Posted in Nashville
November 02, 2017
This Nashville Suburb Was Just Named One of the Best Small Cities in America
We all know that Nashville is one of the best cities in the country, but now we’ve got the data to prove it. Brentwood is a city of about 40,000 people, and it was recently recognized in a national ranking as the fifth best small city in the country! What is it that makes Brentwood so great, you ask? Here’s just a few of the reasons….
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Brentwood is one of Nashville's most beautiful suburbs, sitting just across the county line in Williamson County to the South of downtown.
This city is known for being a fantastic place for families -- there are always events going on throughout the town, and they're always family friendly.
The rankings focused on factors like affordability, economic health, education, quality of life, and safety, and Brentwood stood out in all categories.
Love the outdoors? The nearby Radnor Lake State Park is known for being one of the most idyllic spots in the state. This undeveloped lake is the perfect spot to stretch your legs and take in the stunning views.
Plus, there's so much history! Brentwood has loads and loads of history from the Civil War and even earlier, as this was one of the first areas settled via land grants to Revolutionary War soldiers.
There's also plenty of top-notch restaurants in Brentwood. You'll never have to drive far to have a wide array of incredible options at affordable prices.
Needless to say, it's easy to see why Brentwood ranks so high in the list of best small cities in America! See the rest of the rankings here.
Looking for the classic southern brunch recommendation? Try out this spot just up the road in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood.
