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Sentral Nashville SoBro

$2,329 – $3,337/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 574–1,181 sq ft
  • 6 units available
516 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN, 37203

As of October 13, 2026, Sentral Nashville SoBro in Nashville, TN has 6 apartments for rent from $2,329 to $3,337/mo. Studios start at $2,374, one-bedrooms at $2,329, and two-bedrooms at $3,306. The average asking rent has fallen 8.2% since June 2, 2026, from $3,095 to $2,843.

Floor plans

6 floor plans · 6 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 574 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,374/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
S1$2,374574Oct 12

A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 624 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,329/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A5$2,329624Oct 12

A7

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 638 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,788/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A7$2,788638Oct 12

A10

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 683 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,921/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A10$2,921683Oct 12

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,181 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,306/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B4$3,3061,181Oct 12

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,164 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,337/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B3$3,3371,164Oct 12

See all 12 units listed at Sentral Nashville SoBro, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Sentral Nashville SoBro has ranged from $2,840 to $3,652. The current average is $2,843, down $252 (8.1%) from $3,095 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (115 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$2,966$2,329 – $4,2206
Sep 2026$3,268$2,169 – $3,6667
Aug 2026$3,054$2,098 – $4,5759
Jul 2026$3,252$2,215 – $4,78410
Jun 2026$3,040$2,293 – $4,9199

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $2,329 – $3,337/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Nashville area.

Lowest-priced apartment: A5 at $2,329

$2,419/mo

$90/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $2,329

  • Utilities

    Included in rent

    Included

  • Internet

    est.

    $74

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $16

  • All-in monthly

    $2,419

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$2,374$2,464$85,464/yr
1 bedroom$2,329$2,419$83,844/yr
2 bedrooms$3,306$3,396$119,016/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $83,844 a year for the $2,329 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Nashville earns $56,009 a year.

Compared with the Nashville area

The median one-bedroom at Sentral Nashville SoBro asks $2,788 a month, 128% above the Nashville area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,224. Typical asking rents across the area are down 1.7% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereNashville-area asking rentNashville rent paid
Studio$2,374—$1,416
1 bedroom$2,788$1,224$1,419
2 bedrooms$3,322$1,354$1,570
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Nashville, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • All Utilities, Streaming Services, Wifi, And More

  • Balconies Or Patios

  • Ceiling Fans

  • Central Heat And Ac

  • Community Events

  • Complimentary Coffee Station

  • Designer-Furnished Apartments Available

  • Entertainment Lounge

  • Fire Pit, Fireplace, Or Both

  • Full Kitchen

  • Game Room

  • Garage Parking

  • Gathering And Networking Spaces

  • Granite Countertops

  • Grilling Station

  • Indoor And Outdoor Entertaining Areas

  • Keyless Apartment Entry

  • On-Site Management

  • Refrigerator, Dishwasher, And Microwave

  • Rooftop Or Observatory Deck

  • Secure Building Access

  • Sentrallife Community App

  • Smoke-Free Community

  • Soft-Close Cabinetry

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Vinyl Plank Wood Flooring

  • Walkable To Shopping, Restaurants, And More

  • Walk-In Or Bathtub Showers

  • Wifi In Common Areas

  • Work Spaces

  • Yoga Studio


Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

516 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN, 37203


Resident reviews

4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8
Management2.8
Location4.7
Building Quality2.6
Maintenance3.5

Sentral SoBro offers spacious, modern apartments with full kitchens, in-unit laundry, and a prime location within walking distance of Broadway and downtown Nashville. Guest experiences are mixed: many praise the amenities, location, and friendly staff, while others report significant challenges with building access systems, parking procedures, cleanliness inconsistencies, and communication gaps during check-in. Recurring operational issues include complex entry codes, unclear pre-arrival instructions, and variable housekeeping standards.

Sentral SoBro offers spacious, modern units with desirable amenities including a rooftop pool, fitness center, full kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Guests consistently praise the location near Broadway and downtown Nashville, though parking access and wayfinding present recurring challenges—the app-based system and lack of clear signage create confusion for first-time visitors. Common maintenance concerns include worn furniture, broken fixtures, and inconsistent room cleanliness, while staff responsiveness varies.

Management responsiveness varies significantly, with front desk staff generally praised for friendliness and helpfulness, but operational issues and communication gaps create friction. Recurring problems include unclear parking procedures and fees, delayed security deposit refunds, billing discrepancies, and inconsistent check-in communication. While some guests report positive interactions with staff, others experienced dismissive or unhelpful responses during problem resolution.

The property offers an excellent central location in Nashville's SoBro district, within walking distance to Broadway, downtown attractions, restaurants, and music venues. Most residents praise the convenient access to nearby amenities and the 5-10 minute proximity to downtown. However, parking logistics present challenges: the system requires navigation between separate parking and unit elevator access, delivery coordination can be difficult, and parking fees are noted as expensive. A security deposit refund delay was also reported.

The building features modern finishes and clean units, but residents report significant challenges with access systems, wayfinding, and building navigation. Key card and code entry failures, unclear signage, and disconnected parking-to-unit access create friction for residents. Noise issues, including disturbances from other residents and common areas, are a recurring concern alongside reports of wear on furniture and inconsistent cleanliness standards.

Maintenance issues were identified during the stay, including a broken marble table that required staff removal and low water pressure in the bathroom sink. Maintenance staff responded to repair requests and were noted as helpful and courteous. While some appliance concerns were observed, the property addressed maintenance needs that arose during the visit.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Very Walkable

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


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Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

First Baptist Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Hume - Fogg High Academic Magnet

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Today Care Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Mckendree Christian Child Cent

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Rochelle Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

YMCA Day Care-Brick Church

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

YMCA Day Care-Bordeaux

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

YMCA Day Care-Head Magnet

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Rose Park Math/ Science Middle Magnet

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.8 mi

Tsu Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

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