The Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) will open the waiting lists for two properties on a first-come, first-served basis Sept. 10 and 11.

Preference will be given to applicants who are 62 years or older or have a disability.

Applications require a valid email address and will only be accepted online. It can be submitted 24 hours a day during the open application period at nashville-mdha.org by clicking the button on the large yellow banner at the top of the homepage that says “Apply Now for Housing.” The process takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Once an application is submitted, applicants will receive an email confirmation.

Each property has its own waiting list, so those interested in both properties must fill out two online applications.

Gernert Studio Apartments
1101 Edgehill Ave.

Studio and one-bedroom apartments

Opens: Noon Sept. 10, 2025
Closes: 3 p.m. Sept. 16, 2025

Edgefield Manor
525 Shelby Ave.

Studio and one-bedroom apartments

Opens: Noon Sept. 11, 2025
Closes: 3 p.m. Sept. 16, 2025

Anyone with questions or in need of assistance can call the Resident Services information line at 615-252-8527 (press 0 when prompted) during the open application periods.

Applicants may also visit public libraries to access a computer. All Nashville Public Library locations have public access computers, and neither an appointment nor a library card are necessary to use them. Please visit the library’s website to find the closest location.

Interested in Applying?

Click below for a sample application. This will allow applicants to gather information needed to successfully complete the online-only application.

MDHA does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, color, national origin, religion, disability or any other legally protected status in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. For assistance with language interpretation or other accommodation or service, call 615-252-8469. For TDD services, call 615-252-8599.