Williamson County's quiet powerhouse. Top-ranked schools, rolling hills, and the kind of suburb where people put down roots for life. One of the wealthiest and safest cities in Tennessee. Pop. ~45,000 (2024 est.).
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Moving to Brentwood? Here's everything you need to set up your new place.
| Service | Provider | Phone | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Nashville Electric Service (NES) | (615) 736-6900 | NES serves Brentwood. NOT Middle TN Electric like Franklin. |
| Water/Sewer | City of Brentwood Water Services | (615) 661-7061 | City limits. Some areas served by Harpeth Valley Utility District. |
| Gas | Piedmont Natural Gas / Atmos Energy | Piedmont: (800) 752-7504 • Atmos: (888) 286-6700 | Provider depends on your address. Check before signing a lease. |
| Trash/Recycling | City of Brentwood | (615) 371-0080 | Curbside pickup included with city services for residents inside city limits. |
| Unit | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $1,500 – $1,900 | Limited inventory. Most complexes are upscale — Tapestry, Cadence, etc. |
| 2 BR | $1,800 – $2,400 | Maryland Farms area and newer developments on the higher end |
| 3 BR | $2,300 – $3,200+ | Houses and townhomes. Franklin and Spring Hill are cheaper alternatives. |
| Provider | Type | Speeds | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | Up to 5 Gbps | Available in about half of Brentwood. Best option if you can get it. |
| Xfinity (Comcast) | Cable | Up to 2 Gbps | Nearly 100% coverage across Brentwood. Reliable fallback. |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G/LTE | 33 – 245 Mbps | No contracts. Availability varies by address. |
Brentwood's schools are consistently ranked among the best in Tennessee. It's the #1 reason families move here.
| School | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ravenwood High School | 9–12 | Ranked #3 public high school in TN (Niche 2024). Excellent academics and athletics. |
| Brentwood High School | 9–12 | Ranked #5 public high school in TN. Strong AP programs and extracurriculars. |
| Brentwood Academy | 6–12 (Private) | Top private school. College-prep with balanced academics, arts, and athletics. |
| Brentwood Middle School | 5–8 | Highly rated. Feeds into Brentwood High. |
| Currey Ingram Academy | K–12 (Private) | Specialized school for students who learn differently. Small classes, personalized plans. |
| Spot | Details |
|---|---|
| Miss Peggy's Bark Park | Tower Park, 631 Hwy 41A. 1.5-acre large dog area + 0.65-acre small dog area. Shaded benches, water stations. |
| Marcella Vivrette Smith Park | 1424 Wilson Pike. 397 acres of wooded trails. Leashed dogs welcome. |
| Deerwood Arboretum | 1332 Clearview Dr. 27 acres with paved and unpaved trails. Leashed dogs welcome. |
| Crockett Park | 1500 Concord Rd. 164 acres, 10+ miles of trails. Leashed dogs welcome. |
| Percy Warner Park | 7311 Hwy 100. 2,684 acres of trails — leashed dogs welcome everywhere except Burch Reserve. Off-leash dog park on the Edwin Warner side. Nashville address, minutes from Brentwood. |
Brentwood apartment complexes are generally pet-friendly but expect $300–$500 deposits + $25–$50/mo pet rent. Weight and breed restrictions are common.
| Store | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Publix | 8105 Moores Ln, Brentwood | Full-service grocery with pharmacy, bakery, and deli. Brentwood's busiest Publix. |
| Publix | 101 Creekside Crossing, Brentwood | Newer location near Maryland Farms. Pharmacy, deli, and wine selection. |
| Publix | 10638 Concord Rd, Brentwood | Southeast Brentwood near the Nolensville border. Less crowded than Moores Ln. |
| Kroger | 210 Franklin Rd, Brentwood | Right on the main corridor. Full grocery, pharmacy, and fuel center. |
| Kroger | 149 Wilson Pike Cir, Brentwood | Wilson Pike area. Grocery, pharmacy, and fuel points. |
| Store | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| B & C Hardware (Ace) | 124 Pewitt Dr, Brentwood | Locally owned Ace Hardware. The real Brentwood hardware store — small, helpful, and they know your name. (615) 373-1760. |
| Lowe's | 330 Franklin Rd, Brentwood | Full-service home improvement. Right in Brentwood. |
| The Home Depot | 1500 Galleria Blvd, Franklin | Just south off I-65 in Cool Springs. Rental center available. |
Brentwood is quiet by design — but there are a few solid spots for a drink and a bite after dark.
Brentwood's go-to sports bar. TVs everywhere, full bar, solid American menu. Open until midnight most nights, 1 AM Fri-Sat. Creekside Crossing location.
107 Creekside Crossing • jonathansgrille.com
Southern comfort food meets bourbon bar. New Orleans-influenced menu, huge bourbon selection, and a warm neighborhood vibe. A Brentwood staple.
7031 Executive Center Dr • eat55.com
"New-old" Southern dining in Maryland Farms. Craft cocktails, wine list, and elevated food in a charming setting. Great for date night.
