting was a field trip to Top Golf. I know nothing about golf, but someone has to be the peanut gallery. Who did the best? #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #themasters #pga 18 Team meeting was a field trip to Top Golf. I know nothing about golf, but someone has to be the peanut gallery. Who did the best? #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #themasters #pga Strong projects start with the right partnership.
For nearly a decade, @brandoncknox and @timosix_nashville have been building more than homes across Nashville.
What started with a single lot in East Nashville has grown into more than 60 homes together in neighborhoods like Germantown, Sylvan Park, and 12 South.
Along the way, they have built something just as important: trust, shared vision, and a commitment to doing things the right way.
When the partnership works, the projects do too.
#knoxopensdoors #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #nashvillenewconstruction #nashvillerealestate Strong projects start with the right partnership. For nearly a decade, @brandoncknox and @timosix_nashville have been building more than homes across Nashville. What started with a single lot in East Nashville has grown into more than 60 homes together in neighborhoods like Germantown, Sylvan Park, and 12 South. Along … “Tall and skinnies.”
In Nashville, those two words start arguments.
But the houses themselves aren’t the real story: the real story is the legal structure behind them.
Definition: A Horizontal Property Regime (HPR) is a legal property ownership structure that allows multiple homes to exist on a single parcel of land while each homeowner owns their individual dwelling.
Many of the homes people call “tall and skinny homes” are built using this structure.
While HPR development is common in Nashville, that system is illegal in many American cities.
The legal framework for how land can be used here dates back to the 1933 Nashville Zoning Act, which established the basic structure for zoning inside the city.
For many years, two-family homes had to be physically connected, something agents and builders often referred to as being “tethered together.”
Then in 2014, Metro Nashville updated its zoning rules and began allowing two detached homes on a single lot under certain conditions.
After that change, and as Nashville’s population boomed, the number of homes built using the HPR structure expanded rapidly.
Some residents argue these homes change the character or scale of older neighborhoods.
Others point out that without HPR development, Nashville may not have met the housing demand created by its rapid growth.
Love them or hate them, Horizontal Property Regimes have become one of the primary ways Nashville has added housing inside existing neighborhoods.
So what do you think?
Are tall and skinny homes a smart way for a growing city to add housing, or do they change neighborhoods too much?
#NashvilleRealEstate
#TallAndSkinnyHomes
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#UrbanDevelopment #bdgpartners 20 “Tall and skinnies.” In Nashville, those two words start arguments. But the houses themselves aren’t the real story: the real story is the legal structure behind them. Definition: A Horizontal Property Regime (HPR) is a legal property ownership structure that allows multiple homes to exist on a single parcel of land wh… Nashville has a way of drawing people in.

For the music. For the food. For the weddings and long weekends with friends.
And when people come… they tend to stay a while.
It’s part of the reason well-located short-term rentals continue to attract so much attention from investors.
BDG Partners currently has a private exclusive designed with that kind of stay in mind.
If you’re looking at STR opportunities in Nashville, DM “BNB.”
#NashvilleRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting#BDGPartners 5 Nashville has a way of drawing people in. For the music. For the food. For the weddings and long weekends with friends. And when people come… they tend to stay a while. It’s part of the reason well-located short-term rentals continue to attract so much attention from investors. BDG Partners currently has a private exc…
bdgpartners An east Nashville house that’s remained almost perfectly untouched for the last 64 years. This is exactly the point of a historic overlay: keeping the character and history of certain areas alive as our city grows and matures. #nashvillethenandnow #thenandnow #bdgpartners #realestate #nashvillehistory
That made me chuckle 🤭
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Sometimes.
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bdgpartners In 1959, 12South was still shaped by its early 20th-century roots as a streetcar suburb, built for accessibility to downtown Nashville, not for tourism or retail traffic. Originally developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s along the streetcar line, the area was defined by modest bungalows and small-scale commercial storefronts that served a primarily residential population with locally oriented businesses. By the late 1950s, broader shifts were already impacting the neighborhood. Post–World War II suburban expansion was drawing residents outward, while increased automobile reliance reduced the importance of streetcar corridors. Many inner-ring neighborhoods in Nashville began to experience disinvestment during this period. At the same time, Nashville itself was in transition. The city’s population was spreading beyond the urban core, and major infrastructure and roadway investments were reshaping development patterns. Just a few years later, in 1963, Nashville would become the first major U.S. city to consolidate with its county government. This image captures 12South during that in-between period, after its initial growth and before reinvestment and redevelopment reshaped it into what it is today. #nashvillehistory #12south #urbanhistory #thenandnow #bdgpartners
Trash day in 2026!
