The short answer: Broadway and Lower Broadway (ZIPs 37201/37203) sit at the absolute center of Nashville’s tourism economy — honky-tonks, CMA Fest, the Bridgestone Arena, and Nissan Stadium across the river — and short-term rental ADRs here are among the highest in the city. HostStarter manages Broadway-area properties on a flat 12.5% fee, month-to-month, no contract.
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Why Broadway Works for Short-Term Rentals
Broadway is the engine of Nashville tourism. Every bachelorette weekend, every Predators home game, every CMA Fest, every New Year’s Eve drop, every Titans home game (Nissan Stadium is a 10-minute walk across the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge) sends guests to walking-distance lodging. For STR hosts, that produces three things:
Event-driven ADR spikes that compound. A Broadway-adjacent unit can clear $400-$700 nightly during CMA Fest, $300-$500 for Titans home weekends, and $250-$400 for typical bachelorette Friday/Saturday demand. Pricing discipline matters more here than almost anywhere else in Nashville.
Year-round leisure baseline. Even in the slowest weeks of January and February, Broadway’s tourism footprint keeps weekend occupancy north of 60% for well-managed listings — versus 30-40% for many suburban Nashville neighborhoods.
Walkability premium that’s measurable. Listings within four blocks of Broadway command 20-35% higher ADRs than equivalent units a mile away. Properties advertising “walk to Broadway” in the listing title see a measurable click-through and conversion advantage.
Broadway Airbnb Market Data (2026)
| Metric | Broadway / Downtown (37201) | Nashville overall |
|---|---|---|
| Active STR listings | ~620 | ~5,900 |
| Median home value (condo) | $590,000 | $420,000 |
| ADR range | $250 (basic) – $700+ (premium event) | $185–$240 |
| Best months | Jun (CMA Fest), Oct (NHL season open), Dec | Jun, Oct |
| Soft months | Jan, Feb (still 60%+ weekends) | Jan, Feb |
Source: HostStarter Nashville comp set + AirROI Nashville STR market report, 2025-2026.
Broadway STR Regulations (2026)
Metro Nashville’s Short-Term Rental Property (STRP) ordinance applies in full to Broadway. Critically, much of the central Broadway corridor is zoned commercial / mixed-use / Downtown Core, which is where most Type 2 (non-owner-occupied) STRPs are still legal. Outside those zones — particularly the residential pockets just south and east — Type 2 permits are not available.
Permit: Type 2 STRP required for non-owner-occupied units. $313 application + annual renewal.
Zoning: Most Broadway-adjacent condo buildings sit in commercial / Downtown Core zoning, which allows Type 2. Always verify before purchase.
Occupancy: Maximum 4 unrelated adults; absolute cap based on bedroom count.
Responsible-party rule: Local contact must respond to complaints within one hour. HostStarter handles this for managed properties.
Tax remittance: 6% Tennessee sales tax + 6% Metro Nashville occupancy tax, filed monthly.
What HostStarter Does for Broadway Owners
A 12.5% flat fee covers every operational layer: listing optimization across Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and our direct-booking channel; dynamic pricing tuned to CMA Fest, Titans home games, Predators schedule, and bachelorette weekend demand curves; professional cleaning and same-day turnover capacity (critical on Broadway, where back-to-back weekend stays are the norm); 24/7 guest communication including the one-hour responsible-party requirement; STRP permit handling and renewal; tax remittance; and a single-page monthly statement showing gross revenue, fees, net payout, and occupancy.
No add-on charges. No long contract. Cancel with 30 days notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run an Airbnb on Broadway in 2026?
Yes, in the commercial / mixed-use / Downtown Core zoning that covers most of the Broadway corridor’s high-rise condo buildings. Type 2 (non-owner-occupied) STRP permits are still issued in those zones. Verify zoning before any purchase — the residential pockets nearby are off-limits for non-owner-occupied STRs.
What’s the typical Broadway Airbnb monthly revenue?
A well-managed 1-bedroom Broadway condo generates roughly $4,500 to $7,500 in gross monthly revenue across an annual blended occupancy of 60-75%. Larger 2-3 bedroom units with rooftop access or premium views can clear $8,000-$14,000 in peak months (June CMA Fest, October NHL opener, December holidays).
How does 12.5% flat compare to Vacasa or Misfit in Broadway?
Lower headline rate, no add-on charges, and the host keeps the listing. Vacasa’s effective Nashville fee after add-ons typically lands between 25-35%. Misfit Homes and similar local boutiques run 20-25% with limited pricing transparency.
How long does onboarding take?
A typical Broadway onboarding runs 7-14 days from contract to live listing: photography, listing build, pricing setup, cleaning team handoff, and platform sync. Faster if the unit is already furnished.
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