Bennie Dillon

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Bennie Dillon at 700 Church Street is a 1927 renaissance revival landmark in Midtown edge, Downtown Nashville, renovated by Giarratana Development, holding 86 residential units across 12 stories, with a unit mix spanning Studio through 2-bedroom lofts. Over the trailing 18 months, 13 closed sales record at the building, with a 2-BR median of $625,000 and a median days-on-market of 9 days. Active May 2026 inventory includes 6 listings.

For context, the Bennie Dillon building is the only early-20th-century renaissance revival high-rise in Nashville listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For broader context, see how Bennie Dillon compares to neighboring downtown buildings including Watauga, Viridian.

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What Is Bennie Dillon?

Currently, Bennie Dillon is a 1927 renaissance revival landmark at 700 Church Street. The building holds 86 residential units across 12 stories, with a unit mix spanning Studio through 2-bedroom lofts.

Originally built in 1927, the building converted to residential lofts in 1984 and underwent a full renovation in 1999 under Giarratana Development. The Bennie Dillon is the only early-20th-century renaissance revival high-rise in Nashville listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

For context, the Church Street corridor at this stretch anchors a working mix of state government, hospital district employment, downtown corporate offices, and hospitality. Within a five-minute walk, residents reach the State Capitol grounds and the Music Row corridor.

At a Glance
Address: 700 Church Street, Nashville, TN 37203

Year completed: 1927 (residential conversion 1984; renovation 1999)

Stories: 12

Total units: 86

Unit mix: Studio through 2-bedroom lofts

Parent neighborhood: Midtown edge / Church Street corridor

Closed sales (trailing 18 months): 13

Closed price range: $275,000 to $625,000

Median closed price: $350,000

Median DOM: 9 days

Active May 2026 inventory: 6 listings

Active list price range: $324,900 to $434,900

National Register of Historic Places: listed

Bennie Dillon Condo Prices in 2026

For context, Bennie Dillon trades in the entry to mid-tier downtown condo band reflective of its 1927 vintage, 12-story footprint, and 86-unit count. The trailing 18 months record 13 closed sales spanning $275,000 to $625,000, with a median closed price of $350,000 and a median 9-day DOM.

Median DOM at 9 days places Bennie Dillon fast relative to the downtown Nashville condo range — one of the fastest-moving downtown condo buildings in the trailing 18 months.

• 1-bedroom closings: 12 closed sales, median $340,000.
• 2-bedroom closings: 1 closed sale, median $625,000.
• Active May 2026: 6 listings priced $324,900 to $434,900.

For broader Downtown Nashville pricing context covering Viridian, Encore, and the Banner Block, see the Downtown Nashville condos guide.

Bennie Dillon Amenities

For prospective buyers, Bennie Dillon delivers a focused amenity package consistent with its 1927 historic envelope. Specifically, the building’s value is split between architectural character and corridor walkability.

• Reserved parking
• Fitness center
• Hardwood and terrazzo floors
• Exposed ductwork and high ceilings
• Granite countertops
• Brushed-aluminum backsplashes
• Historic NRHP-listed envelope
• Secured entry with controlled-access lobby
• Elevator access throughout the residential floors
• Pet-friendly per HOA bylaws (verify weight and breed restrictions)

Overall, the building’s strongest amenity is location plus historic envelope. In short, residents step directly into the Church Street walking grid with Music Row, the central business district, and the State Capitol all within a 10-minute walk.

Living at Bennie Dillon

For context, Bennie Dillon sits at 700 Church Street within the Midtown edge. Notably, the building places residents a ten-minute walk west of Centennial Park, an eight-minute drive west of Vanderbilt University, and five minutes south via 17th Avenue of the Music Row corridor.

Additionally, the building shares the Church Street corridor with the State Capitol grounds and the central business district. Today, the corridor anchors a working mix of state government, downtown corporate offices, and the Music Row entertainment sector.

For commute context, the building sits directly within downtown Nashville. Nashville International Airport sits roughly 12 minutes east via Korean Veterans Boulevard, and Vanderbilt University sits 8 minutes west via West End Avenue.

