The Gulch is one of the hippest up and coming areas in Nashville. The area is home to trendy shops and great restaurants that bring people from all areas of Middle Tennessee.
Velocity, located in the Gulch, is home to hundreds of condominium units. In order to fill up the units quickly and efficiently, Velocity has sold 220 units to a real estate company in Atlanta. The company plans on leasing the condos out as apartments. While the move will undoubtedly bring a lot more residents to the Gulch, it may lower property values as the value of the specific condominiums will be lowered too. The move is a great way to sell units in the building quickly, and it will be interesting to see the effect this sell has on Velocity, and on the Gulch in general. Either way, the Gulch will likely continue to thrive as more shops and popular restaurants pop up in the area. This is also a testament to the dynamic nature of all sectors of the real estate market in Middle Tennessee.
According to a recent poll conducted by Harris Interactive, Nashville is among the top ten cities people want to live in or near. Nashville ranked #7 among urban powerhouses like New York City, Las Vegas, and San Francisco.
The poll surveyed over 2,500 adults this past September in order to determine some of the nation’s most popular cities. New York City has consistently topped the list for the past 12 years, but Nashville improved their rankings from last year’s #12 spot. Nashville’s musical roots and deep history make it a fast favorite for many tourists who often decide to settle in Music City. A great vacation spot, and a great place to settle down and raise a family, Nashville frequents many polls as a popular city in the United States. To this end, it’s no wonder people are flocking here from all over the country. While many people are born and raised in Nashville, and choose to stay here, others migrate here and decide to settle down. No matter where you are originally from, Nashville is a great place to call home!
Living in Nashville is wonderful for so many reasons. From the unique architecture and variety of home styles, to the history and abundance of country music, Music City is a great place for families to call home. Now, there is another reason to live and work in Nashville.
A recent Forbes study has named Nashville the fifth most affordable city to live in the United States. The study compared the cost of living, housing costs, and the unemployment rate to reach this conclusion. Because of this, many businesses are able to thrive here, and many families have chosen to relocate to Nashville. The result is more business and a greater cultural richness that is hard to beat. Not only that, Nashville is a great place to invest in real estate, and to find a quality home for you and your family. With so many neighborhoods to choose from, the only difficult choice is which area of Nashville to settle in! We didn’t need another reason to love living in Nashville, but being an affordable place to live makes Nashville a great place to call home!
Making New Year’s resolutions are a fun part of celebrating New Year’s Eve, and a great way to start the New Year off on the right foot. However, New Year’s resolutions can also be a beneficial way for you to improve the quality of life for you and your family.
If your New Year’s resolution is to exercise more, or to quit smoking, than you are gearing up for a much healthier 2011 and being healthier is always a good thing! However, New Year’s resolutions don’t just have to be about your health. Consider making resolutions that asks you to visit a new neighborhood of Nashville every month, or to try one of our great new restaurants in order to escape from the ordinary. New Year’s resolutions can involve getting that home addition, or renovation completed that you’ve been putting off for so long, or just being grateful and appreciative of the roof over your head. Whatever your resolution is, don’t put too much pressure on yourself, but make a resolution that you can appreciate and value all year long. No matter what your resolution is, make it count this year for a better and happier 2011.
The real estate market in Nashville, like all other areas of the United States, is in a state of flux. The state of the real estate market needs to be analyzed and observed for real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and homebuyers and sellers to make rational decisions based on it.
Experts from the Nashville Chamber of Commerce have explained that the real estate market is improving, but that it’s not by much. It’s important that we all stay realistic about the current state of the entire nation’s real estate market. Jobs aren’t as abundant as they were in the recent past, and so many people are not relocating to Nashville as readily as they were in previous years. However, construction, like the brand new Music City Center, will not only improve tourism, but will also bring in countless new jobs for people, that will help the economy in Nashville, as well as the real estate market. Nashville continues to thrive in a shaky economy, but it is not immune to economic realities. Real estate is still being bought and sold in the area, so if you’re looking to make a move, there are many great options. Talk to a real estate agent today to discuss your options.
Nashville, Tennessee is home to some of the greatest country music acts and venues in the United States. In fact, Nashville brings in thousands of tourists each year. However, all this business and commerce doesn’t mean that Nashville doesn’t have charming rural areas for you to enjoy. Rural living in Middle Tennessee is great because it’s relatively close to Downtown Nashville from 15 to 30 minutes away.
