How Competitive is the Goodlettsville, TN Housing Market?
Goodlettsville, a city near Nashville, TN, is a moderately competitive housing market. About 11% of homes sold above list price in the 3 months ending June 2026, but 46% of listings went under contract within two weeks—the highest rate among Nashville-metro cities tracked here.
The National Picture
Goodlettsville's off-market-in-two-weeks rate of 45.7% far exceeds the national 30.4%, indicating that homes here attract buyers quickly even though bidding wars are uncommon. The 11.3% sold-above rate sits below the national 24.6%, and its 53-day median is close to the national 50. This is a market that moves fast at the listing level but doesn't force buyers to bid over asking to win.
Quick Contracts Without the Bidding War Premium
The contrast is stark: nearly half of Goodlettsville listings go under contract in 14 days, yet only 11% sell above asking. Nearby Inglewood (42% off-market rate, 22% sold above) generates both speed and overbidding; Goodlettsville achieves speed without the price premium. For buyers, this means you need to act fast but likely won't have to stretch beyond asking to secure a home.
Why is Goodlettsville Moderately Competitive?
Goodlettsville is moderately competitive because competition has cooled sharply from a year ago as supply expanded faster than demand. The sold-above rate dropped 11.5 percentage points year over year—the largest decline of any location tracked here. Active listings surged 23% to 173, flooding the market with choices. Yet the fast off-market rate persists because the median price of $430,000 and proximity to Nashville keep buyer interest high. With 4.9 months of supply, well-priced homes move quickly while overpriced listings accumulate, creating a two-speed market where pricing accuracy determines everything.
Nearby Neighborhoods
| Neighborhood | Sold Above List | Sale-to-List | Days on Market | Off Market in 2 Wks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodlettsville | 11.3% | 98.1% | 53 days | 45.7% |
| Madison | 15.8% | 98.5% | 52 days | 42.2% |
| East Nashville | 15.8% | 98.1% | 54 days | 37.0% |
| Inglewood | 22.1% | 98.1% | 40 days | 41.8% |
| Donelson-Hermitage-Old Hickory | 16.7% | 98.0% | 59 days | 28.8% |
| Urbandale Nations | 11.5% | 97.6% | 55 days | 38.5% |
Limited to neighborhoods with at least 10 home sales in the period.
All data comes from Redfin and represents a three-month rolling average ending June 2026. This article has been generated, in whole or in part, using generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology, with input from Redfin head of economics research Chen Zhao. While efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of this information, you should independently verify all data, facts, and citations contained in this article before relying on it for any purpose. This information is not a substitute for advice from a real estate agent, financial advisor, or other licensed professional. Check the Redfin Data Center for additional in-depth housing market data.
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