Nashville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Goodlettsville, TN
About Goodlettsville
Goodlettsville is a city in Davidson and Sumner Counties in the U.S. state of Tennessee. It was incorporated as a city in 1958 with a population of just over 3,000 residents; in 2020, its population was 17,789. It is part of the Nashville metropolitan area. The northern half of Goodlettsville is in Sumner County, while the southern half is in Davidson County. In 1963, when the city of Nashville merged with the government of Davidson County, Goodlettsville chose to remain autonomous. The city is home to the corporate headquarters of Dollar General and the Rivergate Mall shopping center. About 12 miles north of downtown Nashville. Goodlettsville blends a historic Main Street, big-box convenience on Long Hollow Pike, and Moss-Wright Park — 147 acres anchored by the city. It also has deep Little League baseball roots.
Home prices in Goodlettsville
The median listing price in Goodlettsville is $459,900.
Top places in Goodlettsville
- Moss-Wright Park
- Historic Main Street Goodlettsville
- Little League baseball heritage
- Peeler Park and the Cumberland River greenway access nearby.
Commuting from Goodlettsville
- Approximate drive to downtown Nashville: 20–25 minutes (about 12 miles, via I-65).
- No commuter-rail service; WeGo bus serves the corridor.
Goodlettsville FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Goodlettsville, TN?
The median listing price in Goodlettsville is $459,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Goodlettsville, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Nashville: 20–25 minutes (about 12 miles, via I-65).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.