Bennie Dillon Floor Plans

Specifically, Bennie Dillon carries a unit mix spanning Studio through 2-bedroom lofts. The MLS-documented closings in the trailing 18 months cover both floor plates with strong volume on the 1-BR plate.

• 1-bedroom plates: 12 closed sales at median $340,000. Verify exact square footage and floor plate orientation per the active MLS listing.
• 2-bedroom plates: 1 closed sale at median $625,000. Verify exact square footage and floor plate orientation per the active MLS listing.

In particular, upper-floor units carry the strongest views over the Church Street corridor. By contrast, lower-floor plates trade at the lowest per-sf pricing.

Bennie Dillon Investment Outlook

Overall, Bennie Dillon draws three buyer profiles. First, downtown professionals target the 1-BR plates for walkability to the central business district, Music Row, and the State Capitol. The $340,000 median 1-BR closing makes Bennie Dillon one of the most accessible downtown ownership price points.

Second, downsizing buyers target the larger plates as lock-and-leave primary residences with downtown walkability. The $625,000 median 2-BR closing documents the building’s price ceiling for the larger plates.

Third, short-term rental allowance at Bennie Dillon depends on HOA bylaws plus Metro Nashville STR permit rules. Therefore, verify in writing with the HOA before any buyer purchase intended for STR use. Notably, Davidson County does not allow non-owner-occupied STR permits in residential zoning districts.

Notably, the 9-day median DOM at Bennie Dillon signals very fast resale velocity for the building relative to the downtown Nashville condo range. By comparison, neighboring high-rise buildings such as Viridian (median 57 days) and Encore (median 43 days) bracket the downtown norm.

For buyers looking at Bennie Dillon, three factors apply. First, confirm HOA STR policy in writing if rental income is part of the buy plan. Second, verify FHA project approval status through the HUD FHA condo project approval lookup before pursuing FHA financing. Third, evaluate the specific unit floor plate carefully.

Bennie Dillon FAQs

Buyers evaluating Bennie Dillon consistently ask a tight set of money and operational questions before booking a tour or writing a contract. The answers below reflect current MLS data and trusted source knowledge as of May 2026.

How many condos are at Bennie Dillon?

Currently, Bennie Dillon holds 86 residential condo units across 12 stories. Over the past 18 months, 13 units closed at the building.

When was Bennie Dillon built?

Specifically, the original Bennie Dillon building dates to 1927. The residential conversion completed in 1984, and a full renovation under Giarratana Development finished in 1999.

What is the price range at Bennie Dillon?

Over the past 18 months, closed sales at Bennie Dillon recorded between $275,000 and $625,000, with a median of $350,000. Active May 2026 inventory ranges from $324,900 to $434,900.

Are short-term rentals allowed at Bennie Dillon?

Short-term rental allowance depends on the HOA bylaws plus Metro Nashville STR permit rules. Therefore, verify in writing with the HOA before any buyer purchase intended for STR use. Notably, Davidson County does not allow non-owner-occupied STR permits in residential zoning districts.

Is Bennie Dillon FHA approved?

Therefore, check current FHA project approval at the HUD FHA condo lookup before pursuing FHA financing. FHA approval expires every three years.

What is the closest park to Bennie Dillon?

Currently, the closest public park is Centennial Park, a ten-minute walk west via West End Avenue.

Is Bennie Dillon on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. The Bennie Dillon building is the only early-20th-century renaissance revival high-rise in Nashville listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Further Reading and Local Authority Sources

• Metro Nashville Parks
• Bridgestone Arena
• Davidson County Property Assessor
• Downtown Nashville condos guide
• The Watauga
• The Viridian
• Nashville condos for sale

Work With a Bennie Dillon Specialist

I am Grant Hammond, a Nashville real estate broker at Compass RE with 25 years of experience and over $1 billion in career sales. My team has closed 550-plus short-term rental transactions and 350-plus high-rise condominium transactions across Middle Tennessee, including the Church Street and Music Row corridors and the surrounding downtown core.

If you are buying or selling at Bennie Dillon, reach out for current MLS analysis, floor-by-floor pricing benchmarks, HOA financial review, and unit-level comp work. Call or text me directly at (615) 945-7123, or use the form below to get started. Tennessee Broker License #261980. Broker fees are not set by law and are fully negotiable.