Just a jaunt from the glamor of downtown, West End and neighboring Midtown is Vandy country and the host of Elliston Place Rock Block, a solid city block of the loudest and proudest nightclubs in town.
Locals and visitors also flock to the full-scale replica of the Greek Parthenon, which houses an impressive art collection in the heart of the city's premier urban Centennial Park.
Six miles southwest of the city center, this neighborhood flanks Nashville's big money in Belle Meade but has the upper hand on schools and high-end shopping along Hillsboro Road. In 12 South , young families can 'fiene up at the Frothy Monkey and no one will stink-eye the stroller. Gateway to North Nashville, historic Germantown is 18 square blocks of pristine Victorian homes and kraut heritage hat tip to its mids residents , now in the employ of industrial chic.
Luxury leather designer Peter Nappi has reclaimed the boiler room of a meatpacking plant on Adams Street. Bounded by Percy Priest Lake and the Stones and Cumberland rivers, six miles east of downtown, Donelson offers breathing room and some of the city's most attractive pricing, whether you're looking for a modest s rambler or a slip at the yacht club.
Donelson is just a grace note south of the Grand Ole Opry and the Hermitage — the historic home of President Andrew Jackson — but for jetsetters the real draw is hassle-free access to Nashville International Airport.
Its cozy mix of Classical Revival, bungalows and English cottages draws residents with an eclectic taste — literally. Still not sure which Nashville neighborhood is perfect to call your home? Simply answer a few questions and we'll tell you! Brian Carberry Brian Carberry has more than 15 years of experience as a content creator and award-winning journalist. He is currently the senior managing editor of Apartment Guide and Rent.
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Being on a tour that takes you out of town and away from your family and friends for days at a time? Sleeping in a tour bus bunk about the size of a coffin while traveling down the highway at 75 mph? Performing on stage in front of thousands of screaming fans? Performing on stage in front of 3 friends and a bartender? Being the center of attention and treated like royalty? Feeling isolated and being completely ignored?
Not being around much to see your children grow up? Staying in some of the finest hotels in the land? Staying at a Days Inn in Fargo? Spending long hours working in recording studios? Working a day job even though you now have a music career?
Long periods of time passing without the phone ringing? Leaving for a gig or session on short notice when the phone finally starts ringing?
Panicking every winter when the work slows down? Sevier Park is just a short stroll away, too. Germantown is one of the oldest areas in Nashville with an awesome, eclectic vibe. The area is fairly small and is undergoing major development, so be sure to check it out before you make your move. Germantown is known for its annual Oktoberfest , when the entire city shows up for German beer, German traditions, and live music. The night scene in Germantown is mild with most restaurants closing by 10pm.
Germantown offers several different types of living options such as single-family homes, townhouses, duplexes and low-rises. People who live in Sylvan Park and Sylvan Heights tend to be very involved in the community and are very supportive of their neighborhood businesses.
There are also a couple shops, a natural foods market, and a salon. If you are an active person , Sylvan Park may interest you. Sylvan Park is wonderful for families of all types or single people wanting to be in a more residential area. Belmont Blvd is a beautiful, mainly residential area located right next to Belmont University. Nestled between Hillsboro Village and 12 South , Belmont Blvd proves to be a desirable, central location in Nashville.
From incredible million dollar homes to more affordable fixer-uppers, you will see all types of people along Belmont Blvd. This area is great for anyone, although, you do see a lot of strollers and tricycles in front yards. Belmont Blvd is a mile strip with wide sidewalks and bike lanes on both sides of the road making it superb for walking, jogging or biking. Belmont Blvd has several restaurants including the well-known coffeehouse and roaster Bongo Java , which has a huge patio filled to the brim when the weather permits.
There is also a great local clothing store, flower shop, and animal hospital. The mix of people on Belmont Blvd creates an energetic culture that keeps you guessing. If you choose to live on Belmont Blvd, you can walk to 12 South and Hillsboro Village pretty easily, but plan to drive to most of the other areas. You will find freelancers and musicians at the local coffeehouses and moms with strollers walking to the nearby Sevier Park. From 12 South, you can walk to Belmont Blvd , but would need to drive to the other areas in Nashville.
