Tennessee's arts hamlet. Craft culture, cheap acreage, and Nashville within reach — Cannon County is Middle Tennessee's hidden gem.
Yes — Cannon County has minimal zoning outside Woodbury. Rural land is largely unregulated, making it one of the easiest places in Tennessee to build a barndominium.
| Zone | Min Lot | Barndo OK? |
|---|---|---|
| Unzoned (Rural) | None | ✅ Yes |
| Woodbury Town Limits | Varies | ⚠️ Conditional |
Source: Cannon County (minimal zoning)
Tennessee allows owner-builders to act as their own general contractor for personal residences. Licensed subs needed for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
Cannon County Courthouse 200 W Main St, Woodbury, TN 37190 (615) 563-2320 Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Very low flood risk. Only 5% of land is in FEMA flood zones. The rolling terrain provides excellent drainage on most parcels.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, USDA Web Soil Survey
Cannon County is a value standout — $8,500/acre with Nashville about an hour away. As Murfreesboro sprawl inches closer, prices are rising but still low.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024, Cannon County Assessor
Cannon County punches above its weight in culture. The Arts Center of Cannon County draws performers and artisans, while the surrounding countryside offers peaceful rural living.
The Arts Center of Cannon County hosts live theater, music, and craft events year-round.
Beautiful Middle Tennessee terrain — green pastures, wooded ridges, and scenic two-lane roads.
Minimal zoning and low land costs make Cannon County ideal for barndominiums and owner-builds.
Woodbury has basic municipal services. Most of the county relies on wells, septic, and electric co-op power.
Nearly all of Cannon County qualifies for USDA Rural Development loans — zero down payment for eligible buyers.
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