2+ Bedroom First Time Buyer Homes for Sale in Nashville, TN Under $250K
There are 10 homes for sale in Nashville, TN, with 2 to 3 bedrooms, 1 to 3 bathrooms, and 862 to 1,349 square feet of living space. Displayed asking prices range from $239,955 to $245,000, and build years from 1967 to 2016. The largest, at 4958 Edmondson Pike Unit 33, offers 3 bedrooms and 1,349 square feet for $240,000.
Green Hills sits along Hillsboro Pike in south Nashville, where low-rise condo and townhome communities stand within walking distance of The Mall at Green Hills and the restaurants along Hillsboro Village. Bellevue lies farther southwest along Highway 70, a quieter stretch of older complexes with access to the Edwin Warner Park trails. Donelson, east of downtown, sits beside Interstate 40 and the Cumberland River, with the Shelby Bottoms Greenway running along the water.
Downtown Nashville is roughly 20 minutes by car from Bellevue and Green Hills, depending on traffic on Interstate 440 and Interstate 40. Nashville International Airport is a short drive from Donelson, and Vanderbilt and Belmont universities sit within a few miles of Green Hills. Residents are served by Metro Nashville Public Schools, so compare each address's assigned schools and HOA dues before choosing a neighborhood.
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Which Nashville neighborhoods work best for a first time buyer on a budget?
Green Hills and Bellevue are the two areas buyers compare most often at this price point. Green Hills offers walkability to shops and restaurants, while Bellevue sits farther out with a quieter, more suburban feel. Check each HOA budget alongside the purchase price before deciding.
How long is the commute from Nashville condos to downtown?
Downtown Nashville is roughly 20 minutes by car from Bellevue and Green Hills, depending on traffic on Interstate 440 and Interstate 40. Rush hour can stretch that trip noticeably, so test the drive at peak times before you buy.
What should a first time buyer check in a Nashville condo HOA?
Ask for the most recent HOA budget, reserve study, and meeting minutes before making an offer. Confirm which items the association covers, such as roof, exterior, water, and trash, since that varies from community to community.
Is Donelson a good area for first time buyers in Nashville?
Donelson sits east of downtown beside Interstate 40 and is a short drive from Nashville International Airport, which makes flights and interstate travel easy. The Cumberland River and the Shelby Bottoms Greenway give residents river and greenway access close to home.
What is living near Percy Warner Park like?
Percy Warner Park and Edwin Warner Park offer wooded trails, golf, and open green space within a short drive of Belle Meade and Bellevue. Living close to them suits buyers who want trail access without leaving the city.
Do condos or townhomes make more sense for a first time buyer in Nashville?
Condos often carry lower exterior upkeep when the HOA covers roofs and grounds, which many Nashville listings state in their descriptions. Townhomes can offer more floor space and sometimes a private entry, so compare how much maintenance the HOA takes on before choosing.