Nearby Goodlettsville Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Goodlettsville, Tennessee.

What You Should Know About Goodlettsville, TN

Goodlettsville is about 15 miles north of Nashville on the I-65. Depending on traffic, it takes around twenty minutes to drive there from downtown Nashville. The proximity to Nashville makes it an easy commute for those who work in the city and prefer to live in a more rural suburb.

Goodlettsville was founded in the mid-1800s, and by 1880, it had about two hundred people. Today, the population is around 17,000. Goodlettsville is a thriving city with a small-town feel where employment is plentiful, and there are many opportunities for residents to stay active in the community.

What To Do in Goodlettsville, TN

Goodlettsville is just northwest of the beautiful Cumberland River, popular with fishermen for its trophy-weight stripers. The record fish caught in Tennessee came from this river. It was over 65 lbs. Many rent a cabin on the river and then fish all summer.

Those interested in history will enjoy a visit to the Historic Mansker's Station to see the museum in a restored brick plantation house from the 18th century. A nice place to picnic is Moss-Wright Park, which has hiking trails, playgrounds for the kids, and baseball fields where watching the Little-Leaguers play a game is fun.

Antique lovers and treasure hunters will enjoy shopping at the Goodlettsville Antique Mall, Rare Bird Antique Mall, and Tara's Antique Mall. After a long day of hunting for a treasure, stop by the Long Hollow Winery for a nice glass of local wine.

Working in Goodlettsville, TN

Goodlettsville has a healthily growing job market due to a strong presence of major employers. Associated Wholesale Grocers, located along Interstate 65, is a major distributor for grocery stores in Southeast Tennessee. The largest fresh meatpacking plant on the planet, owned by Tyson Foods, is also here. The headquarters of the Dollar General corporation is also in Goodlettsville, providing substantial employment.

City-Data reports that the biggest employers in the area are retail stores (16%), manufacturers (13%), transportation companies/warehouses (9%), technical/science/professional companies (9%), administration support (7%), construction (7%), and government agencies (6%).

Goodlettsville Neighborhoods

Goodlettsville is a fairly small suburban city with a few nice neighborhoods.

• Hogans Branch Road and New Hope Road: Median home price is $362,258
• South Main Street Memorial Drive: Median home price is $240,908
• City Center: Median home price is $195,957
• Rivergate Meadows Drive and Alta Loma Road: Median home price is $174,301

Goodlettsville, TN School Districts

Depending on the part of Goodlettsville where you live, you may be in a different county. Davidson County schools are in the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools District district. Three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school serve some residents in Goodlettsville. Looking for a private school? Pope John Paul II High School, Davidson Academy, and Goodpasture Christian School are all in the area.

While there are no colleges in Goodlettsville. The nearest college is Miller-Motte Technical College, about three miles from Goodlettsville. College students go to nearby Nashville to attend college or university.

Moving to Goodlettsville, TN Resource Guide

To get started when moving to Goodlettsville, here is a list of the essential services you may need:

Driver's License and Auto Registration: In Tennessee, the Department of Safety and Homeland Security provides all the services for a driver's license, an ID card, and vehicle registration.

Water and Sewer Services: Information and the downloadable application forms can be found from the City of Goodlettsville.

Garbage Collection and Recycling: Also provided by the City of Goodlettsville.

Electricity: Provided by the Nashville Electric Company and services can be started online.

Natural Gas: Supplied by Piedmont Natural Gas and service can be started online.

Propane: is available from Amerigas.

Telephone: Service can be chosen from the companies listed at Wirefly.

TV and Internet: Connections can be obtained from a variety of companies listed at CableTV.com.

Goodlettsville Municipal Government: The City of Goodlettsville has its office in City Hall at 105 South Main Street in Goodlettsville. The Goodlettsville Parks & Recreation Department manages the public parks, programs, and events. The programs include those for kids, teens, adults, and seniors. There are sports, swimming, and fitness programs offered for all ages.

Goodlettsville, TN Housing

The median age in Goodlettsville is 43, a little older compared to the median age in Tennessee of 39 years. This is caused by having slightly more retirees and elderly people in Goodlettsville. This is also why the owner-occupied ratio of homeownership is 58%. Many move here when young and stay for the rest of their lives. The median home value is $177,900, 22% higher than in other parts of the state. The median rent is $938 per month, which is 20% higher than in other cities in Tennessee.

The median household income is $52,464, which is $6,000 higher than the household income found in the rest of the state but about $3,000 lower than the national average. Goodlettsville's living cost is 8% higher than in other Tennessee cities. However, this amount is 2% less than the average American city. Goodlettsville is a suburb of Nashville that is desirable for families and professionals. It is close enough to work in downtown Nashville, with an easy commute. It has all the conveniences of a larger city and still has a bit of a rural flavor as well.