How Walkable is Smyrna, TN?
Home to a Nissan manufacturing plant and a growing residential base, Smyrna, TN near Nashville, TN has a Walk Score of 20. Almost all daily errands require a car. The town's industrial presence has shaped its development around employment centers rather than walkable streets.
Walkability in the Nashville area
Smyrna's 20 sits below the Nashville metro average of 29 and most of the comparison cities. Franklin (23), Murfreesboro (25), and Gallatin (24) all score slightly higher. Clarksville (18) and Hendersonville (14) are somewhat less walkable.
Smyrna grew around industrial employment, with Sam Ridley Parkway connecting residential subdivisions to major employers. The city has a small historic downtown area that offers limited walkable retail, but the majority of commerce happens along the parkway in car-oriented strip centers.
What a Walk Score of 20 means
Smyrna's Walk Score of 20 means nearly all errands require driving. The small downtown has a few walkable blocks, but daily life for most residents revolves around car trips. The bike score of 32 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure) reflects some greenway development. The transit score of 5 (Minimal Transit) means public transportation is essentially nonexistent.
Why do buyers choose Smyrna?
Smyrna offers mid-range pricing with strong employment access. The median sale price of $419,790 is down about 2% year over year. Homes spend 55 days on market with about 16% selling above asking. The market has 4.3 months of supply and about 25% of listings go pending within two weeks.
At $419,790, Smyrna sits between La Vergne ($372,813) and Murfreesboro ($428,790) in price with walkability between the two as well. The Nissan plant and nearby employers make Smyrna practical for workers who want a short commute to the industrial corridor. Buyers prioritize proximity to jobs and affordable housing over walkable streets.
| City/Neighborhood | Walk Score | Bike Score | Transit Score | Median Price | Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna ★ | 20 | 32 | 5 | $419,790 | 55 days |
| Clarksville | 18 | 27 | — | $314,842 | 71 days |
| Franklin | 23 | 30 | — | $869,565 | 47 days |
| Columbia | 24 | 27 | — | $384,807 | 77 days |
| Gallatin | 24 | 36 | — | $439,780 | 76 days |
| Murfreesboro | 25 | 38 | — | $428,790 | 61 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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