There are a couple apartment options, but most 12 South residents live in houses along the perpendicular side streets of 12 Avenue South. This is one of the smaller areas in Nashville but still has a few shops and several eateries, including popular spots like Barcelona Wine Bar and Bella Napoli.
The housing around Edgehill Village varies greatly but is comprised mostly of single-family homes. This area would be suitable for young couples or singles looking for a good central location and more affordable living options. Edgehill Village focuses mostly on commercial space and less on residential living, but if you can find a nice home in this area, you can enjoy the location and awesomeness in Edgehill Village.
The area is only about a quarter mile long with big outdoor patios hooked to most of the restaurants and bars.
When the weather is nice, the patios fill up and create a fun city energy. There are several bars and restaurants, most of which are open until 3am. Demonbreun also has some retail, salons and a spa. Midtown is definitely a bar-hopping mecca , but has also recently added some culinary treasures.
There are a lot of bars and restaurants , with at least seven of the bars staying open until 3am. The vibe in Midtown is a little more relaxed and less touristy, and is a popular area for locals that enjoy a vibrant night scene without mingling with the honky tonking visitors. Midtown is not ideal for families, but would be great for young adults or singles who enjoy plenty of nightlife options and dining out. Out of the other areas mentioned, Green Hills is located the furthest south of Downtown Nashville.
Green Hills is an area you can live in and not have to leave. This is one of the bigger areas in Nashville that has pretty much everything you need, from restaurants to grocery stores to clothing boutiques.
The area is well-known for its high-end shopping scene due to the designer-filled shopping mall and The Hill Center , a development with local boutiques and well-known clothing stores such as Anthropologie and Johnston Murphy. Every type of person lives in Green Hills, but the majority seem to be wealthy families and adults. Living options include single-family homes, condos and apartment complexes.
East Nashville also has everything you could need, but it is the polar opposite of Green Hills. The area has undergone extreme revitalization over the last decade, drawing a lot of attention to an assortment of newcomers who enjoy a laid-back community and culture. East Nashville has a huge list of amazing businesses, from restaurants to shops , that are undoubtedly some of the best in Nashville.
So many people live in East Nashville, but expect to see mostly young, hip adults and families at the local spots. There are all types of properties including houses, townhouses, duplexes and small apartments.
Walking from East Nashville to the other areas is pretty much out of the question, so be prepared to stay on that side of the river or be willing to drive a little. We get emails every day asking about affordable, safe neighborhoods near all the action with great schools. Most real estate and rental listings also include the GreatSchools. The following schools are some of the top-rated, nonsectarian private schools in the Nashville area.
Safety is almost always a concern. With any city, crime rates are generally higher in and near the city than in the suburbs. One of the best tools for checking nearby crimes is CrimeMapping. You simply enter the street address of your potential home or apartment, and you can see crimes that have occurred nearby. Adjust the date range so you can see the kind of criminal activity that has happened over a longer timeframe. Click here to view the Nashville crime map.
To get a better understanding of Nashville and all that is has to offer, we highly recommend going through our neighborhoods section, checking out the events page, and keeping up with us on Facebook and Instagram to get a glimpse of what Nashville has to offer.
Also See:. Subscribe for FREE and get the newest restaurants, events, and fun things to do in your inbox each week! Great website. I am moving to Nashville and found your guide helpful as I narrow down neighborhoods. Every neighborhood seems geared to the young singles, young families. If you are retired, where would you suggest would be a good area to live in the Nashville area?
The most reasonably priced houses will be in the Sylvan Park or East Nashville areas. Belmont Blvd, Green Hills, Hillsboro Village and Franklin have a lot of retired people, but those areas can be pricey. If you were open to a condo, you can find great condos Downtown or in the Gulch. Great Website. Thank you!
We will be moving to Nashville in the next couple of weeks. Never been there. What area is close to the Airport? We are also looking for a good school district for our 5 year old son. Hey Christi! Thanks so much for checking out the website. We focus mostly on the downtown vicinity, so most of these areas are about 5 to 15 miles from the airport.