5201 Maryland Way • merebulles.com
| Name | Location | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Pizza & Pasta | 493 Old Hickory Blvd | Until 4–5 AM daily | The late-night legend. Pizza, pasta, calzones. Delivers too. |
| Jonathan's Grille | 107 Creekside Crossing | Until 12–1 AM | Full menu, TVs, sports bar energy late |
| Waffle House | Multiple nearby | 24 hours | When all else fails. Franklin Rd and Old Hickory Blvd. |
Own a home in Brentwood? Here are the local resources and contractors you need.
Headquartered right in Brentwood since 2010. Hundreds of 5-star reviews and an A+ BBB rating. Residential and commercial.
Phone: (615) 800-4355 • nashvilleroofingco.com
Locally owned. GAF Master Elite certified — top 2% of roofers nationally. Residential and commercial roofing in Brentwood.
Phone: (615) 886-1285 • 5starroofingtn.com
Local Nashville-area roofer serving Brentwood. Trusted by homeowners for honest assessments and quality work.
Phone: (615) 732-4221 • undersunroofing.com
Brentwood-based, family-operated. Over 25 years serving Williamson County. Residential installs, repairs, and maintenance.
Phone: (615) 656-8300 • rapidhvactn.com
Serving Brentwood since 1990. Licensed, bonded, insured. A+ BBB rating. 24-hour emergency service available.
Phone: (615) 377-2959 • brentwoodcomfortcontrol.com
Locally owned HVAC company serving Brentwood and Williamson County. Residential and commercial. Strong reviews.
Phone: (615) 942-6151 • climateprotn.com
Family-owned and operated. Over a decade in Brentwood. Available 24/7 for emergencies. Drain cleaning, pipe repair, water heaters.
Phone: (615) 981-4629 • brentwood1stplumbing.com
Local Brentwood plumber. Family-owned. Fast service and fair prices. Residential repairs and repiping.
Phone: (615) 837-3331
Family-owned, serving Williamson and Davidson counties since 2001. Drain cleaning, sewer repair, and full plumbing.
Phone: (615) 886-8809 • michaelsplumbingservice.com
Brentwood-based since 1999. Founded by electrician Ron Belford. Troubleshooting, panel upgrades, rewiring, and remodels. Open 24 hours.
Phone: (615) 505-1651 • discountelectricalservice.com
Master electrician Jordan Berry with nearly 20 years experience. Residential repairs, panel upgrades, lighting, and backup power.
Phone: (615) 544-4114 • hometownpro.com
Over two decades building trusted relationships with Brentwood homeowners. Residential, commercial, and industrial electrical.
Phone: (615) 988-6005 • tntradepros.com
Locally owned since 1999. Over 25 years serving Brentwood. Lawn care, landscape design, hardscapes, irrigation, and lighting.
Phone: (615) 242-8294 • brentwoodlandscapes.com
Family-owned, Brentwood-based. Specializes in patios, drainage solutions, and retaining walls.
Phone: (615) 556-2376
Family-owned by Jonathan Allin. 30+ years experience. Landscape design, installation, and outdoor living spaces.
Phone: (615) 351-5776 • allinlandscaping.com
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Something broke at 2 AM? Here's who to call in Brentwood.
Family-owned. Available 24/7 for all emergency plumbing needs in Brentwood.
Phone: (615) 981-4629 • brentwood1stplumbing.com
24-hour emergency plumbing and drain service. National chain with local crews and guaranteed response.
Phone: (615) 373-0373 • rotorooter.com
24-hour emergency service. A live person answers no matter what time you call. Serving Brentwood since 1990.
Phone: (615) 377-2959 • brentwoodcomfortcontrol.com
Brentwood-based. Open 6 AM – 9 PM daily. Call for after-hours emergency availability.
Phone: (615) 656-8300 • rapidhvactn.com
Full-service 24/7 emergency HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Guarantees same-day service.
Phone: (615) 292-6110 • happyhiller.com
Open 24 hours. Brentwood-based since 1999. Emergency troubleshooting and repairs.
Phone: (615) 505-1651 • discountelectricalservice.com
24/7 emergency electrical service. Licensed electricians available around the clock.
Phone: (615) 292-6110 • happyhiller.com
| Emergency | Who to Call | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Power Outage | Nashville Electric Service (NES) | (615) 736-6900 |
| Gas Leak | Piedmont: (800) 752-7504 / Atmos: (866) 322-8667 | Call your provider |
| Water Main Break | City of Brentwood Water | (615) 661-7061 |
Brentwood is one of the most desirable suburbs in Tennessee. Here's why — and what you need to know once you're here.
