“That’s so 2025.” No, really. Zillow released its forecast of the top trends we’ll see across real estate this year, and these hot homes in the Nashville area are already ahead of the curve.

The light blue exterior of this 12 South home is almost as inviting as its peachy interior walls. | Photo by Justin Fricke, Pixel Crew
Cozy comfort
1510 Elmwood Ave. | Listing agent: Grace Clayton, Engel & Völkers Nashville
Warmth is so hot right now. This charming century-old residence’s colors, fireplace, and front porch will make you feel right at home.

How’s this for a touch of nostalgia? Only four families have owned this home since 1949. | Photo by Kenneth Purdom, Real Estate Photographer Pro
Nostalgia
5771 Eatons Creek Rd., Joelton | Listing agent: Melissa McMillan, EXIT Real Estate Experts
Nostalgic touches are the name of the game. If you’re looking for a blast from the past, find it in this Crab Orchard stone home’s wood-paneled sunroom and office space.
Home libraries
4905 Tyne Valley Blvd. | Listing agent: John White, Compass
Those who are always adding to their reading list will never run out of shelf room here. Display your best books in the mahogany-paneled library complete with a fireplace.

Add this to the list of sustainable features: Your own greenhouse with raised garden beds. | Photo by 615 Media
Sustainability + climate resiliency
305 Natchez St., Franklin | Listing agent: Mary Grace Gardner, Compass
As renewable energy gains popularity, solar panels are powering up on new listings. This home is loaded with 82 of them, meaning energy bill savings each month. That’s in addition to six battery wall packs for power storage and two EV charging stations.
Luxurious bathrooms
1224 Villa Place | Listing Agent: Rick Deckbar, Compass
Who needs a staycation at a high-end hotel when you can unwind in your en-suite wet room after a session in the private sauna.