@grantlandhammond 😂 some things never change, I guess
The trees are so cool
Cool to see how those trees grew over time
bdgpartners Everyone thinks new builds ruin a neighborhood. But in areas with historic overlays… that’s not really how it works. These overlays are designed to keep new construction, renovations, and additions aligned with the existing character of the neighborhood. So, instead of chaos, you get consistency. If you’re buying or renovating in Nashville, this is something you need to understand before making a move. Follow for more breakdowns like the reel linked below on how zoning and development actually work. #NashvilleRealEstate #HistoricHomes #Zoning #NashvilleHomes #RealEstateTips
Excellent intel
Great info Christie!
Very informative! Are there other kinds of overlays besides historic?
@passiveonluukr there sure are! Stay tuned if you want to learn more about them
bdgpartners Can you believe this was only 47 years ago? Easter Sunday in Downtown Nashville, 1979. This photo captures the Easter Day Parade moving through the heart of the city a tradition that brought thousands downtown during a very different era of Nashville. A few things to notice: The parade moved down brick-lined streets that were still part of Nashville’s original street grid. Much of downtown was dominated by locally owned shops, offices, and small businesses. The iconic department store era was still fading out, but many storefronts were active. Lower Broadway had not yet become a national tourism destination. Traffic patterns were lighter, and many streets felt more pedestrian-oriented during events like this. The skyline was defined by a handful of mid-rise buildings, not towers. Public gatherings like this were one of the primary ways the city activated downtown. Many of the buildings visible here have since been renovated, repurposed, or replaced. This was before the arena, before the major hotel boom, and before large-scale mixed-use development. Downtown was still primarily a weekday business district outside of events like this. The Cumberland Riverfront had not yet been reimagined into the public space it is today For decades, Nashville has been evolving block by block. The buildings may change, but the energy of this city people gathering, celebrating, and building something together has always been the constant. What do you think Nashville will look like 20 years from now? #NashvilleHistory #DowntownNashville #thenandnow #BDGPartners #BuildDevelopGuide
Crazy how much it’s has changed AND stayed the same.
So cool how the older structures nestle into the newer stuff
bdgpartners proximity: nearness in space, time, or relationship This home is a perfect example of why that matters. Set in the middle of a growing pocket where things are coming together fast, you’re close to the places you actually go every day, without giving up that tucked away feeling when you’re home. At 2202 Old Matthews Rd, you get the best of both worlds. A well-positioned home in a location that’s only getting better. #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #nashvillerealestate #realestateinvesting
bdgpartners Check out the wheels on the BDG team! Not all of our foot speed is elite, but the hustle to serve our clients will always be there. #bdgpartners #fullspeed #nashvillerealestate
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Is @sgerardy in this video or was she so fast I missed it 💨💨
@jackie_stevens fast af!! 🔥
@sgerardy 🔥
We also all learned @oj.petre has wheels!! 💨💨
I still hurt
bdgpartners Nashville has changed so much in just the last 15 years that it’s difficult to imagine what the city must have felt like in the 1930s. You have to wonder what the same view could look like in 2036 as our city continues to grow and change… #nashvillehistory #nashvillethenandnow #bdgpartners
Kind’ve cool that the streetlights still look the same
@passiveonluukr I guess some things never change 🤷‍♂️
bdgpartners Nashville needs about 90,000 more homes over the next decade. One of the biggest factors determining what actually gets built in the city is zoning. Zoning determines what can be built on a piece of land. Single family homes. Duplexes. Apartments. Mixed use buildings. In Nashville, those rules appear as short zoning codes like: - RS - R - RM - OR - SP Each of these zoning districts allows different types of housing and development. But Nashville didn’t always have zoning. The city adopted its first zoning ordinance in 1933 after rapid growth created conflicts between residential neighborhoods, businesses, and industrial uses. Today zoning is once again at the center of the housing conversation as the city looks for ways to meet housing demand. Understanding how the zoning code works is one of the keys to understanding how Nashville grows. How do you think Nashville should balance housing growth and neighborhood character? #nashvillerealestate #nashvillezoning #housingpolicy #urbanplanning #bdgpartners
Nope. Signed locals
Great video, brother.
