Relocating to Nashville? on NSAI

Relocating to Nashville?

At NSAI we interact with many songwriters who are from out of town. Through learning the music industry and developing their songwriting skills, many decide to relocate to Nashville. As much as change can be adventure, what most often happens is that the details overwhelm and the relocation process becomes very discouraging and confusing.

Before the Move

ApartmentFinder.com

Apartment Finder takes the guesswork out of your apartment search — from finding a location to apartment life, Apartment Finder provides the tools you need to make your apartment-hunting journey a success. Get detailed results tailored to fit you, compare your favorites, and find your must-have amenities. Apartment Finder is your roadmap to success.

Nashville Chamber of Commerce | Relocation Section

Nashville is a thriving community filled with risk-takers. The strong entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with the music and entertainment industries, ensures a vibrant "creative class" that helps make the Nashville region an exciting place to live, work and do business.

We recommend you check out the Getting Established section of their relocation resources as well!

Moving Checklist (from Real Simple)

You may not be able to move mountains, but you can plan an organized move with a little help from this step-by-step timeline.

USPS Change of Address Form

Go here to complete any change of address details

Utility Information - Middle TN

Check out this section of the 7 counties located in the Middle TN area closest to Nashville.

Once You've Arrived

Open Mics, Writer's Nights & Artist Venues

Once you are in town, be sure to immerse yourself in the local music scene by checking out the local writer's nights.

Music Starts Here

MusicStartsHere.org is Nashville's community, city and industry sponsored initiative designed to help artists, songwriters, musicians, technicians and industry professionals ("Musers") simplify and streamline the craft and business of making music in and through Music City. To provide an ongoing, relevant and comprehensive resource portal for those looking to pursue their goals and dreams in music.

Nashville Originals

Nashville Originals are local restaurateurs dedicated to sustaining the independent restaurant as a fixture of Nashville's culture and community. What Nashvillians eat—and where they eat-helps define our city. Our home-grown restaurants reflect who we are and lead the way in Nashville's future development.

Now Playing Nashville

A simple, one-stop source for information about all the performances, venues, exhibitions, sports, recreation and community events that are happening year-round.

NSAI Sponsor Banks