Walker & Dunlop Arranges $371.5 Million Financing for The Nashville EDITION Hotel & Residences
Walker & Dunlop, Inc., a leading commercial real estate finance company, announced today that it has successfully arranged $371,500,000 in financing to support the development of The Nashville EDITION Hotel & Residences. This premier luxury hotel and residential project will be located in the heart of Nashville’s highly desirable Gulch neighborhood, one of the city’s fastest-growing areas for upscale hospitality and high-rise residential living.
Strategic Financing for a Luxury Development
Walker & Dunlop’s Capital Markets Institutional Advisory team, working closely with the firm’s Hospitality Team, facilitated the transaction on behalf of Tidal Real Estate Partners, the project developer. The financing package, totaling $371.5 million, was provided by Madison Realty Capital and KSL Capital Partners, two leading institutional capital providers.
Key members of the Walker & Dunlop Capital Markets team involved in arranging the financing included Keith Kurland, Aaron Appel, Jonathan Schwartz, Adam Schwartz, Dustin Stolly, Ari Hirt, and Michael Ianno, while the Hospitality team’s contribution came from Jay Morrow, Carter Gradwell, and Jack Hughes. This collaborative effort ensured the successful structuring of a financing solution tailored to the scale and complexity of this high-profile mixed-use development.
A Landmark Addition to Nashville’s Skyline
Upon completion, The Nashville EDITION will rise 28 stories and feature a total of 261 hotel rooms and 84 luxury residences. Designed to combine world-class hospitality with sophisticated residential living, the property will offer separate lobbies and amenity spaces for both hotel guests and residents.
The hotel and residences will showcase chef-led restaurant and bar concepts, multiple floors of curated amenity programming, and shared facilities that include a spa, golf simulator, rooftop pool, and bar with cabanas and skyline views. Additionally, the property will provide 8,300 square feet of combined ballroom and pre-function space, along with conference rooms and fully equipped fitness centers for both guests and residents.
Expert Insight: Elevating Nashville Hospitality
“Downtown Nashville has evolved into a premier market for high-rise residential and luxury hospitality development, driven by sustained demand from both residents and travelers,” said Keith Kurland, Senior Managing Director at Walker & Dunlop. “We are honored to work alongside the iconic EDITION brand and Tidal Real Estate Partners to fill a clear gap in the market. The Nashville EDITION will redefine luxury hospitality through intentional, design-led experiences, delivering a concept that elevates both the guest experience and residential living.”
Prime Location in the Gulch Neighborhood
The project is strategically positioned at 11th Avenue North and Grundy Street, placing it steps from popular shops, acclaimed restaurants, neighborhood bars, and cultural landmarks. The location provides unparalleled walkability, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy seamless access to daily amenities and the vibrant lifestyle offerings of downtown Nashville.
As the Gulch neighborhood continues to attract luxury development, The Nashville EDITION is poised to become the most anticipated branded hospitality and residential project in the city, setting a new standard for design-led luxury living.
Tidal Real Estate Partners: Focused on Culture-Led Hospitality
“While Nashville continues to see strong business and leisure travel growth, elevated, design-forward hotel models that reflect local culture remain underrepresented,” said Mick Walsdorf, Principal at Tidal Real Estate Partners. “This project marks Tidal’s third development in the Gulch, following the successful delivery of 1111 Church, a best-in-class multifamily rental community, and an upcoming dual-branded project featuring The Marriott Vacation Club and Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy.
“We recognize a significant opportunity to create a mixed-use, culture-led hospitality destination that enhances both residential living and the guest experience. By partnering with Walker & Dunlop and developing under the iconic EDITION brand, we are delivering a project rooted in standout design and intentional programming, executed with institutional-scale expertise to create one of Nashville’s most inspired hotel and residential destinations,” added Walsdorf.
Design and Amenity Highlights
The Nashville EDITION will be a showcase of luxury, design, and functionality. Its amenity offerings are designed to appeal to both hotel guests and residents, including:
- Rooftop Pool & Bar: Offering panoramic views of downtown Nashville, complete with cabanas and social spaces.
- Spa and Wellness Facilities: Comprehensive wellness programming for residents and hotel guests.
- Golf Simulator: Catering to business and leisure travelers seeking high-end recreational options.
- Ballroom & Conference Spaces: Flexible 8,300 square feet for events, meetings, and private functions.
- Residential and Hotel Lobbies: Fully separate spaces to ensure privacy and premium service for both resident and hotel clientele.
- Dining and Entertainment: Chef-led restaurants and bars emphasizing local culinary culture and hospitality.
Through these thoughtfully curated offerings, the project aims to bridge the gap between urban luxury living and high-end hospitality, creating an integrated environment where design, comfort, and lifestyle seamlessly converge.
Nashville: A Thriving Market for Luxury Hospitality
The Nashville Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), home to more than 2.1 million residents and over 40,000 businesses, continues to demonstrate robust economic momentum and strong demand for both hospitality and high-rise residential development. This sustained growth reinforces the strategic importance of branded, design-forward hospitality projects like The Nashville EDITION, which meet the expectations of modern travelers and affluent urban residents.
Walker & Dunlop: Leadership in Capital Sourcing
In 2024, Walker & Dunlop’s Capital Markets team sourced over $16 billion from non-Agency capital providers, solidifying its position as a trusted advisor across all asset classes for developers, owners, and operators nationwide. The firm’s ability to combine institutional relationships, market expertise, and bespoke financing solutions positions it uniquely to deliver complex, large-scale transactions such as The Nashville EDITION.
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