When it comes to the size of yards in Tennessee, Murfreesboro finds itself in the middle of the pack, with residents boasting yards smaller than those in several other cities across the state. According to a recent study by LawnStarter, Murfreesboro secured the 19th spot for yard sizes, highlighting the city's trend toward more modest outdoor spaces.
Murfreesboro's overall ranking of 19, places it below cities like Lebanon, which claims the crown for the largest yards in the region. The study examined yard sizes in 2,000 cities across America, using data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency to determine the average yard sizes of single-family homes.
The average yard size in Murfreesboro was reported at 0.410 acres, translating to just over 17,800 square feet. This means that, on average, Murfreesboro residents enjoy yards measuring approximately 130 feet by 137 feet. While not the smallest, Murfreesboro's yards fall short of the expansive spaces found in other parts of the state.
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11. Gallatin, TN
13. Kingsport, TN 14. Hendersonville, TN 15. Clarksville, TN 16. Jackson, TN 17. Oak Ridge, TN 18. Knoxville, TN 19. Murfreesboro, TN 20. Farragut, TN |
21. Franklin, TN 22. Smyrna, TN 23. Nashville, TN 24. Spring Hill, TN 25. Collierville, TN 26. Germantown, TN 27. La Vergne, TN 28. Chattanooga, TN 29. Bartlett, TN 30. Memphis, TN |
Lebanon, situated north of Murfreesboro in Wilson County, boasts the largest yards in the area, securing the 1st position on the list. Homeowners in Lebanon can take pride in maintaining a yard measuring an impressive 200 feet by 150 feet.
Smyrna follows behind at number 22, with an average yard size of 16,300 square feet. Nashville, despite its urban setting, claims the 23rd spot, featuring yards averaging 14,900 square feet. LaVergne ranks 27th, with yards slightly larger than 13,460 square feet.
The bottom of the list, at number 30, Memphis, Tennessee, with the smallest yards in the Volunteer State, measuring just 8,888 square feet.
MORE: Cookeville emerges as the city with the second-largest yards in Tennessee, while Brentwood secures the third spot. Shelbyville, Cleveland, Maryville, Columbia, Morristown, Mount Juliet, and Bristol round out the top 10, showcasing the diversity in yard sizes across the state.
As Tennesseans take pride in their outdoor spaces, the study provides insights into the varying yard sizes, reflecting the unique character of each city and the preferences of its residents. Whether embracing expansive lawns or opting for more compact yards, the study offers a snapshot of the landscaping choices shaping communities across the Volunteer State.
