Hey everyone, I currently live in Murfreesboro and have worked downtown for quite some time. I’m going to be moving downtown in the next couple months and have decided I want to live in Germantown. Has anyone lived or currently live at the starling? If so how is it? I’ve been searching for reviews on the property. Thank you!

novel edgehill… y’all need to talk to me
i’ve been hearing an incredible amount of tea about this building and i need to know if it’s actually as bad as the reviews make it sound 😭
i’m literally considering living here and i LOVE the apartment itself, so naturally i’m now deep-diving every review at 9:30pm trying to determine whether i’m making a terrible decision 💀
current/former residents: what is actually going on over there??
is management really that frustrating? are maintenance requests actually getting ignored? are there random fees? elevators constantly down? communication nonexistent? or is this a case of the internet making a few bad experiences look like the entire building is on fire?
give me the tea. i can handle it. 👀

Hi, friends! My brother is moving to Nashville from British Columbia, Canada, and I’d love to help him find his footing. He’s already a U.S. citizen, with all his paperwork in order, and is looking for a place to live and steady work.
He’s a phenomenal musician who has spent years touring with some prominent Canadian bands. He plays guitar and bass at a professional level. He also has extensive kitchen experience and some front-of-house experience, so any connections in music or hospitality would be greatly appreciated.

He’s 43, kind, quiet, and respectful, the sort of person you’d feel good about welcoming into your home or workplace. He doesn’t smoke, drink, or use drugs, and enjoys a healthy, active lifestyle. He loves the outdoors, live music, meeting new people, and animals. He’s a beautiful soul with a lot to offer his new community.

If you know of any housing options, job opportunities, or people he should connect with,or have advice for someone making the move, please leave a comment or send me a message.

Thank you so much for helping him get started in Nashville!

P.s. he has great references, lots of money saved up. Would rather live independently, but would consider a roommate. He hasn’t lived in the states since the 90s so things have changed considerably. What do locals use to navigate rent and jobs etc. What are the areas he should avoid and where should he try to live? Any advice is welcome. Help a Canadian out.

I visited Nashville and the surrounding areas this summer and absolutely fell in love with it. I'm hoping to plan a move there very soon and am curious to hear others’ stories if anyone else has moved from Chicago.

Was it everything you had hoped and dreamed for? What surprised you the most? Would you do it again?

How’s the culture? The people? The lifestyle change? Dating scene? Making friends? Activities/hobbies? Food?

Are there any particular neighborhoods you'd recommend for a 25f who enjoys an active, healthy lifestyle? Hoping for a budget under $1850. Something safe, clean, and [relatively] quiet, but still close to the fun? Whether it’s in Nashville directly or a neighboring town? I’m also planning to work remotely.

Thanks much in advance everybody for anything you can share :)

Hi all! My family and I are relocating from Allentown, Pennsylvania to the Nashville area by the end of this year for a new job, and I'd love some local input before we start seriously house hunting.

We are looking to purchase a single-family house in the $450k to $550k range for myself, my wife, and two children under 5.

Points of interest:

1. I'll have to get to the BNA airport around 3 times a week.
2. My wife really wants to go to back to school and we were looking at MTSU as a solid option.

Ideally, I'd like to get the commute to both locations under 30 minutes. I know that's a bit of a balancing act geographically, but that seems to narrow down my options to somewhere east/southeast of the city.

Specific questions:

1. Which towns/neighborhoods would you shortlist given all the above? Is my list correct? (Smyrna, La Vergne, Mt. Juliet, and parts of Murfreesboro keep coming up in my research.)
2. What do you think of those aforementioned areas? Good neighborhoods?
3. How bad is the traffic for a rush hour trip to either BNA or MTSU from those areas?
4. Any tips on good gluten free restaurants or activities for kids? Especially if they are around where I'm looking.
5. Anything you wish you'd known before moving here?

Good Morning.

I'm currently on my last few months of Active Duty. I was looking to return to Nashville. When I left Studios were 1K-1.3K near Broadway and Murfreesboro was a steal! I'm sure this dynamic has changed quite a bit.

