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Keystone Realty

Nash County, NC · pop. 5,632

Property management and real estate in Nashville, NC

More desirable than Rocky Mount, and it shows in the numbers — property here tends to rent and sell faster, and at a slightly higher price.

We do both here: we manage rental property for owners in Nashville, NC, and we’re a full-service brokerage for anyone buying or selling. If you’re weighing whether to rent a place out or sell it, that’s one conversation with us rather than two.

Rentals 252-777-3141Sales 252-777-3099

Downtown Nashville, looking toward the courthouse
Photo: Indy beetle, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Getting to know Nashville

History

Nash County was formed in 1777 and named for Francis Nash, a Revolutionary War general who was mortally wounded at the Battle of Germantown. Nashville was actually settled around 1780 — four years before the frontier outpost on the Cumberland River took the name "Nashville, Tennessee" in 1784. North Carolina's Nashville didn't receive its formal charter until January 23, 1815, when the General Assembly authorized commissioners to lay out the town's streets and build a courthouse, cementing its role as the Nash County seat.

The town really came into its own after the Civil War, when the arrival of the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad in the late 1880s brought a wave of new business and building. Much of what makes downtown Nashville so charming today dates from that boom: the Nashville Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987, covers roughly 140 buildings, most built between 1890 and 1930. The current Nash County Courthouse — a Colonial Revival building designed by architect J.C. Stout — went up in 1921 and has been on the National Register since 1979.

Things to Do & Parks

The historic district itself is a big part of the draw — worth a slow walk or drive to take in the Victorian-era homes and storefronts around the square. Nash County Parks & Recreation runs J.W. Glover Memorial Park nearby, with football and multipurpose fields, youth baseball diamonds, and a basketball court, and the Town of Nashville runs its own Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources programs and green space.

Nashville's best-known event is the annual Blooming Festival, held every year on Mother's Day weekend — a four-day celebration with a carnival, live music, and a Saturday parade that draws visitors from well beyond Nash County.

Dining

Downtown Nashville has a handful of local, independently run spots worth knowing. The Nashville Diner on Curtis Street is a longtime local favorite just steps from downtown, and the Nashville Exchange Cafe & Catering on West Washington Street serves breakfast and lunch right in the heart of downtown. For seafood, One of Deez Days Steamhouse on Main Street is an old-school oyster bar doing it right — steamed oysters, shrimp, scallops, and crab legs, nothing fried, with a full bar to go with it. There's an Italian pizzeria on West Washington Street as well. It's a small-town dining scene, but a loyal one — the kind of places where the same faces show up week after week.

What we do in Nashville

Managing rental property

Leasing, screening, rent collection and maintenance, with both brokers inspecting every managed property quarterly. 9% + ½ month's rent leasing fee, $75 monthly minimum.

How our management works →

Buying and selling

Pricing, marketing and negotiation from our agents, who sell in Nashville themselves — not a regional office treating it as an outlying zip code.

Selling with Keystone →

What people around here say

Keystone Realty holds the highest Google rating of any brokerage or property manager in Rocky Mount — 4.8 stars across 220 reviews.

4.8220 Google reviews
  • “Working with Wendy was truly one of the best parts of my home-buying experience. From start to finish, she was knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and always had my best interests at heart. As a first-time homebuyer, I had so many questions, but she took the time to explain everything and made the entire process feel so much less overwhelming. Wendy went above and beyond every step of the way, always making sure I felt informed and confident throughout the entire process. Her professionalism, honesty, and genuine care for her clients truly set her apart. If you’re looking for a realtor who is dedicated, trustworthy, and truly cares about her clients, I cannot recommend Wendy enough. Thank you for making such an important milestone in my life such a wonderful experience!”

    Ashley Wall Kite2 months ago

  • “You will be very satisfied with the professional and dedicated service of Georgette Monaghan with Keystone Realty. Her goal is to ensure your home buying experience is pleasurable!”

    Fonda Bolt5 years ago

  • “One couldn’t ask for a more knowledgeable and helpful agent to guide one through the confusing process of navigating the real estate purchasing matrix. Out of 10 possible stars, she is a 20. Thank you sincerely, Georgette Monaghan!”

    Richard Redcay5 years ago

  • “Georgette is efficient, motivated and the most determined person I've ever met! Once her mind is on helping her client, nothing will deter her from that goal! She is the must perfect advocate for her clients, hands down!”

    kelly henry smith5 years ago

  • “As a home builder and having past real estate dealings, I would like to recommend Georgette Monaghan as your real estate agent. She is highly efficient and is attentive to every detail. Georgette has a great personality and is a delight to be around. I am sure she will satisfy your every real estate need. George F.”

    George Farrell5 years ago

  • “I would like to mention how wonderful Georgette Monaghan is as a realtor. She is always sure to provide the best of care in every possible way. She is a treasure!!! Paula F.”

    Paula Farrell5 years ago

  • “Zach with Keystone is really great and helpful and really easy to work with.”
  • “Working with Zac and Phil was great! The communication with Zac was fantastic!”
  • “Super helpful and had quick responses!”

Rating and reviews pulled live from Keystone Realty’s Google Business Profile.

Nashville questions

Does Keystone Realty manage rental property in Nashville, NC?
Yes. Keystone Realty manages residential rental property in Nashville, NC and across Nash and Edgecombe counties. Management is 9% of collected rent plus a leasing fee of ½ month's rent, with a $75 monthly minimum.
Can Keystone Realty help me buy or sell a home in Nashville, NC?
Yes. Keystone Realty is a full-service brokerage as well as a property management company, so we handle sales and purchases in Nashville, NC directly. That also means if you're weighing whether to rent a property out or sell it, you get one conversation rather than two.
What is the housing like in Nashville, NC?
Expect a Nashville home to move a little quicker than a comparable one in Rocky Mount, and often at a slightly better number — worth knowing before you set a rent or a list price. The downtown is part of the draw, with small local businesses for shopping and dining.
How far is Nashville, NC from your office?
The Nash County seat, about ten minutes west of Rocky Mount on US-64. Our office is at 132 N Englewood Dr, Ste A, Rocky Mount — close enough that we work Nashville, NC ourselves rather than treating it as an outlying zip code.