Hendersonville is home to many great, quiet areas that offer all the amenities of busier life, without the traffic, noise, and crime of other, busier cities. On the other side of town, Franklin, Tennessee offers beautifully historic homes for sale that every family will absolutely fall in love with. While East Nashville is known for being eclectic and interesting, there are still smaller neighborhoods inside this area that have expansive properties and small town life. These areas offer the quiet atmosphere many families desire, with the convenience of living so close to museums, shopping, restaurants and other things to do. In short, Nashville combines the best of both worlds. Rural living is available in Middle Tennessee, and it is conveniently close to all the attractions in Nashville.
Part of the charm of Nashville, Tennessee and the surrounding areas is the history associated with this great region. Homes around town are filled with country charm, and historic significance, making it an interesting and exciting place to call home.
If you’re in the market for a home, and are concerned that an older model will not represent your modern flair for style, don’t be! Remember, interior design can always be adjusted to reflect the personality of the owner. One of the most interesting and charming things we see in Nashville and the surrounding areas is how people turn their older and historic home into modern wonders. It’s the combination of history from the home, and modern design from the owner that make many of the homes in Nashville so wonderful to look at. Bold furniture and metal artwork are just two of the ways you can create a modern oasis in your country home. Don’t be afraid that your modern style will clash with the old country charm of many homes. Become creative and confident in your own ability and design a home that’s right for you.
Nashville is the home of country music, and this genre has gained the city fame and popularity. However, few realize that Nashville is also home to a variety of eclectic neighborhoods featuring wonderful restaurants, art exhibits, and beautiful real estate.
Explore quaint East Nashville for a small town community experience with eclectic restaurants and artsy homes. If you’re looking for great shopping, and superb restaurants, Green Hills is a fantastic area and home to some of Nashville’s most sought after real estate. Hillsboro Village is close to Vanderbilt University, and offers some of Nashville’s best shopping and most popular restaurants. If you like to socialize, and see and be seen, 12South is a great neighborhood to mingle among the trendiest boutiques and restaurants. Nashville offers a surprising mix of the hip and up and coming, with the historic and memorable.
You also have the option of living North of Nashville just a few miles on Old Hickory Lake in Handersonville. It’s really true that no matter what type of setting you see your self settling into, you’re sure to find it around here. Music City has so much to offer, and so many great neighborhoods, which make it a great place to visit, move, and raise a family.
Nashville is a wonderful place to raise a family. The larger city aspect provides countless activities for all ages, while its Southern hospitality instills a small-town communal feel making everyone feel safe and welcome. Nashville is home to some of the best family attractions in the country.
Take in a day at Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, where there is always a new exhibit to please everyone, or spend the afternoon at the Grassmere Zoo, where a variety of exotic animals will excite and educate your whole family. The Belle Meade Plantation is a great place to enjoy a beautiful spring or fall day with your family, where you are catapulted back to a simpler time in Nashville’s history. If sports are more your thing, Nashville offers season tickets to both the Tennessee Titans football team, and the Nashville Predators hockey team (that plays at Bridgestone Arena). Don’t forget the music, as Nashville isn’t all honky tonks. There are plenty of family friendly music venues like The Ryman Auditorium and the Municipal Auditorium consistently offering concerts for the whole family. Enjoy Nashville with your entire family with these great activities.
Built in 1948, this beautiful home in historic East Nashville is perfect for a small family. With three bedrooms, and two and a half baths, this home has everything a small sized family will need to stay comfortable.
Recently updated, this 1.5 story home features carpet, finished wood, and vinyl flooring, and sits on .300 acres of desirable East Nashville real estate. With custom tile in the hall bathroom and mostly hardwood floors throughout, this home on Eastland showcases a total of eight rooms, with a total of over 1,500 square feet of space. The master bedroom is located downstairs and has an expansive walk-in closet. There is also a multiple car driveway and accommodating front porch. East Nashville is an up and coming neighborhood in Nashville Tennessee that is perfect for people of all ages. Close to Shelby Bottoms Greenway Park, and the legendary 5 Points intersection, you will find an abundance of great well-known restaurants and eclectic shops in this neighborhood. Contact Liz Davis for more information about this great three-bedroom home in East Nashville!
