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Complete Guide to Lebanon, Tennessee
Lebanon is the seat of Wilson County and one of Middle Tennessee's most practical suburban choices. Located along I-40 east of Nashville, Lebanon offers significantly more affordable housing than Nashville's core suburbs while still providing excellent access to the city and the natural beauty of the Cumberland River and Percy Priest Lake. Lebanon is served by the Wilson County School District; for specific ratings on any zoned school, GreatSchools.org and the Tennessee Department of Education report cards are the authoritative sources. Lebanon's historic downtown is experiencing a modest revival with new restaurants and shops, and the city's economic base — anchored by healthcare, retail, and light manufacturing — is stable and growing. For buyers who want space, value, and a genuine community, Lebanon represents one of the best opportunities in Greater Nashville.
What's changing in Lebanon
Updated July 2026One Lebanon Place & the Highway 109 Industrial Corridor
Lebanon's former outlet mall is being redeveloped into a mixed-use, walkable district, while a wave of large warehouses rises along Highway 109.
The largest redevelopment reshaping Lebanon is One Lebanon Place, a mixed-use community replacing the former Lebanon Premium Outlets at 1 Outlet Village Blvd. Land Solutions purchased the roughly 40-acre site for $9.2 million in 2022, and the project is being developed by Freehill Ventures with homebuilders Lennar and Regent Homes. Lennar is now actively selling townhomes at the site — recent listings start in the high $200,000s — with some units ready to move.
The Lebanon Planning Commission approved a first-phase site plan for 84 residential units on about 10 acres of the property, with the existing mall buildings allowed to remain in place initially. The developer's published plan calls for a larger, multi-phase build-out that mixes townhomes, courtyard townhomes, live/work and mixed-use buildings, garden-style apartments and commercial space; Freehill Ventures has described a full build-out spanning roughly five to seven years. (The developer's marketing materials and the city's approval documents cite different unit counts and phase structures, so totals beyond the approved first phase should be treated as planning estimates.)
Running parallel to this is a surge of industrial and distribution development along State Route 109. In 2024 the Lebanon City Council approved the Lebanon Commerce Center, two warehouses totaling about 584,000 square feet (roughly 318,000 and 266,000 sq ft) on about 40 acres at 7195 and 6991 Franklin Road, developed by Al Neyer; Councilor Crowell cast the lone dissenting vote, and the plan included road widening at the Highway 109/Franklin Road intersection. The Lebanon Planning Commission separately approved a Merus warehouse project of nearly 550,000 square feet (three buildings) on about 56 acres between Highway 109 and Franklin Road north of Central Pike; that project, known as Highway 109 Industrial (marketed as Highway 109 Business Park), has been built out as three multi-tenant buildings, completed, and sold to Granite REIT. The city has also weighed paying about $1.2 million toward a roughly $2.1 million road project tied to a planned Walmart on Highway 109.
This building activity tracks Lebanon's rapid growth. The U.S. Census Bureau ranked Lebanon the 12th fastest-growing city in the country, with the city growing 8.9% between July 1, 2022, and July 1, 2023. Wilson County added 4,693 residents between July 2024 and July 2025, ranking third statewide for numeric growth. For relocating buyers, One Lebanon Place is one of the few new walkable, mixed-use options taking shape in Wilson County, while the Highway 109 corridor concentrates logistics, manufacturing and distribution employment near I-40.
- Flagship project
- One Lebanon Place (redevelopment of former Lebanon Premium Outlets, 1 Outlet Village Blvd)
- Developer / builders
- Freehill Ventures; homebuilders Lennar and Regent Homes; Lennar now selling townhomes (recent listings from the high $200,000s), some ready to move
- Site size / acquisition
- ~40 acres; Land Solutions bought it for $9.2M in 2022
- Approved first phase
- 84 residential units on ~10 acres; larger multi-phase build-out planned (5-7 years per developer)
- Hwy 109 industrial
- Al Neyer's Lebanon Commerce Center: ~584,000 sq ft (two warehouses) on ~40 acres, approved 2024; Merus's Highway 109 Industrial (three multi-tenant buildings, ~56 acres) is now complete and sold to Granite REIT
- Growth context
- Lebanon ranked 12th fastest-growing U.S. city (8.9%, July 2022-July 2023); Wilson County added 4,693 residents in 2024-25, 3rd statewide
What's New to Eat, Drink & Shop in Lebanon
Updated August 2026Lebanon's dining, drink and retail options have expanded since 2024, with new openings clustered around the historic downtown square and along the South Hartmann Drive and Highway 109 commercial corridors. Several larger retail and restaurant projects remain under development.
