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Riverfront Downtown Nashville

Downtown | Sobro | Edgehill | Germantown | The Gulch | Midtown | West End

Do you prefer walking and biking to sitting in traffi c? Love the hustle and bustle of the city but abhor long commutes? Enjoy taking a spontaneous stroll to a nearby restaurant for dinner and music. If this sounds like you, we suggest you forget life in the ‘burbs and go urban.

A growing resurgence in downtown Nashville has brought a wealth of living options to the city’s urban landscape, along with a vibrant community of restaurants, shops and clubs. recently cited Nashville as having the #1 “Music Scene” in the country. From Tootsie’s to Mercy Lounge to The Station Inn, downtown music venues offer everything from rock and country to bluegrass and rockabilly.

If you’re looking to set up shop, offi ce space downtown is plentiful and growing. Speaking of the offi ce: Did you know that Forbes.com ranks Nashville 10th in the country of “Best Places for Business and Careers”? And sixth among “Best Cities for Jobs”? Plus Business Insider recently took note of Nashville as one of the “13 Hottest American Cities for 2016.” The nod cited Music City as the “new center of the auto and health-care industries,” noting 300- plus health-care companies and more than 30,000 auto industry jobs.

For urban dwellers, The Gulch in downtown Nashville is the place to be. Properties like Velocity, Terrazzo and Davidson Encore offer the ultimate digs for downtown living. And with the tremendous growth this former railroad yard has seen, you can always fi nd something to do here. Of course there’s always music. (It is Music City, after all.) Travel + Leisure

The growth, action and entertainment extend to numerous dining and entertainment options down on Lower Broadway and out on West End. Not to mention the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, The Parthenon, Centennial Park, Hillsboro Village… the list goes on.

These are just a few of the reasons to consider living in the heart of Music City. One more reason: We’re just so darn nice. But don’t take our word for it. Travel + Leisure’s 2015 survey ranked Nashville #1 on its list of America’s Friendliest Cities.

Restaurants

Chauhan Ale & Masala House Kayne Prime Steakhouse Burger Republic Milk & Honey Peg Leg Porker Pinewood Social Liberty Common Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint Merchants

Neighborhood

Livability - 69 Amenities - A+ Cost of Living - CCrime - F Employment - D+ Housing - B+ Schools - DWeather - C+

Parks & Rec

Centennial Park Riverfront Park Cumberland Park Elmington Park The Greenways Bicentennial Mall

More to love

The Parthenon Vanderbilt University Lower Broadway (dining, music, nightlife) Food trucks First Center for the Visual Arts The Gulch (shopping, dining, nightlife)

Schools & Ratings Martin Luther King JR. School/ Pearl High School - 10/10 Hume-Fogg High Academic Magnet - 10/10 East End Prep - 9/10 Rose Park Math/Science Middle Magnet - 8/10 Head Middle Mathematics/ Science Magnet - 7/10

It’s no secret that living spaces can quickly lose their luster. There are plenty of ways, however, to revamp your home and the good news is you don’t have to spend a lot of time or money to do it. Here are five ways to give your home a fresh start.

Update your living space

If you’re ready for a new look, adding some throw pillows is the best way to elevate your home’s décor. Yes, they are soft and comfortable but, they aren’t just fluff. By adding throw pillows in various sizes and incorporating new colors, you’ll be amazed how it transforms your living room into a cozy oasis for your human and furry family.

5easy ways to REFRESH YOUR HOME

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Freshen the air

Adding a fresh scent to your indoor air provides a welcoming atmosphere. There are multiple ways to give yourself and your family a breath of fresh air. Try simmer pots with seasonal scents, candles or diffusers, and carpet deodorizer made from baking soda and essential oils, especially if you have pets.

Houseplants are another excellent way to breathe life into your surroundings. Plants placed throughout the home can brighten and energize a room. There are varieties of plants that need a ton of sun, while others prefer shade or there are 50/50 mixes. So, seek varieties that work with your aesthetic, lighting and space. In your quest to find the perfect plant, don’t overlook the planter. Go bold with patterns or colors to liven up a bland space that could use a punch of pizazz.

Accent walls

A fresh coat of paint can completely change the look of your home and freshen up dated living spaces. Choose a complementary or accent color to go on one wall with neutral colors on the other walls to perk up a room. Don’t want to paint? Easy-to-apply, removable wallpaper comes in a variety of colors, textures and patterns. Get creative with patterns and designs from jungle scenes to floral to geometric or retro. The best part is that you can remove it easily when you no longer enjoy it.

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