What does a Nashville Class A fit-out cost?

From $75–$105/sqft for Basic to $235–$340/sqft for Trophy specification. Mid-spec — the most common — is $110–$160/sqft.

Are MEP and AV included in those bands?

Yes — bands include MEP, AV/IT cabling, FF&E, and a typical contingency.

Class A fit-out in Nashville ranges from $75–$105/sqft for basic specification to $235–$340/sqft for trophy.

Basic fit-out: $75–$105/sqft.
Mid spec: $110–$160/sqft.
High-end: $165–$235/sqft.
Trophy: $235–$340/sqft.
Always model fit-out as amortised capex inside total occupancy cost.

Nashville office fit-out costs

Class A fit-out">fit-out in Nashville ranges from $75–$105/sqft for basic specification to $235–$340/sqft for trophy.

TL;DR

Basic fit-out: $75–$105/sqft.
Mid spec: $110–$160/sqft.
High-end: $165–$235/sqft.
Trophy: $235–$340/sqft.
Always model fit-out as amortised capex inside total occupancy cost.

Cost bands

**Basic** ($75–$105/sqft): functional Cat-B with standard finishes and basic AV. **Mid** ($110–$160/sqft): branded reception, mix of meeting rooms, mid-grade AV, light biophilic touches. **High-end** ($165–$235/sqft): full client-facing programming, premium furniture, specialist AV. **Trophy** ($235–$340/sqft): fully bespoke design, signature staircase or feature, top-tier MEP and acoustic packages.

What drives variation

Local labour rates, MEP and AV scope, contingency, FF&E selection, and the building's Cat-A condition. Always price scenarios against landlord's TI to land on net-out-of-pocket capex.

Working with the landlord allowance

Use the Fit-out Budget Estimator with your spec level to benchmark; subtract landlord-funded TI to land on net spend. Over-allowance spend is amortised into rent — negotiate the rate up front.

Key facts

city	Nashville
country	United States
region	Americas
classARentLocal	42 USD/sqft/yr
classARentUsd	$42/sqft/yr
vacancy	17.3%
typicalLeaseYears	10
typicalRentFreeMonths	12
submarkets	5
primeYieldPct	6.7%
basicFitoutPsf	$75–$105/sqft
midFitoutPsf	$110–$160/sqft
highEndFitoutPsf	$165–$235/sqft
trophyFitoutPsf	$235–$340/sqft

Frequently asked questions

What does a Nashville Class A fit-out cost?: From $75–$105/sqft for Basic to $235–$340/sqft for Trophy specification. Mid-spec — the most common — is $110–$160/sqft.
Are MEP and AV included in those bands?: Yes — bands include MEP, AV/IT cabling, FF&E, and a typical contingency.

Editorial provenance

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Primary sources for this page

CBRE Marketview reports — CBRE
JLL Office Insight — JLL
Cushman & Wakefield Marketbeat — Cushman & Wakefield
Savills World Research — Savills
Colliers Global Office Outlook — Colliers

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