What Land Is Selling for in Rutherford County
These figures come from our Land Intelligence database of closed land sales. They cover 423 sales in Rutherford County that closed between November 2023 and August 2026.
| Rutherford County land sales | Figure |
|---|---|
| Median price per acre | $47,300 |
| Middle half of sales, per acre | $24,700 to $77,000 |
| Median sale price | $290,000 |
| Median tract size | 5.6 acres |
A median is the middle sale, with half selling for more and half for less. These medians mix every tract size, from single lots to large farms, and small tracts sell for much more per acre than large ones. Treat them as a picture of the county and not as a price for your land.
The Rutherford County land prices page is updated as new sales close. For a figure on your own property, request a free valuation.
Who Buys Land in Rutherford County
The price a tract brings depends on which buyer it suits best. In Rutherford County we see:
- Builders and developers looking for land near Murfreesboro, Smyrna and La Vergne where sewer is available or expected.
- Industrial and commercial users focused on the Interstate 24 and Interstate 840 corridors.
- Investors buying land ahead of the growth and holding it.
- Farm and estate buyers in the parts of the county that remain agricultural.
- Neighboring owners including owners combining several tracts into one site.
What Moves the Price Here
- Sewer. Murfreesboro, Smyrna and La Vergne each run their own systems, and service areas keep expanding. Whether sewer reaches the tract today, or is likely to, changes who the buyer is. We confirm the current service boundary before the property is priced.
- Location relative to the growth. Land close to the cities and the interstate corridors attracts builders and commercial users. Land further out, particularly south and east of Murfreesboro, is still priced as farm and estate ground.
- Road frontage and access. For development and commercial buyers, frontage and access to a major road can matter as much as acreage.
- Greenbelt status. Greenbelt is widely used here. When a sale takes land out of farm use for development, the rollback tax can be significant and should be estimated before you set a price.
The Rutherford County land guide has more on local rules, utilities and growth.
What We Have Sold in Rutherford County
Scenic Land & Farms has closed the sale of 3 properties in Rutherford County. They are:
- 4077 Barfield Crescent Rd — 5.01 Acres · $980,000
- 1042 Wolves Den Pl — $177,500
- 0 S Lowry Street — 0.55 Acres · $160,000
Every sale, with photographs and details, is in our portfolio.
How We Sell Land in Rutherford County
We price the tract against closed sales of similar size in the same part of the county, work out which buyer will pay the most for it, and resolve the questions a buyer will raise before the property goes on the market. Then we market it through the multiple listing service, the Sotheby's International Realty network and direct calls to the buyers, builders and neighbors we already know. The full process is in how we sell land in Middle Tennessee.
If the land came to you through a family member, start with selling inherited land in Tennessee. If someone has already offered you cash, read cash buyer or broker before you answer.
To talk about your property, request a free valuation or call Ross at 615.516.6055.
Common Questions
What is land worth per acre in Rutherford County?
Across 423 land sales that closed between November 2023 and August 2026, the median price in Rutherford County was about $47,300 per acre, and the middle half of sales fell between about $24,700 and $77,000 per acre. That covers every tract size together. Small lots sell for far more per acre than large farms, so the figure for your land could sit well outside that range. Ask us for a free valuation of your own tract.
Do you sell land in Rutherford County off-market?
Yes, when it suits the owner and the property. Some owners want privacy and some tracts have an obvious short list of buyers. We will also tell you plainly when we think open-market exposure would bring more.
What should I do before I list my land?
Find your deed and any survey, check whether the land is enrolled in Greenbelt, and make a note of anyone farming, hunting or renting on it. We handle the rest, including checking what the local rules allow. Our guide to how we sell land in Middle Tennessee walks through each step.
Will I owe tax when I sell?
Possibly federal capital gains tax, and Greenbelt rollback tax if the land is enrolled and the use will change. Tennessee does not tax an individual's capital gains. See taxes when you sell a farm or land in Tennessee, and talk to your accountant before you sign a contract.