The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 37141 sells for about $495,000, or $262 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,188 a month.
ZIP 37141 — Orlinda
The Orlinda housing market remains stable, characterized by low inventory and steady demand for large-acreage residential properties. While sales volume is limited by the rural nature of the area, price growth continues to track with broader regional trends in Middle Tennessee. Buyers are increasingly looking to this ZIP for affordability compared to the Nashville core, though limited infrastructure and distance to employment remain key factors.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking rural living, large lot sizes, and a slower pace of life while remaining within a commutable distance to the Nashville metropolitan area.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 8.8 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.8% · poverty 4.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 11.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 37141, Robertson County TN
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Orlinda maintains a low crime rate consistent with rural Robertson County, with property and violent crime incidents significantly below the national and state averages.
Schools serving the area are part of the Robertson County School District, which generally receives average performance ratings; students often attend schools in neighboring communities due to the rural nature of the ZIP.
The area is primarily rural with low wildfire risk, though some low-lying parcels near local creeks are designated as flood-prone zones requiring standard flood insurance.
Economic momentum is driven by agricultural operations and light industrial development along the Highway 49 corridor, with proximity to Nashville fueling moderate residential interest.
Property taxes are assessed by Robertson County based on a biennial reappraisal cycle; the area lacks municipal property taxes in some unincorporated sections, relying on county-wide levies.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 30-45 minutes to reach employment hubs in Nashville or Springfield via Highway 49 and I-65.
Recreation is centered on rural outdoor activities, including local parks and proximity to regional fishing spots, with limited commercial shopping and dining options within the immediate 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family options and minimal short-term rental saturation.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics, with many residents commuting to the broader Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin MSA for professional services.
Transportation is almost exclusively private vehicle-based, with no public transit infrastructure serving the rural geography of Orlinda.
Development is focused on low-density residential subdivisions and small-scale commercial expansion along major state highways.
The Robertson County Assessor of Property manages assessments, utilizing a state-mandated reappraisal program to ensure equitable valuation across the county.
Parcels are subject to Robertson County school and general fund levies, with no significant MUD or PID districts currently impacting residential tax rates.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with severe weather, including wind and occasional storm damage common to Middle Tennessee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community park providing green space and basic recreational facilities.
Regional anchor for community events and agricultural exhibitions.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.