The airport is only about 6 miles from the downtown core. For schools, take a look at Metro Nashville Public Schools — this website should give you some pretty good pointers.
This is so helpful! The husband and I will be moving to Nash in the next couple months. I also have a young son and appreciate the link above! I am glad I have found this page; sharing it with the husband! Great website! I am moving to Nashville and found this to be an extremely useful resource.
Thanks for your effort. Any advice? I found this on Pinterest. I moved into the Woodland Point subdivision off Bell Road. It is a small peninsula that juts out into Percy Priest Lake. It is a 5 minute walk through the woods to the lake, or a 20 minute drive will get you to the Honkey Tonks on Broadway.
The airport is just 5 minutes away… Shhhhh! Do you have any advice on this? Btw, this site is awesome and very helpful. Happy New Year. Any advice for an inexpensive area for someone in 20s? I am looking to move to Nashville from Los Angeles and start a clothing company. Is there any apparel manufacturing near Nashville?
Sewing contractirs, cutters, dye houses, acteenprinters?? Thanks for help! These are awesome descriptions. I want to live in a fun, hip area, but I will also be on a tight budget. I am: a relatively recently divorced older woman, folk songwriter and performer, creative individual on a tight budget looking for like-minded people.
I am an Atlanta native and a graduate of Georgia Tech. I am considering moving to Nashville. Any suggestions?
Love the site! Very informative. Looking to rent, will be on a tight budget. Email us back if you have any other questions. We just moved to Williamson County and had to rent quickly. Nice but extremely removed from all thats happening. I just got a job at Belmont and my fiance works in Cool Springs. I love the response you gave Susan on Her situation is much like mine. I am going to check out the areas you suggested for her in 2 weeks.
In any of these areas would I be able to buy a home for under ,? I am especially concerned about the real estate taxes too. Hey, this was a great run down of the Nashville neighborhoods. I am 22, single and looking for a place to build my career as a paralegal or in administration while hoping to find that right guy. Where would you recommend I look to live?
My husbands new job is in Nashville and we are looking to buy a home in a family, safe, suburban area with a great school system. I will be living in Nashville for months starting in May. Do you have any studio or 1 bedroom rentals you could recommend in the downtown or gulch area?
Hi, my husband and I are moving to Nashville late summer because I will be starting a Masters program at Vanderbilt. Where would you recommend we look to live? Thank you in advance! The Gulch looks fabulous, but a bit out of my price range.
I qualify for the Laurel House.. Is there a long waiting list? We have 2 young girls and are looking for a family friendly area with lots of other kids and some walkability. Any neighborhood suggestions? I would love a decent area with mature people around my daughter and I age range so we can feel comfortable in no time.
Please assist me with this. Thanks a bunch!! My husband and I are moving to Nashville in April and are currently looking for somewhere to live that is close to Brentwood but also close to Davidson County.
Do you have any suggestions on what towns would be good for us to find an apartment in? Or know of a realtor or agent that focuses on apartments? Were from south Philadelphia if that helps in terms of what we could be looking for. Just graduated from college and accepted a job in Nashville. Is Sylvan Park too far removed?
Thanks for the great information. Any suggestions on where to look and maybe a real estate agent that would be helpful with our needs? I have enjoyed reading all the messages on this site.
I will be flying into Nashville on Thursday and will be leaving Friday afternoon after a second interview. It is very possible that I will receive an offer, and I would like to make the best decision that I can. I would be moving from the DC area. I am a 50 something single woman. I would like to know some areas that I should check out while I am there on Thursday. Because I will have to sell a home, I will probably have to rent for a while.
Any suggestions there would be appreciated as well. All suggestions will be greatly appreciated!!!! I have been researching Nashville for two years now and would like to make this my home for the next fase of my life! I am not looking to spend a lot on rent each month but I do want to be in a safe neighborhood close to the other musicians and music neighborhoods. I am wanting to work at a bar as well.
