Nashville's eastern boom corridor. Lebanon and Mt. Juliet are exploding — but eastern Wilson still has rural land and USDA pockets.
Possible — Wilson County allows barndominiums in agricultural zones. Eastern Wilson County has more flexibility than the rapidly suburbanizing west.
| Zone | Min Lot | Barndo OK? |
|---|---|---|
| A (Agricultural) | 3 acres | ✅ Yes |
| RS-1 (Residential Single-Family) | 1 acre | ⚠️ Conditional |
| RS-2 (Residential Medium) | 15,000 sqft | ❌ No |
| PUD (Planned Unit Development) | Varies | ❌ No |
Source: Wilson County Regional Planning Commission
Tennessee allows owner-builders to act as their own general contractor for personal residences. Licensed subs needed for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
Wilson County Building Dept 228 E Main St, Lebanon, TN 37087 (615) 443-2336 Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Moderate flood risk. The 2010 floods hit Wilson County hard. About 10% is in FEMA zones along the Cumberland River and Old Hickory Lake. Check flood maps carefully.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, USDA Web Soil Survey
Wilson County prices have risen sharply — $42K/acre median reflects Nashville suburban demand. Eastern areas near Watertown are cheaper.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024, Wilson County Assessor
Wilson County is Nashville's next frontier. Mt. Juliet and Lebanon are booming, but head east and you'll still find rolling farmland and small-town Tennessee.
22% growth in 10 years. One of TN's fastest-growing counties. Get in before prices rise further.
Direct I-40 access to Nashville. Lebanon to downtown is 30 minutes.
Eastern Wilson County still has affordable farmland and building flexibility.
Good infrastructure in Lebanon and Mt. Juliet. Eastern rural areas use wells and septic. Broadband expanding rapidly.
Eastern rural Wilson County may qualify for USDA Rural Development. Mt. Juliet, Lebanon, and western areas are excluded.
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