Build-to-rent development underway in West Meade community [Video]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — One developer in Nashville is building build-to-rent townhomes in the West Meade community.

Build-to-rent is a popular alternative for those looking to get a single-family home. They operate similarly to apartment buildings as they are under property management companies, but they still offer a single-family living experience.

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“We’re going to be offering a mix of three and four bedrooms, all with attached two-car garages, clubhouse with in-door outdoor lounge space, a pool,” senior managing director of Crescent Communities, Tony Chen, said.

Harmon West Meade, by Crescent Communities, is a 173-unit build-to-rent townhome community that is set to open next year. Leaders said that they chose the location, off of I-40 West and Old Hickory Boulevard, because of the demand.

“Not everyone is able to, or maybe even want to, from a lifestyle perspective, want home ownership,” Chen said. “There’s a …