Any idea what area would be best for me to live in? We have 2 boys, ages 7 and 10, and are looking for a family friendly area with lots of other kids and some walkability. We enjoy the outdoor activities and being around people. We are looking for high quality schools in the specific neighborhood area, sports, etc.
What neighborhoods are more diverse? Is there an area with a higher Latino population? Already did the whole College scene so not necessarily looking to repeat that all over again.
I really am glad I came across your page because it gave me a lot information but still looking for some additional helpful tips! We will be moving from the Boston area. I am 25 and looking for reasonable rent in a safe neighborhood that is close to LP field. I would like to be in walking distance to restaurants and bars.
I am moving from California and my new job starts May 1st. Great site! Would prefer to live in a home with roommates instead of a condo. Hello, Thanks for your helpful website. We are retirees planning to move to Nashville in a year to be close to kids-grandkids. One son and family lives off Acklin near Vandy and another son and famiy in Hendersonville.
Years ago, I used to live on Beechwood near Belmont. While loved the area, it has become too pricey for us now. But 12th looks nice now but is it too hipster for older folks? Used to walk at Radner, shop in Hillsboro and Greenhills. I looked at a coop planned near shelby park Germantown area that looked wonderful but maybe above our budget. Shelby park area looked great but seemed many wrote about many bars nearby and few grocery stores? Someone posted saw needles in park so wonder if safe.
We look forward to your suggestions. Hey-this is so helpful-thank you! I find this site extremely helpful! Wish I would have found it when I first came to Nashville! But never too late! Would like to see more living options, both for renting and purchasing. Thank you so much for this info. I am moving to Nashville in a couple of months. I am single and I will be working at VMC. Hi, I am 23 and relocating to Nashville this summer. I am looking to move to a safe area with other young professionals where there is an active nightlife.
Can you help me? My wife and I are relocating to Nashville. We used to spend long weekends in Nashville when we lived in Atlanta. Since we moved to DC, we have not been able to visit. What about Brentwood?
Thanks for any tips you have! My 5 year old son and I are moving to Nashville in July. We are going to look at some apartments at the end of the month. I want to make sure he gets into a great school district. How do I ensure that he gets into the best school and what areas should I be looking at? Thanks for your time! Moving to Nashville soon, I am an avid kayak-er and cyclist. Your site was informative, but still wondering which area might be most accommodating to my hobbies. This guide was very helpful.
My boyfriend and I are considering picking up and moving from Chicago. Would someone be able to contact me to answer a few questions?
My son is moving to Nashville in a few weeks. He accepted a job near the new convention center. He is in his mid twenties and single. Do you have any ideas for an area in which he should look to live? Thank you, Lori. My two friends and I all 23 are from the midwest and looking to move to Nashville at the end of the summer.
We are all nurses and would like to live downtown but are having difficulty finding three bedrooms. Any areas that are easier to find three bedroom places but still near downtown? What is the one apartment complex and two condos in Midtown and you refer to?
Im very interested in moving to the nashville area by september. This site has very interesting info! Particularly on the broadway strip. Any ideas on jobs? Or places to live with a short commute but far enough away to be out in the open? Thank you!! We are a younger couple always looking for things to do.
Wonderful site! Thanks for the great info here. We are looking at moving to from Minnesota. Looking for a great community with bike friendly attitude, great restaurants within walking distance but also hiking or access to a nice lake. Am I asking for too much?
Thanks again for this great website. My husband and I are moving to Nashville this summer. We are looking at apartments in Midtown and have seen mixed reviews on the safety of the area and the quality of the properties. We want to be close to downtown and the music scene. He is a musician, I am an artist and we will be working a lot from home. Do you have any advice or insight for us? Thanks so much! This site is great. I plan on moving to Nashville in a few months.
I will be a college grad and I will be working in Franklin. I will be looking for something affordable and nice. Also I do not want to drive more than 30 minutes to work. Hello, My husband and I are moving to Nashville in August. Please help us. We are a young married couple. He will be going to Nashville community college for two semesters for paralegal. I want to rent something with a small yard. What do you recommend? My husband and I are full-time California residents, but we are interested in buying a condo in Nashville — and the condo will be second home for us.
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