When are we going to stop pretending like Growth Is Good. . Find me some local politician who run on no new building and they have my vote.
@mattwingo that’s an interesting perspective
@sadman527 - well, not trying to be mean, but a lot of us originals are sick of all the transplants (including you) commercializing our way of life / home and wrecking it with postage stamp lots where good family farms used to be
@mattwingo very interested you chime in on things you know nothing about! I actually am very active in keeping farm ground throughout middle Tennessee. I have a cattle herd and occupy about 600 acres of farm ground. Please do research before you impose your thoughts and disgruntled opinions. I do bet you enjoy the value of your home currently more than you did 10 years ago. Thanks for your southern hospitality!
How long have you lived in Nashville?
@sophie33014 16 years
Love the city history, great video Spence!
bdgpartners Team meeting was a field trip to Top Golf. I know nothing about golf, but someone has to be the peanut gallery. Who did the best? #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #themasters #pga
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@sgerardy with the best form 👌
@myranim my girl 🥰 did you see that @willandrews.nashville
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Great day! BDG Team coming to a golf scramble near you!! 🤘🏽
Where is big guy ?!
@valormediatn on vacation. All is well 😊
bdgpartners Strong projects start with the right partnership. For nearly a decade, @brandoncknox and @timosix_nashville have been building more than homes across Nashville. What started with a single lot in East Nashville has grown into more than 60 homes together in neighborhoods like Germantown, Sylvan Park, and 12 South. Along the way, they have built something just as important: trust, shared vision, and a commitment to doing things the right way. When the partnership works, the projects do too. #knoxopensdoors #bdgpartners #builddevelopguide #nashvillenewconstruction #nashvillerealestate
bdgpartners “Tall and skinnies.” In Nashville, those two words start arguments. But the houses themselves aren’t the real story: the real story is the legal structure behind them. Definition: A Horizontal Property Regime (HPR) is a legal property ownership structure that allows multiple homes to exist on a single parcel of land while each homeowner owns their individual dwelling. Many of the homes people call “tall and skinny homes” are built using this structure. While HPR development is common in Nashville, that system is illegal in many American cities. The legal framework for how land can be used here dates back to the 1933 Nashville Zoning Act, which established the basic structure for zoning inside the city. For many years, two-family homes had to be physically connected, something agents and builders often referred to as being “tethered together.” Then in 2014, Metro Nashville updated its zoning rules and began allowing two detached homes on a single lot under certain conditions. After that change, and as Nashville’s population boomed, the number of homes built using the HPR structure expanded rapidly. Some residents argue these homes change the character or scale of older neighborhoods. Others point out that without HPR development, Nashville may not have met the housing demand created by its rapid growth. Love them or hate them, Horizontal Property Regimes have become one of the primary ways Nashville has added housing inside existing neighborhoods. So what do you think? Are tall and skinny homes a smart way for a growing city to add housing, or do they change neighborhoods too much? #NashvilleRealEstate #TallAndSkinnyHomes #HorizontalPropertyRegime #UrbanDevelopment #bdgpartners
what an awesome video breaking it down. Thank you sir!
🌴🌴🌴 You know I thought I knew it all the years of my both buying and selling real estate AND THEN Alongs DARIN WHO JUST KNOWS ENOUGH TO HANG ME OUT TO DRY 😮😮😮😮❗️. So many. Thank you’s” Darin Cunningham and Christina Cunningham for always taking care of me and my many real estate transactions that’s you’ve helped buy and sell my in investment. Blessings,Carlos ✝️🙏❤️😊🇺🇸
@carlosolrac we miss you!!! 😘 thank you for the kind words.
How can you build 2 homes in a RS zoning? Following.
@webjr55alive rezone
@sydneysellsnashville I agree but my council person wouldn’t approve. Staff approved.
Nice job
Buy at high cost for a fraction of the space
bdgpartners Nashville has a way of drawing people in. For the music. For the food. For the weddings and long weekends with friends. And when people come… they tend to stay a while. It’s part of the reason well-located short-term rentals continue to attract so much attention from investors. BDG Partners currently has a private exclusive designed with that kind of stay in mind. If you’re looking at STR opportunities in Nashville, DM “BNB.” #NashvilleRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #BDGPartners
cutest looking place!
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BNB
Love that rooftop patio!
Nashville really has some unbeatable sunsets in spring and summer 😍
family morning in the kitchen
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