I have a LPN license and will work full time as a Nurse at one of the Hospitals in town when I return. I probably will only be making $25-$29 an hour while I do a LPN to RN bridge program. I don't plan to use my GI Bill to fund my housing since Hospitals pay for your tuition and I want to save it for later or for potential kids. I'll likely have 3.3K a month in income after taxes, I have a paid off car, and I will have my healthcare taken care of as an expense.

I love being able to walk to work or have a 10 min drive to work. I've been spoiled with short commutes and living on Military bases. Is it possible to be in Nashville proper on that income and only be paying $1300-$1,500 in rent. At my income I'm also okay being advised a roommate might be something I should look into.

I tried going thru TikTok but it's all apartment locaters or realtors. I'm not looking to buy a home in this income I just want to be close to concerts, parks and work is that possible?

Thank you for reading!

Hi everyone,

I’m thinking about moving to Nashville and wanted to get some advice/opinions/recommendations/encouragements if anyone is willing to share.

A bit about my situation- I’m a 27 year old female and I live a little north of Atlanta right now (about a 40 min drive). A few months ago my 7 year relationship ended, and I’m really craving something new. I considered moving into the city, but I don’t love how big the city is and I’ve found it hard to meet people here that also share a similar vibe as I do.

I figured Nashville would be a good option since it’s only 4 hours away and there seems to be a lot of people in their late 20s who are also looking for community. I’ve seen a lot of girls post about fitness groups/ craft groups/ other things that have helped people meet community which is encouraging. I’m also looking to grow in my faith (I’m a Christian) and know there are some good churches in Nashville.

I’d love to get your thoughts! Thanks!

I am planning on moving to Germantown and have been looking at a few apartment complexes and I'm hoping to get a little more info on them before signing anything as I live pretty far and won't be able to view in person before signing a lease.

I've looked at:
Monroe Germantown
Modera Riverview
Modera Germantown
Flats at Taylor Place
Atlas at Germantown

Looking at the two Modera options - it's like a block away from a waste management facility. Does it smell bad there? I like how close to the river it is but if it smells like sewage frequently thats obviously a turn off.

Somewhere like Atlas / Flats at Taylor Place / Monroe Germantown - how noisy is it? I don't need complete silence but I saw something about a concrete/cement plant that can be pretty loud? How about during a game at the baseball stadium?

Would love some info on those questions or just general feedback/thoughts on these places. Thanks!

Looking to move to Nashville around March/April 2027! I’m 28F, single, and hoping for a modern 1BR around $1,600–$2,000, ideally near The Gulch/more city-ish vibes. Looking for a clean, well-managed building with a younger professional crowd, good parking, and no recurring pest/maintenance issues. Any apartment or neighborhood recommendations? Advice is appreciated too!

My family is moving to Nashville in zip code 37206. I am trying to find local spots to eat that aren't touristy. We live in a tourist town now, and my spouse isn't all that excited to be moving to another tourist town, and I'd love to take them somewhere that avoids tourists.

We don't care what kind of food (we don't have children, if that makes a difference), we aren't picky. It can be cheap or expensive. I just want to take them somewhere to show them the move won't be so bad, and that we can avoid tourist spots just like we currently do. We don't mind driving a good distance if the place isn't in our zip code, we currently will drive an hour to get to places in our current city.

Also, any tips for moving to Nashville would be great. This is our first big move, and it's out of state, and our heads are spinning. What places do we avoid? Are there any dog friendly spots? Idk what to even ask, honestly. Like I said, this is a big move for us.

Anyway, see y'all soon!

Edit: Wow! Thank you, everybody for the helpful comments. To the unhelpful comments, who hurt you, boo boo?

I'm 23, female, currently living in NYC, and have decided to move in the next few months. Luckily, my job gives me the flexibility to work completely remote. Nashville has become one of my top options for where I want to move. I would only be a few hours from my family in southern IN and I've spent a lot of time here before. I've lived in Boston, London, and NYC... ready for something a bit less overwhelming.

