Essentials

πŸ™οΈ City Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, known for its rich music history and vibrant arts scene.
πŸ‘₯ Population Approx. 700,000
πŸ’» Internet Speed Average 100 Mbps, with access to fiber optic in many areas.
πŸ’Έ Currency & Banking 1 USD = 1 USD; major banks include Regions, Bank of America, and First Tennessee.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable, sourced from local aquifers and treated according to EPA standards.
πŸ”Œ Power 120V, 60Hz, πŸ”Œ Type A/B sockets
πŸ“Ά SIM Card Major providers include AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.
πŸ’³ Banking for Expats Common services include Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle.
πŸ›Œ Accommodation Airbnb, local rental agents, and short-term lease options available.
πŸ’³ Cashless Friendly Yes, cards accepted widely.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb and VRBO are popular choices.
πŸ›οΈ Budget Accommodation Hostel Nashville offers affordable dormitory-style lodging.

Working and Networking

🏒 Best Coworking Space WeWork (Multiple locations throughout Nashville)
β˜• Best Cafe for Work Crema Coffee Roasters, known for its great ambiance and internet Speed.
πŸ’Ό Networking Events Nashville Tech Council hosts regular meetups.
πŸ₯‚ Social Events for Expats Nashville Expats Meetup Group offers various social events.

Transportation

πŸš• Best Taxi/Ride App Uber and Lyft dominate the rideshare market.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental B-Cycle offers bike-sharing throughout the city; Bird and Lime provide electric scooters.
πŸ–οΈ Best Beach Nearby Radnor Lake State Park (No beach, but it has scenic water views) is 15 mins away.
✈️ Top Regional Airline Southern Airways Express is a key regional carrier.
✈️ Top International Airline American Airlines and Delta Airlines operate frequent flights.
πŸ›£οΈ Highway Access Interstate 40 and Interstate 65 provide major access routes.
πŸš‰ Main Train/Transit Hub Nashville's Music City Star commuter train.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Weekly and monthly passes available through WeGo Public Transit.
✈️ Regional Travel Buses available to nearby cities via Greyhound or Megabus.

Health and Wellness

πŸ₯ Best Hospital Vanderbilt University Medical Center is the most reputable.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Yoga Room Nashville offers diverse classes.
πŸ‹οΈ Gyms & Fitness Centers LA Fitness and Planet Fitness are popular gym chains.
🧺 Laundry Services The Wash House offers self-service and drop-off laundry services.

Food and Drink

πŸ“± Best Food Delivery App UberEats, DoorDash, and GrubHub are leading services.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Hot Chicken, try Hattie B’s for the ultimate experience.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options The Wild Cow provides an extensive plant-based menu.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Goo Goo Cluster Shop for local sweets.
πŸ›’ Affordable Shopping Spots The Nashville Farmers' Market offers local produce and goods.
πŸ›’ E-commerce/Online Store Amazon and Walmart dominate the online shopping scene.
πŸ›’ Grocery Delivery Instacart, Shipt, and Amazon Fresh available for delivery.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area Lower Broadway is famous for its vibrant nightlife.
🍻 Local Brewery Yazoo Brewing Company offers tours and tastings.
🍷 Wine Bars Enoteca, a popular wine bar with a great selection.
🍲 Street Food Stalls The Food Truck Park on 11th provides a variety of options.
πŸ• Popular International Cuisine Mellow Mushroom is known for its unique pizzas.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks The Parthenon in Centennial Park is a popular attraction.
πŸ›οΈ Museums & Art Venues The Frist Art Museum showcases local and international art.
🏰 Historical Sites The Belle Meade Plantation offers historical tours.
πŸ• Religious Sites The Ryman Auditorium is known as the 'Mother Church of Country Music.'
πŸŽ‰ Annual Events The CMA Music Festival is an annual highlight in June.
🎨 Cultural Districts The Midtown district is a hub for art and nightlife.
🎭 Theater Venues The Tennessee Performing Arts Center hosts a variety of performances.
πŸ›οΈ Local Markets The Nashville Flea Market features antiques and handmade goods.
🎼 Music Scene Live music every night; visit venues like The Bluebird Cafe.
🎨 Street Art Explore the murals in East Nashville.
πŸ§‘β€πŸ³ Cooking Classes The Nashville Culinary School offers various classes.
πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨ Art Galleries The Arts Company features local artists.
πŸ•°οΈ Historic Buildings The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson.
🏴 Local Heritage The city is known for its deep roots in country music.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

πŸŒ… Nearby Nature Escapes Radnor Lake State Park features beautiful trails.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about 3 hours away.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths The Shelby Bottoms Greenway provides excellent trails.
πŸŒ„ Scenic Viewpoints The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge offers great views of the skyline.
πŸ¦‰ Birdwatching Locations The Nashville Wetlands with diverse bird species.
πŸ”₯ Bonfire-Friendly Spots Percy Warner Park has designated fire pits.

Other Services and Amenities

πŸ“¦ Parcel Delivery Service FedEx and UPS are widely accessible.
πŸ› οΈ Tech Repair Services uBreakiFix offers device repair services.
πŸ“ Table Tennis Spots Ace of Spades has ping-pong tables available.
πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Language Classes Nashville Public Library provides free English classes.
πŸ“š Libraries & Study Spots Nashville Public Library offers ample resources and quiet spaces.
🏘️ Community Centers The YMCA offers recreational and social programs.
πŸ•ΉοΈ Gaming Lounges Gaming Nexus offers both board and video games.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls Nashville doesn't have large casinos, but many bars have gaming areas.

Business

🏒 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $3,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $120,000)
🏒 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $88,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $210,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $2,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $168,000)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $4,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $320,000)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $3,200 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $256,000)
πŸ’Ό Corporate Tax 6.5% Tennessee corporate income tax.
πŸ’΅ Dividend Withholding Tax No state tax on dividends.
🏦 Tax System Tennessee does not have state income tax on wages.
πŸ“ˆ Highest Income Tax Bracket No income tax on salary, but 6% tax on interest and dividends.
🧾 VAT Tennessee has a sales tax rate of 7%.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, they apply.
🏠 Property Tax Property tax based on assessed value.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax No state real estate transfer tax.