681 James Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
681 James Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, Pending at $375,000 ($375/sq ft). 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft · $375/sqft · 0.18 ac.
681 James Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, Pending at $375,000 ($375/sq ft). 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft · $375/sqft · 0.18 ac.
Pending · $375,000
MLS #3320193 · listed June 18, 2026 · 93 days on market · updated October 22, 2026
3-bed, 1-bath home at 681 James Ave in West Nashville Annex, Nashville, 1,000 sqft, $375,000 ($375/sqft), by Parks Compass.
Status: this home is currently under contract, per Realtracs as of October 22, 2026.
681 James Ave is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Nashville, TN 37209, offered at $375,000, about $375/sq ft across 1,000 sq ft.
At $375/sq ft, this home is about 15% above the Nashville 37209 median list price per square foot of $327.
Recently sold in Nashville 37209: 103 comparable homes from $250,000 to $505,000, a median of $324/sq ft; this listing at $375/sq ft is about 16% above recent sold prices.
Market read: the Nashville 37209 homes market is balanced as of October 12, 2026, at about 4.1 months of inventory; recent sales have closed near 98.2% of list in the 12 months to October 23, 2026.
All-in, about $2,555/mo at 20% down (7.30% 30-year fixed).
Beyond principal and interest, the recurring carrying costs on this home (property tax, insurance) run about $498/mo, roughly 19% of the all-in monthly payment.
At the current 7.30% 30-year rate, principal and interest on this home runs about $2,057/mo; at the 6.81% rate of about three months ago it would be roughly $1,958/mo, so monthly P&I is about $99 higher now.
School zone: assigned to Charlotte Park Elementary, H. G. Hill Middle, James Lawson High School. Attendance zones can change; verify current assignment with the district.
Next step: ask Grant Hammond anything about 681 James Ave (comps, HOA, tours) and he replies personally, usually same day.
Analysis by Grant Hammond, Compass RE. Figures as of October 22, 2026. Realtracs via IDX.
This is a standard residential home, not a permitted short-term rental.
More context: homes for sale in Nashville.
Grab your records and come on down to James Avenue! Prime opportunity for a value-add with a few updates or live in the vintage splendor just as it is! Zoned R8, this lot lends many future possibilities. With its mid century layout, defined spaces, hardwood floors under the carpet, unadulterated brick, and vintage parquet you'll be rolling in the retro while enjoying the convenience of new stainless appliances, fresh paint throughout, newer cabinets in the kitchen, and a deep pantry for the foodie! Spend the upcoming autumn around the fire pit in your fully fenced back yard and savor the last days of summer on your grill-ready back deck with a private and verdant tree line around the property. Truly, this location is slated for growth: situated in the thick of Charlotte Park and 1 street away from The Nations, you'll enjoy the close proximity to both neighborhoods with sidewalks leading you to acclaimed eateries, darling retail, cool coffee shops, multiple gyms, and, most importantly, the thriving community of Charlotte Park! Welcome home, neighbor!
Listing remarks via the Realtracs Internet Data Exchange.
Complete reported fields for 681 James Ave (reference).
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pending | |||
| Under contract | |||
| Listed | $375,000 | ||
| Deed recorded | $300,000 | ||
| Deed recorded | $122,000 | ||
| Deed recorded | $102,000 | ||
| Quitclaim deed | $0 |
Listed June 18, 2026, this listing was on the market 93 days before it went under contract. It went under contract on September 19, 2026 and has been pending, no longer showing, since October 22, 2026.
County assessment from Davidson County public records; listing-cycle history tracked by the GH Market Engine.
The Davidson County Assessor's appraised value of 681 James Ave by year: $72,800 in 1999 to $395,300 in 2025, a change of +443%. Appraised value is the county's figure for taxation, not a market value or a sale price.
| Year | Land | Building | Yard items | Total | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $280,000 | $115,300 | $0 | $395,300 | ROLL |
| 2021 | $100,000 | $136,700 | $0 | $236,700 | ROLL |
| 2017 | $83,000 | $77,600 | $0 | $160,600 | ROLL |
| 2013 | $18,000 | $88,100 | $0 | $106,100 | ROLL |
| 2009 | $24,000 | $76,200 | $0 | $100,200 | ROLL |
| 2005 | $19,000 | $59,400 | $0 | $78,400 | ROLL |
| 2001 | $14,500 | $52,100 | $0 | $66,600 | ROLL |
| 2000 | $12,000 | $60,800 | $0 | $72,800 | ROLL |
| 1999 | $12,000 | $60,800 | $0 | $72,800 | ROLL |
Source: Davidson County Assessor of Property, historical appraisal record, as recorded; totals are the county's own figures. Davidson County reappraises every four years (most recently 2025); other years reflect changes recorded between reappraisals.