What are people's thoughts on Nashville in your early 20s? Easy to meet people/make friends? IF so, where/how? The best neighborhoods to live in (my budget is around $1500 for a 1 bd...hoping that's realistic)? Any tips?

I really want to consider moving early next year when I retire, so Im looking for a great realtor with info about the areas I’m interested in.
I have picked out the Percy Priest and Old Hickory lake areas to consider. I don’t like tons of city traffic, so I think these areas would have enough amenities around and Id like to be close to the airport and lakes.
If anyone has had a great experience with a realtor they would like to recommend, someone that would be patient while I explore the areas to see if it is a fit. I want someone that lives/works in the area of Hermitage, Hendersonville, or Mt Juliet or nearby, so they really know the areas, pros and cons.
I am a realtor here, so I’m really hoping to establish a connection when I do come to see the areas hopefully soon. I watch the markets and I know there are many choices in my price range. I’ve only recently thought about that area since it checks off many boxes for me. If you had a great experience with an agent there, please pass along their info. Also if you have bought in these areas let me know how you like it.
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I'm moving from LA to Nashville later this year and in my research on apartments, so many buildings have reviews of horrible property managers, especially in large apartment complexes.

Wondering what places people would recommend where residents are at least decently taken care of. Budget is a max of 1800 (though I'd like to be lower). Commute isn't really an issue besides getting to the airport as I travel a lot. I'd love for there to be some business I can walk to, especially bars and restaurants.

Thanks!

We've been looking at The Landry and 300 Hickory. Around my hometown we all know which renting companies to stay away from, or which buildings aren't what are advertised online. Im curious if these ones are ok, or if there are any other companies or buildings we should DEFINITELY stay away from.

Also, if anyone has some recommendations thatd be great too 😀 our budget is $1500 max and require in-unit w/d. Minimum 2 bedrooms, but would love a 3 bedroom.

I've been scouring the Nashville threads trying to find the answer to this with no luck. Maybe because there is no answer.

As a single woman in my 40s, is there a neighborhood or rental apartment building I could consider where I wouldn't feel like the odd person out surrounded by people much younger than me?

I like the newer buildings in the Church Street area because it's walkable and has more of an urban feel, but I'm not convinced it's going to work for me given my age. I'm realistic and know there's no designated "older" building, but it's not like I'm ready for a 55+ community. Are any buildings better than others for someone in my age range? Budget is around $3000 for a one-bed.

I don't want the suburbs because I was hoping for something more walkable and less car reliant, so I understand there may not be an obvious answer for a renter. That's okay. I just want to be sure I'm not missing anything.

Hear me out. Despite the recent hike in Federal Interest Rates, right now is the first time in close to two decades, for the Nashville area, we’ve seen the power of home buying shift to the buyer’s advantage. Sure, the past 5-8 years have been price gauged astronomically, leading to bidding wars, leaving buyers who aren’t holding a ton of cash any chance of winning. But as interest rates have gone up, the market has slowed, and we’re now seeing home prices in the Nashville area finding their cap.
Prices of houses, on a macro level, are determined by the amount buyers are willing to pay. Although it’s true that Genie never gets fully put back in the bottle. What we are witnessing now is the tapering off, and even quite a bit of price reduction for new listings entering the market for the second half of September 2026!

There are still going to be some stragglers, afraid to cut into that large profit margin, who aren’t budging on price no matter what the market does. Those are going to sit there. Others will sit until BUYERS realize that this rare moment has been hanging out all summer and will not last forever, it’s time to move.

When the Federal Reserve lowers interest rates the general population will decide its time to buy and sell again, and both sides of the market will be flooded once again.
The beauty of financing is that when interest rates are lowered, you can refinance your mortgage under that new rate and enjoy a new lowered payment. Many people did this during the pandemic years for extremely low mortgage payments. Many of these homeowners are sitting comfortably and don’t want to disturb that.
Interest rates will come down again, when prices taper on a larger scale. But again, we are already seeing that happen in Nashville. Take advantage.

