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PEABODYPROFESSIONALANDGRADUATESTUDENTHOUSINGA Guide for Students by StudentsDOWNTOWN/GERMANTOWNBELLEVUEWESTENDSYLVAN PARK/WEST IDTOWN/MUSIC ROWGREENHILLS2465
Where do you live once you’ve becomea Peabody student?We asked the people most in the know—Peabody master’s anddoctoral program students—to share their opinions and advice.Here’s what they had to say:Begin your search by looking at the following websites: Apartment-finder.com Padmapper.com Zillow.com Rent.com Apartments.com Hotpads.comTalk to your future or current classmates. Many students have found housing just by driving around areasof Nashville. Private renters often just post a sign outside theirhouse with a phone number for availability. The Nashville Housing Facebook page often has a lot of options and isa place to post if you’re looking for a roommate. Check the new Vanderbilt Classified ads for potential housing options:vanderbilt.edu/classifieds/index.php Use the Vanderbilt off-campus referral eferralPeabody Locations to Map for Drive TimesWyatt1930 South Drive37212Special Education One Magnolia Circle37212Mayborn37212134 Magnolia Circle
Apartments Popular AmongVanderbilt Students:Twenty & Grandtwentyandgrand.com615-327-1377Americana ol on Broadwaybristolonbroadway.org615-340-9960Village at Vanderbiltvandyapartments.com615-800-6313Hayes House HillsboroVillage Apartmentshayeshousehillsboro.com615-383-5453Grove Whitworth andRichland Apartmentsntsgrovewhitworth.com615-269-5500Helpful Hints When Talkingto Management1. W hen landlords quote transit time to Vanderbilt, it may not reflect travel time to Peabody’scampus (on 21st Ave S). It is worth mapping tosee where the apartment is located in proximity to Peabody. Try the drive during peak trafficto make sure it’s a good fit.2. Ask about the age of the apartment and howrecently it has been renovated.3. Look up Google reviews of the apartment.4. A void signing a lease before viewing the apartment. If you cannot make a visit before signing,try and reach out to current students or friendsto see if they’ve lived there before, or are willing to check out the place in person for you.Peabody Professional and Graduate Student Housing1
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BELLEVUEIf you’re a nature lover, Bellevue offers closeproximity to the Warner Parks, which havemiles of paved and unpaved trails for cycling,hiking, and walking. To live in Bellevue, youtrade convenience for a great value. Your dollarwill buy you much more space and comfortout here, but it will come at the price of livingat least 20 minutes from school (more duringheavier traffic, i.e. when you drive to class).Pools, tennis courts, washer/dryer in your apartment, and more are possible.Students recommend:Accent BellevueWaterford PlaceBellevue ApartmentsBellevue Heights ApartmentsWhat Students Like“The price. My roommate and I were lookingfor somewhere less expensive to live. Wewere okay with driving into work, so we choseBellevue. We each pay a little over 600 amonth in rent.”“Safe neighborhood and our landlords areextremely nice.”“The complex is new and cheaper than mostcomplexes in the area. There are lots of amenities available, events at the complex, spaciousapartment sizes, safe area to live in, availabilityof stores and shopping (Walmart, Target, BestBuy, Bath and Body Works, etc.); It is also closeto favorite food places (Chick-fil-a, Five Guys,Chipotle, Baskin Robbins, Starbucks).”What They Don’t Like“It is about a 20–25 minute drive to Vanderbilt(without traffic). If there is a wreck, it will takemuch longer to get to campus.”4A Guide for Students by Students
DOWNTOWN/GERMANTOWNNashville Guru says:“Germantown is one of the oldest areas inNashville with an awesome, eclectic vibe.Notable aspects of Germantown include bricksidewalks, ample street parking, and moregreenery than your typical city neighborhood.The annual Nashville Oktoberfest is also amajor attraction, when the entire city showsup for tours of the historic churches, Germantraditions, and live music.”“You can definitely walk everywhere in thevicinity of downtown and maybe to a fewother neighborhoods such as SoBro, the Gulch,Demonbreun, and Midtown, but it is a bit ofa hike to get to any other neighborhood. It’seasy to grab a taxi, Uber, Lyft, B-Cycle,or bus ticket to check out the other neighborhoods, though. Expect more of a touristscene downtown.”What Students Like“We love Germantown! There are so manyneat restaurants, and it is not a far drivefrom Vanderbilt.”