"We might not see no Eiffel Tower / But I got a cousin that I want you to meet / He can pick the wild wood flower / Better than anybody down in Paris, Tennessee / We're goin' all the way to Paris, Tennessee." -- "Paris, Tennessee" by Kenny Chesney
You don't have to take an international flight to see the Eiffel Tower. Just head about an hour and a half northwest of Nashville to the small Tennessean city of Paris. This Eiffel Tower isn't nearly as tall as the French tower. At 60 feet, the American version is a 1:20 scale of the slightly more famous tower. As the county seat of Henry County, though, Paris has a lot more to offer than just a fancy tower with an even fancier name. The city is situated on a fork of the West Sandy River, so fishing is a popular pastime for the more than 10,000 residents. But in case you're wondering, Paris, Tennessee, was in fact named after Paris, France. Paris, Tennessee, is also home to the World's Biggest Fish Fry. Can Paris, France, say that?
Whether you're searching for rental homes in Paris or you're planning on renting an apartment, start your search at least a month before your move
"We might not see no Eiffel Tower / But I got a cousin that I want you to meet / He can pick the wild wood flower / Better than anybody down in Paris, Tennessee / We're goin' all the way to Paris, Tennessee." -- "Paris, Tennessee" by Kenny Chesney
You don't have to take an international flight to see the Eiffel Tower. Just head about an hour and a half northwest of Nashville to the small Tennessean city of Paris. This Eiffel Tower isn't nearly as tall as the French tower. At 60 feet, the American version is a 1:20 scale of the slightly more famous tower. As the county seat of Henry County, though, Paris has a lot more to offer than just a fancy tower with an even fancier name. The city is situated on a fork of the West Sandy River, so fishing is a popular pastime for the more than 10,000 residents. But in case you're wondering, Paris, Tennessee, was in fact named after Paris, France. Paris, Tennessee, is also home to the World's Biggest Fish Fry. Can Paris, France, say that?
Moving To Paris
Whether you're searching for rental homes in Paris or you're planning on renting an apartment, start your search at least a month before your move. If you're located in another state or area of the country, contact a local realtor who can start searching before you arrive in the area. Luckily, there are more renters in Paris than in most U.S. cities, and the city usually has plenty of vacancies, so finding your dream home or apartment shouldn't be an arduous process.
Paris Neighborhoods
At just 11 square miles, Paris isn't exactly overflowing with neighborhoods. Regardless of the area of town, you'll find yourself smack-dab in the middle of a charming and tight-knit community.
Cottage Grove: With plenty of open land and low rents, it's easy to see why it might take some digging to find apartments available for rent in this sought-after area on the west side of town. If you don't want to hear your neighbors' music or even see their houses from your porch, this is the neighborhood for you.
Downtown: Whether its jogging around Ogburn Park, strolling by the quaint little shops or picnicking in Johnson Park, living in downtown Paris is nothing short of an adorable experience! You'll be able to find a one bedroom apartment without much trouble, although larger apartments might be a little tougher to locate.
Oakland and Sunny Side: Forming a large reverse C around the eastern side of the downtown area, this large swath of land is known most notably for just that--plenty of open, rural land. A rental apartment is rarer than a unicorn in this neighborhood, but larger rental homes aren't that difficult to find.
Chickasaw Heights: The ideal neighborhood for commuters, Chickasaw Heights is located where highways 79, 641 and 76 intersect. Apartment complexes and home rentals can both be found here, along with shopping centers for those quick trips for milk and bread.
Living in Paris
You know you want to check out the Eiffel Tower. Originally a project for the 1990 Memphis in May festival, where a new theme is chosen each year, the tower was relocated to Paris' Memorial Park the next year. Memorial Park is worth checking out even without the spectacular 60-foot metal structure. Tennis courts, walking trails, a playground, a frisbee golf course and tennis courts keep residents coming back for more. The mix of culture and nature extends to the city's popular annual festival, the World's Biggest Fish Fry, held each April. While the 20-foot long catfish might draw people into town, it's the arts and crafts fair, parade and rodeo that fills the last weekend in April.
Just 20 minutes from downtown, Kentucky Lake is a popular fishing spot. Outdoor enthusiasts will love hunting deer, turkey, quail and more animals in the areas just outside the city limits. Spend an afternoon in downtown Paris shopping at one of the 40 local merchants -- most of them antique stores -- or strolling through the 1920s-style town square. Paris Winery hosts concerts in the vineyard during warmer months, but the winery is open every day for wine tastings.
