Gary Ashton's Blog: Downtown Nashville Condos and Lofts

I'm originally from England and the price of gas in the US (petrol for me) has always been a source of envy for the Brits. The price per gallon in England ( although they use litres now) is probably close to around $6! The effect of this is to drive the auto makers to produce smaller more economical cars.

The hybrid seems to becoming more and more popular and as the $4 gallon looms ahead I'm seriously considering trading in my gas guzzling Navigator for a green machine ....saving me some green too...as well as helping to save the planet :)

The other aspect of the rising price of fuel is the impact it has on the buyers decisions when it comes to choosing the next home and the location. In the past if some one wanted a 5 bedroom home with a couple of…

Downtown Nashville Interactive Map of DownTown Nashville    Metropolitan areas throughout the nation have undergone dramatic changes during the last few decades, and Nashville is no exception. Located on the Cumberland River, Nashville has experienced major renewal programs together with an explosion of new business/development projects.    Downtown Nashville has become a true metropolitan center, complete with such cosmopolitan amenities as quality shopping, dining, and entertainment, as well as affordable housing and luxury high-rise residences.  In fact, the downtown area has become so enticing that many Nashvillians are opting for city lofts and condos, rather than commuting from the suburbs. And even successful Baby Boomers who still own a… Read Full Post

The Gulch   The Nashville Gulch area is quickly becoming the place to be in Middle Tennessee. Located in the East Nashville area near 12th Street, the Gulch has become a Mecca for businesses, new residences and entertainment venues. The Gulch area of Nashville   While combining the ambiance of big city life with local neighborhood friendliness, the Gulch allows people to live, work and shop all within one area.   Because it is only minutes from West End and teeters in the edge of the Central Business District, the Gulch is poised to quickly move into position as a thriving business community with residential appeal.   One example of this is the high profile,… Read Full Post

The concept of a home in the city and living in the country has been around for a long time especially in places like England where a place in the city and a country estate was considered a necessity by the rich and wealthy.

With the advent of the baby boomers comimg close to retirement the concept has found new life. Not content to retire like previous generations and potter around in the garden they are looking to live life to the full.

The growth of the downtown retaurants and nightlife has enticed more and more people into the concept urban living utilising all the benefits of city life.

 The new Signature Tower has tapped into to the concept of the buyer that is looking for the ability to live downtown and have access to the arts and restaurants…

The Nashville sky-line is about to change dramatically and in doing so will once again put Nashville on the map as the capital of the south! ;)

The new Signature Tower is scheduled to be completed in 2009 and is the 1st high rise hotel/condo development that is aimed at the upscale buyer wanting to enjoy all the new amenities and entertainment that downtown is offering now and in the very near future.

This cosmopolitan city has had a major spike in demand in the last couple of years with the residential market for downtown Nashville booming. People are once again discovering the appeal and convenience of urban dwelling which has been complemented by the perceptive design and insight provided by the developers of the Signature Tower.

DownTown Condos:…