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The Wayward

$1,524 – $2,993/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 547–1,207 sq ft
  • 36 units available
  • Pet friendly
2135 Waterside Drive, Nashville, TN 37207

As of October 14, 2026, The Wayward in Nashville, TN has 36 apartments for rent from $1,524 to $2,993/mo. Studios start at $1,524, one-bedrooms at $1,602, and two-bedrooms at $2,351. The average asking rent has fallen 8.2% since March 25, 2026, from $2,289 to $2,103.


Floor plans

The Wayward has 36 units available across 17 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (552–623 sq ft), 8 one-bedroom layouts (547–757 sq ft), and 7 two-bedroom layouts (933–1,207 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

S3 0x1

Studio • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,524/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
227$1,524552Oct 22

S1-HC 0x1

Studio • 1 Bath • 623 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,629/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
244$1,629623Oct 24

A2 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 547 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,602/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
249$1,602547Sep 12
749$1,669547Oct 21
248$1,609547Oct 27
525$1,654547Nov 2
347$1,609547Nov 11

A4 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 571 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,691/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
428$1,691571Dec 7

A1 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 604 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,708/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
440$1,708604Aug 14

A5 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 579 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,771/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
101$1,771579Sep 9

A7 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 698 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,873/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
437$1,921698Aug 20
324$1,873698Aug 30
432$1,873698Sep 7
552$2,008698Sep 20
424$1,973698Oct 7
352$1,988698Oct 17

A11 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 724 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,943/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
501$1,943724Oct 2
601$1,948724Oct 22
201$1,973724Oct 31

A9 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 708 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,058/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
212$2,058708Sep 28
411$2,068708Oct 15
310$2,058708Dec 1
520$2,088708Dec 5
346$2,068708Dec 13

A10 1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 757 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,143/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
630$2,143757Nov 18

B3 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 963 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,351/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
302$2,351963Aug 14
202$2,393963Dec 21

B1 1x1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 933 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,413/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
313$2,413933Nov 12

B4 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 985 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,423/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
605$2,538985Sep 26
112$2,423985Oct 23

B6 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,062 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,553/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
455$2,5531,062Nov 22

B7 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,132 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,783/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
441$2,8431,132Sep 22
241$2,7831,132Oct 31

B11 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,206 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,809/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
208$2,8091,206May 17
608$2,9931,206Oct 31

B10 2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,207 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,943/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
415$2,9431,207Oct 2

See all 165 units listed at The Wayward, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Wayward, a studio starts at about $1,994 a month all-in: $1,524 rent, $230 in listed fees, and an estimated $240 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,085 and a two-bedroom at about $2,895.

All-in from$1,994/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Wayward takes about $54,864 a year for a studio, $57,672 for a one-bedroom, and $84,636 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,994 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $84,700 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,994/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$84,700/yr

Income to qualify

$54,864/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Wayward has ranged from $2,039 to $2,311. The current average is $2,103, down $187 (8.1%) from $2,289 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for The Wayward shows $230.12 a month in fees (community amenity fee $125, parking garage $75, pet rent $25, and 1 more) and $533 due at signing (pet fee $400, application fee $50, administrative fee $49, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,524 – $2,993/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    May 17

Monthly fees

Community Amenity Fee

$125/mo

Parking - Garage

$75/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5.12/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$49

Application Fee

$50

Pet Fee

$400

Utility - Final Bill Fee

$17

Utility - New Account Fee

$17

Amenities

The Wayward is pet friendly. It lists 9 amenities, including pool with poolside cabanas, rooftop lounge with fireplace, and bike room with storage.

