Are you relocating to Nashville? Here are some Nashville relocation tips to help you make a smooth transition into your new Nashville home!
So right now you may be asking yourself these questions:
- How much do I want to spend?
- How many bedrooms do I need to fit my current and possibly future household?
- Do I want a yard – and if so how much of it?
- What kind of neighborhood do I desire – and does that match up to my expectations on price and size?
- How close is this neighborhood to my job? Is it worth the commute?
- Would I want to move into the more eclectic area of East Nashville?
- What is the difference in price in Franklin vs. Brentwood?
- Do I want to be in a new high-rise condo or do I prefer the townhouse style duplexes near Edgehill Village popping up?
- I’ve heard about 12 South – is that a possibility for us?
- Green Hills? Belle Meade? Sylvan Park? Germantown?
- What are all these names places and wait what is this Spring Hill area?
Research
So first – breathe – take time to research the different neighborhoods to choose which one is right for you. Now when you still have a million questions I recommend contacting a local Nashville Real Estate Agent.
Your agent will give you a better idea about which neighborhoods to search for based on your preferences, style and price range – this will save you from wasting hours online searching the wrong areas. Also, your agent will be able to get together potential homes for you to look at when you arrive – that way you looking at the right properties!
Initial Visit to Search for Future Home
- If you didn’t bring a car rent one. This will give you the ability to explore the different Nashville neighborhoods and not limit you.
- Airbnb: Live life like a true Nashvillian by moving into a true Nashvillian’s home – So ditch the hotel room and try out Airbnb. The service gives you the perfect opportunity to live in a neighborhood before you buy in the neighborhood! Also, it gives you a chance to talk to the neighbors and see what they love about living in the area – make sure to ask for restaurant recommendations. If Airbnb isn’t an option – consider finding a hotel near your desired neighborhood.
- Look at houses with your agent and find your next home! Remember this is an exciting time – you are about to be living in Nashville.
How to Join the Nashville Community: Get Out & Meet People
- Go to festivals or special events happening in Nashville: The Tomato Art Festival or Hot Chicken Festival in East Nashville, Oktoberfest in Germantown, Nashville Film Festival, Steeplechase in Franklin, Live on the Green or Wine on the River downtown, and many more!
- Join a Run Group – Join Nashville on the Run, East Nasty Run Group, Nolensville Run Group or many more! It is a great way to fulfill that New Years Resolution you made for the last 5 years and to meet a lot of new people.
- Volunteer – Some of the best ways to connect are with people who share similar causes as you!
- Dog Parks – You will have something in common with everyone there – your undying love for your pooch! Dogs immediately break the ice and let you get to know people in the area!
- Go to a ball game – A friend of mine went to a Sounds game when they played his hometown team and found a huge group of friends from his hometown that had also relocated to the area. It was an easy way to make friends and it allowed him to have a little bit of home with him!
If you are looking to relocate our team would love to help you make the transition easier! Contact us here! We also have a great APP & website to search Nashville homes – let us know if you would like us to sign you up for it for free!
Some Helpful Resources:
Check out Nashville Neighborhoods: nashvilleonthemarket.com/neighborhoods and nashvilleguru.com
Get a Nashville Area Relocation Packet: http://www.nashvillechamber.com/Homepage/Relocation/RelocateFamily.aspx
Detailed Information on Specific Cities and Specfic Neighborhoods: www.city-data.com
