So You Wanna Live in Nashville? Dodge These Districts Like Carrie Underwood Dodges Pit Stains
Nashville: Music City, Hot Chicken Capital of the Universe, and a place where you can practically trip over bachelorettes on a Saturday afternoon. But before you pack your cowboy boots and dream of serenading crowds at the Grand Ole Opry, there's a little thing called location, location, location. Nashville's got some fantastic neighborhoods, but there are also a few that might make your "Achy Breaky Heart" turn into a full-on breakup.
Here's the lowdown on the areas to steer clear of, unless you're starring in your own personal action movie (and let's face it, most of us aren't Liam Neeson):
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The "Welcome to Nopeville" Squad:
- Bordeaux - This neighborhood might have a fancy French name, but the vibes are more "cheese whiz on a burnt bagel" than croissant and caf�.
- McKissack Park & Buena Vista - Think "glitter and glam" Nashville? Think again, friends. These parts are more "spray paint and boarded-up windows."
The "Wrong Side of the Tracks" Express:
- Cleveland Park & Shepherd Hills - These areas have seen better days, and by "better days" we mean, well, any day.
But hey, listen, Nashville's a city on the rise, and these areas are slowly but surely getting better. Maybe one day they'll be the next hot spots (though we wouldn't recommend holding your breath).
Tip: Make mental notes as you go.
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In the meantime, focus on the fabulous neighborhoods Nashville has to offer! There's funky East Nashville, artsy Sylvan Park, and the ever-so-trendy Gulch. You're guaranteed to find your perfect Music City match.
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| What Neighborhoods To Avoid In Nashville |
How-To FAQs for the Nashville Newbie
- How to avoid tourist traps? Download a local's guide app and steer clear of anything with flashing neon signs and promises of "authentic" cowboy hats.
- How to find the best hot chicken? Ask a local! We're fiercely loyal to our favorite joints, and sharing good chicken is practically a civic duty.
- How to navigate bachelorette parties? Develop a Jedi-like ability to sense glitter from a mile away and perfect your "smiling politely while walking the other direction" technique.
- How to fit into the music scene? Learn a few Johnny Cash lyrics and be prepared to discuss your love of hot chicken with fervor.
- How to avoid saying "Y'all" incorrectly? Just don't. Trust us, you'll know it when you hear it right.
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