Murfreesboro, Murfreesboro TN — neighborhood review

Murfreesboro, TN

Murfreesboro · Rutherford County · TN 37130

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$372K

Median Price

59/100

Walk Score

8/10

Schools

50 min

to Nashville, TN

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
C-Walkability
59/100
WYLT Score59/100

Our Take

Murfreesboro is a decent middle‑income suburb with solid schools and low flood risk, but it’s very car‑dependent and offers limited transit and nightlife. Prices are reasonable for families but not great for young professionals or remote workers who value a walkable, lively community.

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The Good

  • High‑rated elementary schools (average 9/10)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Reasonably priced homes for the median income
  • Family‑friendly neighborhoods with moderate parks

Real Talk

  • !Walk score of 32 means you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Transit score of 39 provides only some bus options, not a robust system
  • !Crime data is mixed; property crime tends to be higher than city average
  • !Limited dining and nightlife options compared to larger cities
  • $Annual property taxes (~1.5% of home value)
  • $Homeowners insurance (higher in suburban TN)
  • $Gasoline costs for commuting, especially if working in Nashville

Best For

Families looking for good public schoolsMiddle‑income buyers seeking a suburban feelRemote workers who don’t mind a car for commutingPeople who prioritize low flood risk

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Murfreesboro, TN

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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