How Walkable is Hendersonville, TN?
Situated along the Cumberland River, Hendersonville, TN near Nashville earns a Walk Score of just 14. Almost all daily errands require a car in this north Nashville suburb. The city developed as a lakeside community where lakefront living and residential neighborhoods took priority over pedestrian infrastructure.
Walkability in the Nashville area
Hendersonville's 14 falls well below the Nashville metro average of 29. among Nashville-area suburbs, only Brentwood (4), La Vergne (10), and Spring Hill (11) score lower. Gallatin (24) and Murfreesboro (25), both nearby, are roughly 70% more walkable by the numbers.
Hendersonville grew along the lake and Route 31E/Vietnam Veterans Boulevard, a wide arterial built for traffic speed. Commercial areas cluster at intersections rather than forming continuous walkable corridors. The lakefront provides recreational paths but not practical transportation alternatives.
What a Walk Score of 14 means
Hendersonville's Walk Score of 14 means a car is necessary for all practical purposes. Distances between home and any commercial destination are too great for walking. The bike score of 24 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure) reflects a lack of dedicated cycling routes. No transit score is available, consistent with the absence of public bus service.
Why do buyers choose Hendersonville?
Hendersonville attracts buyers seeking lake proximity and established residential neighborhoods north of Nashville. The median sale price of $533,233 is up 6% year over year. Homes spend a median of 64 days on market with about 14% selling above asking. The market has 4.4 months of supply and about 28% of listings go pending within two weeks.
At $533,233, Hendersonville costs more than Murfreesboro ($428,790) or Gallatin ($439,780), both of which have higher Walk Scores. The premium reflects lake access and proximity to Nashville rather than walkability. Buyers here have accepted that a car is essential and prioritize the natural setting and suburban space.
| City/Neighborhood | Walk Score | Bike Score | Transit Score | Median Price | Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville ★ | 14 | 24 | — | $533,233 | 64 days |
| Spring Hill | 11 | 24 | — | $532,348 | 62 days |
| La Vergne | 10 | 25 | — | $372,813 | 60 days |
| Clarksville | 18 | 27 | — | $314,842 | 71 days |
| Smyrna | 20 | 32 | 5 | $419,790 | 55 days |
| Franklin | 23 | 30 | — | $869,565 | 47 days |
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 July 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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