Membership warehouse club at 600 Willard Hagan Drive, off South Hartmann Drive near Interstate 40.
Grocery / Food hall · opened July 2026
Coffee and bakery chain at 1459 W. Main Street serving coffee, baked goods and breakfast sandwiches. The restaurant had a soft opening on Feb. 24, 2026, followed by a grand opening on Feb. 28.
Coffee · opened February 2026
Italian and Tex-Mex restaurant from Javier and Karen Garcia at 625 S. Cumberland Street, in the building that previously housed the Gondola restaurant. The menu includes pastas, lasagna, pizzas, seafood, steak and catfish.
Restaurant · opened January 2026
California-based burger chain that opened one of its first two Tennessee restaurants here, on S. Hartmann Drive. The location has a drive-thru, indoor seating and a covered patio.
Restaurant · opened December 2025
Comics, toys, games and vinyl records shop from Steve and Kim Davis at 117 E. Main Street on the downtown square. The store also has a gaming area used for Magic: The Gathering and other card and board games.
Retail · opened November 2025
Permanent food-truck park at Callis Road near State Route 109, just south of Interstate 40. It has 29 vendor spaces with power hookups, an indoor beer bar building, a covered music area and outdoor seating.
Grocery / Food hall · opened October 2025
Knoxville-based restaurant serving American comfort food at 1648 W. Main Street. The 7,636-square-foot building includes about 1,700 square feet of patio space.
Restaurant · opened April 2025
Craft cocktail and oyster bar from Nick and Audra Guidry at 112 E. Main Street, just off the downtown square. The menu includes oysters, shrimp and crawfish alongside a curated wine list.
Bar / Brewery · opened November 2024
Bar and small-plates spot at 107 W. Main Street near the downtown square, serving cocktails, wine and beer from several Middle Tennessee breweries.
Bar / Brewery · opened October 2024
Taproom from the East Nashville brewery at 1688 Callis Road off Highway 109. It has an outdoor beer garden with a playground and a dog park, plus a food menu centered on pizza, salads and appetizers.
Bar / Brewery · opened October 2024
Hot chicken and wings franchise at 1431 W. Main Street, with heat levels ranging from plain to extra hot.
Restaurant · opened August 2024
Bakery and coffee shop from pastry chef Audra Guidry at 111 S. Greenwood Street, set in a preserved older home just off the downtown square. It serves specialty coffee alongside baked goods.
Coffee · opened 2023
Steakhouse at 405 Cherokee Dock Road on Old Hickory Lake, at Cherokee Marina & Campground. The restaurant operated from 1958 until its previous owners retired, and Emily and Joe Akers with partners Levi Davidshofer and Kyle Margison announced plans to reopen it with prime rib, catfish bites and hand-breaded onion rings on the menu.
Restaurant · reopening announced for summer 2026
Approved 16.5-acre mixed-use development at the corner of Five Oaks Boulevard and Lebanon Road. Plans call for more than 55,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space across nine buildings, plus a three-story hotel with 50 to 60 rooms.
Retail · site plan approved April 2025; opening planned for 2026
American restaurant and sports bar from brothers Mason and Curt Revelette planned for the northwest corner of Hartmann Drive and Barton Village Boulevard.
Restaurant · construction start pushed to 2026; opening projected around mid-2027
Planned open-fire restaurant from Nick and Audra Guidry in downtown Lebanon, with seafood, handmade pastas and wood- and coal-fired cooking. Announced in 2022, the opening has been pushed back several times and the restaurant had not opened as of mid-2026.
Restaurant · announced 2022; opening date not yet confirmed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lebanon?
The median home price in Lebanon is approximately $390,000 (as of May–June 2026, Redfin), with homes ranging from $195K – $900K.
How far is Lebanon from Nashville?
Lebanon is approximately 35-45 minutes from downtown Nashville. Exact commute time depends on traffic and your specific destination.
What's it like living in Lebanon, TN?
Wilson County's largest city — affordable homes, Wilson County School District, and easy I-40 access to Nashville.... It's commonly a fit for Value buyers and Buyers wanting space.
What are the popular neighborhoods or areas in Lebanon?
Areas commonly searched in Lebanon include Hartmann, The Reserve, Cainsville area. Each offers a different balance of price, amenities, and lifestyle, and we can pull recent comparable sales so you decide what fits.
Who handles real estate in Lebanon, TN?
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