Tennessee Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Brentwood, Tennessee

Population: 32,456

Located in Williamson County

Brentwood, Tennessee

Brentwood is known for its rolling hills, beautiful southern homes, and thriving business centers, it is the perfect blend of southern, country charm and big city living for you and your family.  Brentwood is one of Middle Tennessee's fastest growing communities, making it easy to provide many different amenities within the city limits.  You will find much to do in Brentwood; from shopping in the CoolSprings Galleria (the largest mall in Middle Tennessee), visiting the historic Brentwood, TN homes, to hanging out at one of the local country clubs, there is something for everyone to enjoy.  Brentwood provides the community with an excellent school district, libraray, and many different churches.

Brentwood is located just south of Nashville, and north of Franklin.  It is conveniently located, making it just a hop, skip, and a jump to the Grand Ole Opry or the Country Music Hall of Fame.  With more than 60 residential subdivisions, and a growing community, you are sure to find the perfect home for you and your family.

Area History

The first settlers came to the Brentwood area in the late 1700's. Much of the land was granted to Revolutionary War soldiers by the State of North Carolina.

The original site of business activity in the area was at the Frost place on Old Smyrna Road. The general store, the grist mill and the post office were located there. With the coming of the railroad and the highway the town center shifted.

Brentwood grew and prospered and by the time of the Civil War, the area was one of the richest in the state. The soils were fertile and plantations flourished as was evidenced by the stately homes built. During the war many of these homes were used for providing food and treating wounded soldiers, both Confederate and Union. By the end of the War, there were very few farm animals or growing crops left. The war left its scar on the economy and many homes and plantations fell to ruin.

The Brentwood area recovered from the Civil War. In the 1920's it was rediscovered. Gradually many of the plantation homes were bought and restored. As the Phoenix rose from the ashes, with the construction of the Interstate in the 1960's Brentwood grew and prospered and by the 1990's the area was again one of the richest in the state.

History Courtesy of T. Vance Little, City Historian