Estimated monthly ownership for 681 James Ave at $375,000: principal & interest, property tax, insurance. Estimate only; not a loan offer.
| List price | $375,000 |
|---|---|
| Property tax basis | Assessed value × 25% (TN residential ratio) × the Metro Nashville / Davidson County rate |
Estimated total monthly payment for 681 James Ave is about $2,555/mo, 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 7.30% (a conforming loan), including principal & interest $2,057, estimated property tax $220, homeowners insurance $278. Estimate only; not a loan offer.
| Principal & interest | $2,057/mo |
|---|---|
| Property tax (est.) | $220/mo |
| Homeowners insurance (est.) | $278/mo |
| Estimated total | $2,555/mo |
Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 7.30% (Mortgage News Daily, as of October 22, 2026). Property tax uses the Davidson County Urban Services District rate at the 25% TN residential ratio. Estimate only; not a loan offer or appraisal. Enable JavaScript to adjust down payment, term, loan type, and rate.
| 30-year rate | Principal & interest | Est. total / mo | vs current |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.30% | $1,857/mo | $2,355/mo | -$200/mo |
| 6.80% | $1,956/mo | $2,454/mo | -$101/mo |
| 7.30% | $2,057/mo | $2,555/mo | current |
| 7.80% | $2,160/mo | $2,658/mo | +$103/mo |
| 8.30% | $2,264/mo | $2,762/mo | +$207/mo |
Principal & interest on a 30-year fixed at 20% down ($300,000 loan), with property tax, insurance held constant at $498/mo. Current 30-year fixed 7.30% (Mortgage News Daily, as of October 22, 2026). Estimate only; not a loan offer.
Owning 681 James Ave runs about $2,555/mo all-in, from the payment estimate above. Whether buying beats renting turns on how long you stay, how fast prices and rents move, and the rent you would otherwise pay. Turn on JavaScript to model those assumptions and find the year buying pulls ahead.
Method: net cost to own equals down payment plus about 3% closing plus payments made, minus equity built (principal paid and appreciation) and about 7% exit costs, measured against cumulative rent. Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable. Estimate only; not financial advice.
| Metric | This home | Nashville 37209 active | Recently sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price / sq ft | $375 | $327 median | - |
| Price position | 66th pctile | +15% vs median | - |
This listing beside the active Nashville 37209 market and recent recorded closings. Computed by Grant Hammond from Realtracs via IDX, as of October 24, 2026.
This listing beside the active Nashville 37209 market and recent recorded closings. Computed by Grant Hammond from Realtracs via IDX, as of October 23, 2026.
Among the active homes in Nashville 37209, this home at $375/sq ft falls in the 66th percentile on price per square foot.
Computed by Grant Hammond from the active Nashville 37209 comparables (Realtracs via IDX), as of October 24, 2026, refreshed weekly.
Median list price per square foot for active single-family homes by high-school attendance zone. Attendance zones cross city mailing lines; this is a price comparison, not a rating.
| High-school zone | Median $/sq ft |
|---|---|
| Hillsboro | $460/sq ft |
| Stratford | $369/sq ft |
| Pearl-Cohn | $318/sq ft |
| Maplewood | $317/sq ft |
| Glencliff | $282/sq ft |
| James Lawson | $273/sq ft |
| John Overton | $263/sq ft |
| McGavock | $236/sq ft |
| Hunters Lane | $233/sq ft |
| Whites Creek | $233/sq ft |
| Cane Ridge | $220/sq ft |
| Antioch | $212/sq ft |
Computed by Grant Hammond from active Davidson County listings (Realtracs via IDX).
| Active listings | 152 in Nashville 37209 homes |
|---|---|
| Recent absorption | about 37.1 sales / mo |
| Months of inventory | 4.1 months, a balanced market |
Over the past 12 months, homes in Nashville 37209 homes sold at about 98.2% of list price.
Recorded sales in Nashville 37209 homes: 500 in the past 12 months.
