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Nashville developments we’re watching in 2025

Here we grow again. Nashville’s skyline is adding new hotels, office buildings, and mixed-use spaces in 2025.

A rendering of a multi-level development with ground-level retail stores and cars driving by

Get ready for more retail and dining options in 12 South. | Rendering via Ashwood 12 South

It’s a new year, and that means new developments are wrapping up construction around Music City. From hotels in the downtown core to mixed-use spaces in 12 South and beyond, we’ve rounded up a few projects slated for completion in 2025.

Psst… This list isn’t meant to be comprehensive. If there is a construction project you would like to learn more about, let us know,and we’ll grab our hard hats. Note: The projected opening dates below are subject to change.

Mixed use

Ashwood 12 South
The development situated at the north end of the 12 South shopping district is nearing completion, with many retail and dining concepts expected to open in 2025. Some previously announced tenants include La La Land Kind Cafe, Sushi-San, SunLife Organics, Birkenstock, and Reformation. Keep up with new openings via the retail directory.

Peabody Union
Slated for spring completion, the 4.6-acre development at 30 Peabody St. includes a six-story office building and a 27-story residential tower with 350+ apartments. The riverfront site will also offer a pedestrian pathway along the water and over a dozen to-be-announced retail and dining concepts.

The Arcade
Originally built in 1902, The Arcade is set to debut the results of a two-year renovation. In 2025, expect additions like Roze Pony, Roberta’s, Faherty, KOKOS Ice Cream, Savannah Bee Company, Mimi & Dottie, Urban Cowboy, Dee’s Country Cocktail Lounge, and Beignets & Brew. Plus, keep up with Arcade Arts programming.

Exterior view of a bagel shop (Ugly Bagel) on the lower level of a two-story downtown shopping center.

Ugly Bagel is one of the latest tenants at The Arcade. | Photo by Digital Love

Hotel

The Printing House, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A 187-room, 11-story hotel paying homage to Nashville’s printing history is accepting reservations beginning April 1. Located at the corner of 3rd Avenue and Peabody Street, the hotel features a cafe, a fitness center, and a rooftop bar with live music, games, and cocktails.

Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch
This 181-room hotel, which is accepting reservations for April 24 and beyond, offers more than just a place to stay. Satisfy your pizza cravings from Five Points Pizza’s slice window, grab a coffee at 8th & Roast, or unwind at the all-day tap house serving Yazoo beer. Guests can also enjoy dining and drinks at COA, an 8,000-sqft rooftop bar and restaurant.

A rendering of Afterglow, featuring multiple long marble bars and seat cushions on a long wooden bench.

Alexa, play “One Margarita” by Luke Bryan.

Rendering via Tara Investments

Specialty

Turnip Truck
The local grocer’s fourth and largest store opens on Friday, Jan. 10 at 1920 Broadway. Similar to its other locations, the Midtown shop will have a deli, juice bar, salad bar, hot bar, and grab-and-go meal options.

Rock Nashville
Rock Nashville, a 55-acre entertainment rehearsal and production campus, is on its way to Whites Creek. The development broke ground in April 2024 with plans for 13 band and production studios, a full-sized stadium rehearsal facility, amphitheater, and cafe. A fall 2025 opening is expected.

The Pinnacle
Nashville Yards is almost ready to open its 4,500-person capacity music venue operated by AEG. The Pinnacle’s debut is just over a month away, with Kacey Musgraves kicking things off on Thursday, Feb. 27, followed by Jason Isbell, Kevin Hart, and deadmau5 later this year. The venue features a horseshoe-shaped balcony and an elevated floor for enhanced sightlines.

A rendering of two tan-colored towers rising 30+ stories each surrounded by other city buildings.

The Everett and The Emory. | Rendering via Nashville Yards

Residential

The Everett and The Emory
Also opening at Nashville Yards, residences at The Emory are now available for sale and The Everett is currently leasing. Together, the two structures offer over 650 one- and two-bedroom units. Among the amenities are custom kitchen cabinetry, wine refrigerators, customizable closets, and Sonos sound systems.

The Broadview at Vanderbilt
This community for students and faculty members, including postdoctoral and Vanderbilt University Medical Center staff, is now leasing for fall 2025. Take a virtual tour of the amenities + studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments. Bonus: The development is home to 8th & Roast and Turnip Truck’s forthcoming location.

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