| Park | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Crockett Park | 164 acres. Brentwood's flagship. Sports fields, Eddy Arnold Amphitheater, playgrounds, 10+ miles of paved trails. 1500 Concord Rd. |
| Marcella Vivrette Smith Park | 397 acres of wooded trails and the historic Ravenswood Mansion. Brentwood's nature escape. 1424 Wilson Pike. |
| Tower Park | Sports complex, walking trails, and Miss Peggy's Bark Park (dog park). 631 Hwy 41A. |
| Deerwood Arboretum | 27 acres of paved and unpaved trails through nature. Quiet and beautiful. 1332 Clearview Dr. |
| Granny White Park | Neighborhood park with trails and playgrounds. 610 Granny White Pike. |
| Radnor Lake State Park | 1,368 acres. One of Tennessee's most iconic natural areas. 6+ miles of trails around an 85-acre lake. No bikes, no dogs, no fishing — just nature. Technically Nashville, but the Otter Creek Rd entrance is minutes from south Brentwood. 1160 Otter Creek Rd. |
| Percy Warner Park | 2,684 acres of forests, fields, and scenic drives. Deep Well picnic area, steeplechase course, and 20+ miles of hiking trails. Nashville address, but Brentwood residents treat it like their backyard. 7311 Hwy 100. |
About 20 minutes east via I-65N to I-40E. Closer than most Nashville suburbs.
I-65 is the north-south spine. Franklin Pike (Hwy 31) runs parallel. Old Hickory Blvd and Concord Rd are your key east-west connectors.
WeGo (Nashville MTA) has limited routes. No commuter rail. Realistically: you need a car. Uber/Lyft available.
| Service | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Williamson Medical Center | 4321 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin | Brentwood's closest hospital. Full ER, surgical center, and specialists. Just south off I-65. |
| Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks | 719 Thompson Ln, Nashville | Vanderbilt clinics and urgent care. 15 minutes north on I-65. Walk-in and appointments. |
| Brentwood Post Office | 201 Pewitt Dr, Brentwood | USPS. Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5 PM, Sat 9 AM – 12 PM. |
| Brentwood Library | 8109 Concord Rd, Brentwood | Williamson County Public Library branch. Meeting rooms, children's programs, and free Wi-Fi. |
| Event | When | What to Know |
|---|---|---|
| Iroquois Steeplechase | May (Saturday) | Nashville's legendary horse race at Percy Warner Park since 1941. 25,000+ people, tailgating, fancy hats, and an all-day party. Technically Nashville, but half of Brentwood is there. |
| Summer Concert Series | June – July (Sundays) | Free concerts at Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park. 36+ year tradition. Bring a blanket. |
| BrentFest | Late June | Annual community festival. Live music, beer garden, food trucks, kids zone. |
| Red, White & Boom | July 4th | Brentwood's Independence Day celebration at Crockett Park with live music and fireworks. |
| Brentwood Home Tour | Varies | Annual showcase of Brentwood's luxury homes. Peek inside the big houses. |
Brentwood isn't a nightlife town — and that's kind of the point. But locals know where to go.
The Brentwood date-night spot. "New-old" Southern cuisine in Maryland Farms. Craft cocktails, excellent wine list, and a charming dining room. Perfect for an anniversary or a Tuesday you want to feel special.
5201 Maryland Way • merebulles.com
Southern comfort food with a New Orleans twist. The bourbon selection alone is worth the trip. Warm, neighborhood feel. Brentwood's version of going out.
7031 Executive Center Dr • eat55.com
A Brentwood institution since 1986. Bakery, restaurant, and event space. Not late-night, but the kind of beloved local spot that defines this town.
229 Franklin Rd • puffymuffin.com
What Brentwood thinks of the neighbors. All love. Mostly.
"Franklin has a cute little Main Street and they act like they invented downtown. Everything there costs twice what it should and takes three times as long to park. We go for date night. We come home grateful we don't live there. Our schools are just as good. We said it."
"Belle Meade is what Brentwood would be if we had old money and a gate complex. Three square miles of hedges, Rovers, and people who whisper about property values at cocktail parties. We respect The Bubble. We just don't need one — our HOA does the same thing."
"Nolensville is Brentwood's little sibling who just got their first Publix and thinks they've arrived. Give it 10 years. They'll have the zoning fights, the school rankings, and the yard-of-the-month signs. We've been there. We'll leave the light on."
"Nashville is 20 minutes north and a whole different universe. We go there for the airport, the Titans, and the occasional fancy dinner. They come here because our neighborhoods are safe, our yards are big, and our schools actually teach. It's a fair trade."
All in good fun. We love our neighbors. Mostly. — The Locals
What Brentwood thinks of the neighbors. All love. Mostly.
"Franklin has a cute little Main Street and they act like they invented downtown. Everything there costs twice what it should and takes three times as long to park. We go for date night. We come home grateful we don't live there. Our schools are just as good. We said it."
"Belle Meade is what Brentwood would be if we had old money and a gate complex. Three square miles of hedges, Rovers, and people who whisper about property values at cocktail parties. We respect The Bubble. We just don't need one — our HOA does the same thing."
"Nolensville is Brentwood's little sibling who just got their first Publix and thinks they've arrived. Give it 10 years. They'll have the zoning fights, the school rankings, and the yard-of-the-month signs. We've been there. We'll leave the light on."
"Nashville is 20 minutes north and a whole different universe. We go there for the airport, the Titans, and the occasional fancy dinner. They come here because our neighborhoods are safe, our yards are big, and our schools actually teach. It's a fair trade."
All in good fun. We love our neighbors. Mostly. — The Locals