“The apartment complexes are brand newand beautiful!”“The nightlife is awesome, and thecommunity is very young and lively.”What They Don’t Like“It is not all that diverse; Oktoberfest is a hotmess. It is when the entire neighborhood istaken over by tourists and festivities. Withtraffic, it can take a long time to get to schooldespite its close proximity. It can also bequite expensive.”Read more at: nashvilleguru.com/neighborhoods/germantownStudents recommend:The Flats at Taylor PlaceOne Metro CenterVista GermantownBroadstone GermantownPeabody Professional and Graduate Student Housing5
EAST NASHVILLENashville Guru says:“East Nashville has everything you couldneed. East Nashville is probably Nashville’smost eccentric and liberal area, especiallyembraced by artists and musicians. The areahas undergone extreme revitalization over thelast decade, drawing a lot of attention to anassortment of newcomers who enjoy a laidback community and culture.”Read more at: ents recommend:Amplify on MainConvent CrossingStacks on MainCityView LoftsThey are currently building more apartmentbuildings as we write this, so it is worthlooking online!What Students Like“I like East Nashville because I’m a graduatestudent, in my mid-20s, and wanted to live inan area geared towards people my age.”“We live in a house in East Nashville.We have two dogs, so we really neededour own space.”“I like the community feel of East Nashville, andthere are many restaurants and bars that arelow-key and fun. The cost of rent is generallycheaper in East Nashville.”What They Don’t Like“Commute is longer every day; priceshave surged significantly.”6A Guide for Students by Students
GREEN HILLSNashville Guru says:“Green Hills is an area you can live in and nothave to leave. You can’t walk to any other areafrom Green Hills very easily, but you can walkaround most of the Green Hills area.This is one of the bigger areas in Nashvillethat has pretty much everything you need,from restaurants to grocery stores toclothing boutiques.”Read more here: tudents recommend:Georgetown CondominiumsGreen Hills Manor ApartmentsThe MetropolitanBlythewood ApartmentsThe Village Green HillsWhat They Don’t Like“Definitely not a neighborhood with manyother young people. It is not walkable to verymuch other than the grocery store. Traffic isatrocious and can take 45 minutes to get tocampus during rush hour.”Many people rent homes in this area.What Students Like“The schools that are available for my childrenhere are excellent.”“There is easy bus transportation to campus, andI had an opportunity to buy rather than rent.”“We have a fenced-in backyard for a dog,good prices for rental, and a house thatwas large enough to accommodate fourpeople comfortably.”Peabody Professional and Graduate Student Housing7
HILLSBORO VILLAGENashville Guru says:“Hillsboro Village is urban, walkable, and hasmore housing options than other nearby neighborhoods. Hillsboro Village is located betweenBelmont University and Vanderbilt University.You will see a lot of college students, youngadults, and families. Hillsboro Village tends tobe more family friendly due to the amount ofsingle-family homes available around the area.There is a large, urban park with a playgroundand tennis courts as well as sitting areas.”Read more here: tudents recommend:20 & Grand1808 State Street23 HundredThe VillagerConvent Park ApartmentsThe Village at VanderbiltThe ChardonnayGoodwin RealtyHayes HouseAshley PlaceLe Ritz8What Students Like“Walking distance to Peabody campus andIngram Cancer Center where I work and study.”“Close to campus, food, shopping, gym (allwithin less than a mile); close to Green HillsMall and Kroger; very safe; love the apartmentand the room/space.”“I love living close to cute shops, coffee places,and great food. It is a plus that I can walk toPeabody very easily. It costs much more thanliving farther, but it is worth the extra rent!”What They Don’t Like“It can be loud. Sometimes we have problemswith several undergraduates living in the building. It is also far from stores like Target/Walmartif you do not have a car.”A Guide for Students by Students