Supply-side and recent-sale context for Nashville 37209 homes. Sale figures are trailing 6/12/24-month medians of recorded Nashville 37209 homes closings. Source Realtracs via IDX, as of October 12, 2026.
681 James Ave sits in West Nashville Annex, Nashville, Davidson County.
In Nashville 37209, homes there are priced around $327 per square foot; inventory in Nashville 37209 homes is running at about 4.1 months, a balanced market; recent sales closed near 98.2% of list price; 103 sales have been recorded in the past year.
Neighborhood housing-market facts computed by Grant Hammond from Realtracs via IDX, as of October 23, 2026.
Approximately 5.0 miles from downtown Nashville (straight-line distance).
681 James Ave is zoned for Charlotte Park Elementary, H. G. Hill Middle, James Lawson High School. Attendance zones and enrollment change, confirm current zoning with the Metro Nashville Public Schools district before relying on it.
Get the full details, recent comparable sales, and any off-market options for 681 James Ave - plus tour times if you want them. Grant Hammond, Compass RE, replies personally, usually the same day.
Comparable listings near 681 James Ave, by price and size.
Listed by Crystal Morgan, Parks Compass. Properties marked with the MTRMLS logo are provided courtesy of the Realtracs Internet Data Exchange Program. Information believed accurate but not guaranteed. IDX by Diverse Solutions.
Nashville housing market 2026 outlook shows rising inventory, rate-sensitive buyers, and county-level divergence between Davidson and Williamson Counties.
September 2026 Middle Tennessee real estate data shows active inventory up 8% year over year to 14,249 homes, months of supply at 5.41, and the average sale price up 5% to $631,993 while the median rose 2% to $444,169. Preliminary closings and listing counts will revise; this post updates October 9. Analysis covers Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson, and Maury Counties.
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As of the latest update (October 22, 2026), 681 James Ave, Nashville is under contract and no longer being shown, per Realtracs. Contact Grant Hammond, Compass RE, for current availability.
681 James Ave was listed on June 18, 2026 and went under contract on September 19, 2026, after 93 days on the market, per Realtracs.
No. The asking price has been $375,000 since it was listed on June 18, 2026.
681 James Ave, Nashville is listed at $375,000, about $375 per square foot across 1,000 square feet.
3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
About $375 per square foot ($375,000 across 1,000 sqft).
681 James Ave, Nashville was built in 1971.
No garage is reported in the listing.
No HOA dues are reported for this home.
681 James Ave, Nashville is in the West Nashville Annex subdivision of Nashville.
About $2,555 a month with 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 7.30%, principal and interest $2,057, estimated property tax $220, insurance $278. Estimate only; not a loan offer. Adjust the down payment, term, loan type, and rate in the financing calculator on this page.
681 James Ave, Nashville is zoned for Charlotte Park Elementary, H. G. Hill Middle, James Lawson High School. Attendance zones and enrollment change, verify current zoning with the Metro Nashville Public Schools district.
No, 681 James Ave, Nashville is a standard residential home, not a permitted short-term rental. Ask Grant Hammond about STR-eligible inventory if that is your goal.
Request a time using the tour form on this page (in-person or a live video walkthrough), or call or text Grant Hammond, Compass RE, at (615) 945-7123. Most showings are confirmed within 24 to 48 hours.
Grant Hammond, Compass RE, can prepare and present your offer, walk you through price, contingencies, and timeline, and represent you through closing. Start with the form on this page or call (615) 945-7123. Broker fees are not set by law and are fully negotiable.
Yes. This page shows the full photo set and reported MLS fields; contact Grant Hammond, Compass RE, for a disclosure packet, recent comparable sales, and any off-market options.
Grant Hammond, Compass RE (TN Broker), with 25+ years and $1B+ in Middle Tennessee sales. Use the tour or question form on this page.
At about $375 per square foot, 681 James Ave, Nashville ranks in the 66th percentile of active Nashville 37209 listings by price per square foot, roughly 15% above the Nashville 37209 median; recent comparable sales in Nashville 37209 closed near $324 per square foot. This is comp-based analysis by Grant Hammond, Compass RE, not an appraisal.
The Nashville 37209 homes market is currently balanced, at about 4.1 months of inventory; recent sales have closed near 98.2% of list price over the past year, per Realtracs as of October 12, 2026.
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