  • Access To Club Style Gym With Locker Rooms

  • Bike Room With Storage

  • Clubroom/Game Room

  • Flexible Remote Work Spaces Including Conference Rooms, Private Work / Meeting Spaces

  • Outdoor Grilling Area

  • Pet Spa

  • Pool With Poolside Cabanas

  • Pool With Poolside Cabanas, Stage, Fireplace And Courtyard Recreation Area

  • Rooftop Lounge With Fireplace


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Lounge
  • Game room
    2 photos
  • Lobby

Location

2135 Waterside Drive, Nashville, TN 37207


Resident reviews

The Wayward has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.4) and location (4.0) highest and building quality (3.0) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.5
Location4.0
Building Quality3.0
Maintenance3.1
Overall93 reviews

The Wayward offers a modern, well-maintained community with strong leasing and maintenance staff support, particularly praised for responsive service during move-in. However, some residents report ongoing concerns including noise from adjacent construction and highway traffic, unresolved maintenance issues, parking garage problems, and billing discrepancies. The property's location and amenities are generally well-received, though long-term residents have experienced more friction with management than newer tenants.

Management and leasing staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the move-in process, with many residents highlighting smooth leasing experiences and friendly interactions. However, a significant minority of longer-term residents report serious concerns including billing discrepancies, slow communication, unresolved maintenance issues, and delayed security deposit returns. The property shows a stark divide between early-lease satisfaction and longer-term resident frustration with accountability and follow-through on repairs.

The Wayward offers well-regarded amenities including a fitness center, pool, lounge areas, and pet spa that are generally maintained to a high standard. However, residents report inconsistent maintenance responsiveness, ongoing issues with parking garage functionality and upkeep, and concerns about common area cleanliness and noise management. Staff responsiveness varies, with some residents experiencing prompt service while others report slow communication and delayed resolution of work orders.

The property benefits from a strong location with convenient access to downtown, the Eastside, and nearby amenities, though residents without vehicles may find grocery shopping and errands challenging due to limited nearby stores. Parking presents a significant concern, with reports of garage access issues and difficulty finding spaces despite monthly fees. The neighborhood is described as quiet and secure with a good balance between seclusion and city access, though some residents note that ongoing maintenance and upkeep issues detract from the premium positioning.

Building quality experiences are mixed. Positive reviews highlight cleanliness, quiet common areas, and responsive maintenance staff. However, negative reviews consistently report noise transmission between units, unresolved maintenance issues including elevator and garage door problems, and inconsistent upkeep of common areas. External noise from construction and nearby venues also impacts some units.

Maintenance responsiveness is inconsistent across the property. Positive reviews highlight quick response times and professional service, while negative reviews report extended delays on critical issues like garage door repairs, water leaks, and elevator access problems—some unresolved for months. Common concerns include temporary fixes rather than permanent solutions, slow follow-through on work orders, and communication gaps between residents and maintenance staff.

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

The Wayward is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Wayward was good on 230 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 56, moderate). Daily highs averaged 91°F in September, the warmest month, and lows averaged 28°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

230 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 48

Temperature

91° / 28°

average September high / January low

: 91° high, 67° low

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January45°F28°F46 (good)21 of 31
February55°F35°F50 (good)15 of 28
March71°F50°F44 (good)26 of 31
April78°F57°F46 (good)23 of 30
May78°F61°F46 (good)21 of 31
June87°F68°F48 (good)18 of 30
July89°F73°F56 (moderate)10 of 31
August90°F72°F51 (moderate)13 of 31
September91°F70°F56 (moderate)9 of 30
October75°F55°F38 (good)27 of 31
November62°F43°F39 (good)25 of 30
December51°F36°F43 (good)22 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Wayward is a 355-unit building in Nashville, TN.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    355

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Wayward is Ida B. Wells Elementary, a public elementary school 0.5 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Ida B. Wells Elementary

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.5 mi

Murrell Education

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.8 mi

Mrs Omies Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Kid's University Child Care Center II

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

K I P P: Academy Nashville

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.2 mi

Snuggle Up Baby Group Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Shwab Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.5 mi

Sunshine Gallery School DC

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.8 mi

Small Wonders

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Haynes Middle

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle2.1 mi

Contact & management

The Wayward is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 615-795-0255.


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