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Hendersonville, TN Real Estate: Living on and Near Old Hickory Lake

October 22, 2026·Updated October 26, 2026

Hendersonville calls itself the "City by the Lake." It sits in the southwestern part of Sumner County on Old Hickory Lake, with more than 26 miles of lakefront shoreline and three marinas. For many buyers, the draw is water access within driving distance of Nashville. I'll help you weigh lake lots, neighborhoods and zoning before you buy or sell.

Where it is and its boundaries

  • Hendersonville is an incorporated city in the southwestern part of Sumner County, northeast of Nashville.

  • Its 2020 Census population was 61,753.

Housing stock and price context

  • Redfin reports a median sale price of $515K for Hendersonville homes over the three months ending September 2026, with homes selling in about 65 days on average (checked October 22, 2026). That's a citywide figure across all home types, so price any specific lake or neighborhood property from its own comparable sales.

Streets and pockets worth knowing

  • Lakefront areas along Old Hickory Lake, near the three marinas: Creekwood, Drakes Creek and Anchor High.

  • Drakes Creek Park area, at 120 E. Main St.

Teardowns, lots and new construction

Hendersonville uses its own zoning ordinance. The current one, Ordinance 2025-19, was adopted October 28, 2025, and took effect November 18, 2025. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen revised it with Ordinance 2026-10, adopted September 22, 2026. Its residential chapter includes Rural, Estate, Suburban, Townhome, Waterfront, Mixed, Multi-Family and Dockside Neighborhood districts. On lake lots, also confirm what shoreline use, docks or access a property actually has. To confirm any parcel's zoning, contact the city's Planning Department. For general context, see my guide to Nashville teardowns and lots.

Schools

Sumner County Schools serves Hendersonville. Schools are assigned by address, so use the district's official school zone lookup, linked from sumnerschools.org, for any specific property.

Lifestyle anchors

  • Old Hickory Lake, with more than 26 miles of lakefront shoreline and three marinas: Creekwood, Drakes Creek and Anchor High.

  • Drakes Creek Park at 120 E. Main St., with sports fields, playgrounds, volleyball courts, picnic shelters and trails.

Is it right for you?

Great fit if: - Lake access and boating are high on your list. - You want a Sumner County home within driving distance of Nashville.

Maybe not if: - You want an urban Nashville neighborhood you can walk around. - You need a short commute to the south or west side of Nashville.

Why work with me in Hendersonville

  • I'm a Compass agent based in Nashville. My clients get Compass's marketing and tools.

  • I look at property like an investor. I learned the business working alongside a seasoned house flipper, and I still invest while working as an agent. I'll tell you when the value is in the lot, the layout, or a fix that pays for itself.

  • You'll reach me directly. Call or text (971) 303-3895.

Looking in Hendersonville?

Tell me your price range, timing and must-haves for Hendersonville. I'll send listings that fit and answer your questions about the area.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hendersonville called the City by the Lake?

Hendersonville sits on Old Hickory Lake, with more than 26 miles of lakefront shoreline and three marinas: Creekwood, Drakes Creek and Anchor High.

What county is Hendersonville, TN in?

Hendersonville is in the southwestern part of Sumner County, Tennessee.

What was Hendersonville's population in the 2020 Census?

Hendersonville's 2020 Census population was 61,753.

What school district serves Hendersonville?

Sumner County Schools. Assignments are by address, so check the district's official school zone lookup for a specific property.

What zoning code does Hendersonville use?

Hendersonville's own zoning ordinance, Ordinance 2025-19, effective November 18, 2025, as revised by Ordinance 2026-10, adopted September 22, 2026. Its residential districts include Rural, Estate, Suburban, Townhome, Waterfront, Mixed, Multi-Family and Dockside Neighborhood.

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Sources

Ryan McCord, licensed real estate agent with Compass RE. Call or text (971) 303-3895, email ryan.mccord@compass.com, or find me on Instagram and TikTok at @ryanmccordrealestate.

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