From New York to Nashville with the #1 Ranked Team
Reached your limit of high taxes, limited space, and endless noise?
You’re not alone. Every year, more New Yorkers trade the pressure of city living for the freedom, value, and elevated lifestyle waiting for them in Nashville.
From the skyline to the rolling hills, Tennesseans live with more room to breathe, more opportunity to grow, and more time to enjoy what matters most. And for thousands leaving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and beyond, that shift feels life-changing.
The Freedom Factor: No State Income Tax
Let’s start with one of the biggest draws: Tennessee has zero state income tax.
For New Yorkers who pay some of the highest tax rates in the country, this immediately creates more financial flexibility, relief, and room to plan for the future. Here’s what people love most about Tennessee’s no-income-tax advantage:
- More take-home pay & purchasing power, so your income goes further the moment you move.
- Easier to save, invest & build wealth without state taxes cutting into your earnings.
- More attainable homeownership, so more of your paycheck can go toward Middle Tennessee real estate.
- Greater lifestyle freedom, so there is more room in the budget for travel, family, and what matters most.
Combine that with lower property taxes and a lower cost of living overall, and it’s clear why so many are heading south.
Space, Privacy & Peace
If you’re tired of being cramped, crowded, or surrounded by constant noise, Nashville offers a refreshing contrast. Newcomers from New York consistently say the same thing: “I didn’t realize how much I needed space until I finally had it.”
In Middle Tennessee, you’ll find:
- Larger homes and lots
- Real backyards
- Quiet streets
- Rolling hills and nature
- Room to host, grow, and enjoy everyday life
What feels rare in New York is standard here.
Curious what all this space and charm looks like in real life? This Franklin home in Fieldstone Farms is a perfect example with its private backyard, screened-in patio, and cozy, updated interiors that feel like a breath of fresh Tennessee air.
551 Brixham Park Dr, Franklin, TN
https://thejernigangroup.com/listing-detail/1173401975/551-Brixham-Park-Dr-Franklin-TN
A Thriving Business & Creative Community
Nashville’s economy is booming, and not just in music. It’s a fast-growing hub for:
- Healthcare — home to HCA Healthcare, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Community Health Systems, and a huge healthcare startup scene.
- Tech — with companies like Asurion, Amazon’s Nashville Hub, Eventbrite, and a rising wave of tech startups in Tech Hill.
- Finance — including AllianceBernstein’s global HQ, UBS, and a growing ecosystem of fintech companies.
- Media — from CMT and RFD-TV to production studios, publishing groups, and a booming content-creation landscape.
- Startups — supported by Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Studio Bank, Jumpstart Foundry, and innovators across healthcare, tech, and consumer products.
- Creative industries — spanning Music Row studios, film production, branding agencies, photography collectives, and design firms across Germantown, East Nashville, and Wedgewood-Houston.
Professionals moving from New York appreciate the opportunity without the burnout. A place where career growth, collaboration, and community genuinely go hand in hand.
Culture, Connection & True Southern Hospitality
One of the biggest surprises for new arrivals? Nashville doesn’t just have culture, it overflows with it.
Here, you’ll find:
- Live music everywhere. From intimate writers’ rounds at The Bluebird Café, Bobby’s Idle Hour, or The Listening Room to major artists headlining Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, and the Ryman Auditorium.
- Local art, fashion, food & performance. Explore galleries in Wedgewood-Houston, boutiques in 12 South, independent restaurants in Germantown, and live theater at TPAC.
- Welcoming neighborhoods each with its own personality, like East Nashville’s creative energy, Sylvan Park’s tight-knit community feel, The Nations’ trendy growth, and Franklin’s charming historic district.
- Community-driven events & experiences from Franklin Art Scene and First Saturday Art Crawl, to farmers markets at 12 South and East Nashville, to seasonal festivals like Pilgrimage Music Festival and Tomato Art Fest.
The difference here is simple: people take the time to engage, connect, and genuinely care. Nashville offers culture that’s vibrant and community that’s real.
Real Estate That Makes Sense
Compared to New York, Nashville’s real estate offers:
- More square footage for your budget
- Newer construction and modern finishes
- Larger lots and more outdoor space
- Strong long-term value and appreciation potential
- Options ranging from luxury urban living to peaceful acreage
No matter your lifestyle, walkability, privacy, great schools, or room to grow, Middle Tennessee delivers.
Move With Confidence: The Jernigan Group Advantage
At The Jernigan Group, relocating East Coast buyers is one of our specialties.
With:
$475M+ closed sales
700+ clients served
200+ relocations since 2020
…we’ve built a reputation on trust, strategy, and concierge-level service. From understanding neighborhoods and schools to navigating pricing, taxes, and lifestyle differences, we guide you through every step of the transition seamlessly.
Contact us today to help you find your perfect home, from New York to Nashville with the #1 ranked team.
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The Jernigan Group at Compass
615.594.1990
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