Murfreesboro is the geographical center of Tennessee.  More importantly, Murfreesboro is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States.  With a wide range of economic activities, the economy in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County would not be devastated by the loss of a single source of revenue.  Farming, manufacturing, service related activities, tourism, transportation, education and many other income producing activities keeps unemployment in Murfreesboro at admirably low rate.

Unlike many other fast growing areas, Murfreesboro is well suited for growth and has not entered the “boom or bust” phase.  While many other areas within the United States are experiencing real estate stagnation, Murfreesboro continues to increase in home and commercial real estate sales each year. 

There is still abundant land available for development.  This fact alone sets Murfreesboro apart from other fast growing areas.  As the community grows, the law of supply and demand affects property values.  Real estate prices in Murfreesboro have maintained a steady increase over the past several years and are expected to continue that trend for the foreseeable future.