Real Deal Column

Access to affordable housing is a cornerstone of a strong and successful community. It affects nearly every part of our economy, from how businesses recruit and retain workers to the overall quality of life for residents.

As we move through the final quarter of 2025, it is a good time to take stock of where Nashville’s economy and housing market stand. According to the latest data from our partners at the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, the region continues to demonstrate solid economic fundamentals that are helping create a more balanced housing market and more opportunities for buyers.

As a REALTOR® for more than a decade, I have both experienced and heard from countless residents about the growing challenge of affordability in our city—especially when it comes to housing.

The housing market this year, on a national scale, has been unpredictable—especially for sellers. Many homes are staying on the market longer than in previous years, prompting some sellers to lower their prices or even pull their listings altogether. Others, particularly those who’ve priced competitively, are still selling within weeks and with few complications.

When it comes to making a purchase, whether it’s clothes, sneakers, or a car, new items typically come with a higher price tag than used ones. For those of us who came of age before the internet era, you may have shopped at vintage stores, flea markets, or estate sales to find a good deal without paying full price for something brand new.

Purchasing or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions most people will ever make. Today, much of that process happens online. For many buyers and sellers, it may also be the first time navigating a complex, fast-moving transaction—one that can be exciting, emotional, and unfamiliar.

Real estate has always been and will always be a relationship-based business. At its core, this industry is built on connections, especially at the hyper-local level. A good REALTOR® doesn’t just know the market conditions; they know the people who make up the community.

The future of real estate in Nashville looks bright and last week’s Greater Nashville REALTORS® Summit at the Belmont Fisher Center made that clear. Now in its second year, the event brought together some of the most talented in our industry to share best practices, highlight emerging trends and strategic tools like AI, so REALTORS® can deliver the best possible experience to Middle Tennessee residents buying or selling a home.