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The Motley

The Motley is a landmark mixed-use rental community rising in Midtown Nashville at 1401 Church Street, on the site of a former dairy factory.

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1401 Church Street, Manhattan. 26 floors and 1197 residences. Broke ground September 2024, targeting 2027. Financed with $208.4M from Otéra Capital in November 2025.

The story so far

Developed by IPB, a subsidiary of Bosa Properties, and designed by Hastings Architecture with Axiom Builders as general contractor, the phased project will ultimately deliver roughly 1,200 residences across three towers, beginning with a 26-story first phase of 326 homes above ground-floor retail. Residents gain access to extensive amenities including a pool, fitness center, dog run and golf simulator, marking a bold new gateway to one of Nashville's fastest-growing districts.

Expected opening 2027 est.
The Motley's below-grade structure nears street level Late 2025

General contractor Axiom Builders advanced excavation and foundations far enough by late 2025 that the garage structure was about to reach grade, with 15,000 square feet of ground-floor restaurant and retail and the 26-story tower still tracking to deliver in 2027.

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Topped out Sep 3, 2026

Topped out the 26-story north tower; Axiom Builders is general contractor.

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Financing secured Nov 25, 2025

IPB/Bosa closed a $208.4M construction loan from Otéra Capital on Nov 25, 2025; Phase 1 broke ground Feb 5 2025, targeting late 2027.

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Going vertical Feb 2025

Phase 1 north tower started construction Feb 2025; street 1401 Church St (14th & Church).

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Broke ground Sep 2024

The Motley broke ground ~Sep 2024 (HASTINGS Architecture); GC Axiom Builders.

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Announced 2024 est.

IPB Properties (Bosa) advanced The Motley, a multi-tower residential community on the former Dairy Farmers plant in Midtown Nashville.

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AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open

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Common questions

Frequently asked

Where is The Motley located?

The Motley is located in Nashville.

When will The Motley be completed?

The Motley is under construction, with completion expected in 2027 (a TMW estimate).

Who is developing The Motley?

IPB Properties is the developer behind The Motley.

Who designed The Motley?

The Motley was designed by Hastings Architecture, with interiors by HASTINGS Architecture.

How big is The Motley?

The Motley rises 26 stories with 1197 residences.