MIDTOWN/MUSIC ROWNashville Guru says:“Midtown is definitely a bar-hopping mecca,but also has some culinary treasures. Thereare over 30 bars and restaurants, with at leastseven of the bars staying open until 3 a.m.The vibe in Midtown is a little more relaxedand less touristy. It’s a popular area for localsthat enjoy a vibrant night scene without mingling with the honky tonking visitors. As far asliving, Midtown has a few condo buildingsand several apartment complexes.”Read more here: nts recommend:What Students Like“It is walking distance to Vanderbilt anda convenient location for social activities(shops, restaurants, bars).”“They are brand new apartment complexes,well maintained.”“Depending on where you live, you can walk toschool. Otherwise, it’s a quick drive to Vandy.”What They Don’t Like“There is a lot of construction nearby, andpaired with the amount of undergraduates,there can be a lot of noise. Because all of theapartments are very new, it can be incrediblyexpensive.”Note 16Edge MidtownAspire MidtownElliston PlaceElliston 23Artisan on 18thPeabody Professional and Graduate Student Housing9
SYLVAN PARK/WEST NASHVILLENashville Guru says:“Sylvan Park is so cool and has a great “knowyour neighbor” culture. People who live inSylvan Park tend to be very involved in thecommunity and are very supportive of theirneighborhood businesses.”“West Nashville is one of the most historicalplaces in the city. The extra drive is worth it,providing tons of great ethnic dining opportunities, new retail spots popping up, and lots ofopportunities to enjoy the outdoors.”Learn more at: hat Students Like“New apartment, better living condition, andgood amenities.”“You can walk and run with your dog. There islots of green space.”“While it is a bit farther from campus, it is closeto everything that you need. The apartmentcomplexes are new and close to so many greenspaces.”What They Don’t Like“I can’t walk to Vanderbilt, so I had to purchasea Vandy parking pass, which added to the costof my living.”Students recommend:46th and WestViews on the CumberlandRichland CreekStation 40Skyview Apartments10A Guide for Students by Students
WEST ENDNashville Guru says:“West End is home to the biggest urban parkin Nashville, Centennial Park, making it a greatarea for active city-goers. Located near downtown Nashville, Midtown, and Sylvan Park,West End is centrally located. The locationmakes it easy to get to other areas in no time.West End has several condos, apartment,and housing options.”Read more here: ents recommend:Western Hills ApartmentsWhat Students Like“Pet-friendly, nearby shopping, short traveltime to Vanderbilt.”“Cheaper rent and a lot of space when you’renear Sylvan Park.”“I chose this area because of its affordability, itsdistance to campus, its safety, and that they’veallowed me to have a dog.”What They Don’t Like“Some areas are close to the highway makingit a bit noisy. Some apartments are dated,despite being a bit expensive. It is good tosee them before you sign.”AcklenWest End Living ApartmentsThe Lee ApartmentsThe GroveBristol West EndPeabody Professional and Graduate Student Housing11
OTHER HELPFUL INFOLiving with PetsInternet and CableIt can be challenging to find housing that allowspets, both cats and dogs. When talking tomanagement, consider the monthly pet feesthat might occur as well as the initial pet deposit.Initial deposits can range from 100– 500 witha monthly pet fee of 10– 25.The best promotions for internet and cablechange monthly, and often the best deals arenot during crucial move-in times. It might beworth setting up in advance or waiting a whileuntil the prices come down.Utilities Comcast XfinityUtilities range anywhere from 75– 150 including internet. Some apartments may require youto buy or rent a washer/dryer, some apartmentsand homes include their own units in the house,and some are included in the buildings. It isimportant to ask your landlord what the washer/dryer status is for your home: AT&T U-VerseTo set up utilities, call: Nashville Electric 615-736-6900 Nashville Water 615-862-460012To set up internet/cable, contact:CostPrice varies depending on location, how manypeople you’re living with, and the amenities yourapartment or house has. According to a 2017housing survey, 57% of students paid more than 800 a month
Apartment-finder.com Padmapper.com Zillow.com Rent.com Apartments.com Hotpads.com. Talk to your future or current classmates. any students have found housing just by driving around areas M . of Nashville. Private renters often just post a sign outside their . house with a phone number for availability. he Nashville Housing Facebook page often has a lot of options .