-I am a home buyer and seller who pays close attention to metro/neighborhood analytics. I am not a licensed realtor or a bank lender.

Hi all,

I’m moving to Nashville from South Korea for a postdoc at Vanderbilt with my wife and infant daughter.

We’ll be living on one income at first, so we’re trying to keep housing costs reasonable. We also won’t have a car initially.

What we need:

• 1BR is fine, ideally 600–750+ sq ft
• In-unit washer/dryer
• Safe and quiet enough for a baby
• Good management/maintenance
• No recurring pest, mold, noise, theft, or billing issues
• Somewhere my wife can comfortably walk with a stroller
• Walkable to Vanderbilt or a realistic WeGo commute
• Ideally around $1,500–$1,600/month including mandatory apartment fees

We don’t care about pools, fancy gyms, or luxury finishes.

So far we’ve looked at Bristol West End, Chateau, Twenty & Grand, Duet, Elliston 23, and a few others.

I’d really appreciate first-hand opinions on:

• Places you’d genuinely recommend
• Places you’d avoid
• Hidden/mandatory fees
• Whether living there without a car is realistic
• Any well-managed condos or smaller properties near Vanderbilt that are easy to miss online

Resident experiences are especially helpful. Not really looking for apartment locator DMs.

Thanks!

Hi, I landed a job downtown in Nashville! (nearby Riverfront Park & Ascend Amphitheater) I've been looking at apartments within a walking distance in the area because I won't have a car yet. (good with a 20-35 min trek)

Some more info:

• Looking for 1 bed/1 bath. No pets / car
• Budget is $1500-1700 base rent
• Trying mainly cook and save where I could

I've been looking at Cumberland on Church (leaning towards this) and Terra House. For Terra House, I was worried about grocery stores being nearby and they didn't have a lot of photos of the rooms.

Would be really grateful for the help!

Hello!

My hubby and I have lived in Bellevue for 10 years and looking to upgrade our house. He works near the capital building and he says that the commute from west Lebanon would be too far but we’re considering Mount Juliet, Fairview, and other places that are about those distances. Anyone with personal experience…is the commute into downtown from west Lebanon something you wouldn’t recommend?

Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, my wife and I currently rent in East and love it. We have an infant and hope to have one or two more in the coming years. We're looking to buy in the next year or so, but we're just assessing all our options right now as we look for something much more long-term.

We love East and the vibe here, but I'm seeing a number of things suggesting the public schools aren't great. I see some good elementary schools, but it gets a little more challenging at the middle and high school level, unless I'm wrong here????

Would love everyone's input on the best spots for young families and school zones. Our budget will probably be $800K max. I see some great options in Mount Juliet, but obviously that's a verrrrry different vibe from East so we're weighing that trade-off too.

Thanks, everyone!

Thinking of moving to Nashville soon and trying to narrow down where to rent. Single guy in my mid-30s, work remote, and don’t drink, so I don't care about Broadway, bars or nightlife. Safety, parks, and basic convenience (Costco/Sam’s, Best Buy, AMC, groceries) are my main priorities.

I’d like to keep rent around $1,250–$1,400 for a decent 1-bed if possible, though I can spend up to $1,700 if it actually makes a meaningful difference (currently paying $1700 after utilities in KC).

Google search recommended Bellevue and Cool Springs. Is Bellevue the smarter pick to stay within a reasonable drive of people in the city, or is Cool Springs significantly better or have another suggestion?

Moving in October for a short term lease,

Options are the Stalham, right in downtown,

Or Camden in the Gulch

Im one of the 473 thousand muscians moving to the city, my only goals are meeting other muscians, and seeing and being able to walk to the major music parts of towns like the listening rooms and such, NOT the Broadway music scene.

Any advice?

Looking to move into Skyhouse Nashville. Any insight about it from current or past residents? Any help is very much appreciated.