Ripley, TN

3 Apartments for Rent

"Maybe I was much too selfish / But baby you're still on my mind / Now I'm grown and all alone / And wishing I was with you tonight / 'Cause I can guarantee / Things are sweeter in Tennessee" -- The Wreckers

Looks like you're just in time to find house rentals in Ripley, Tennessee! Believe it or not, Ripley was one of six cities selected for downtown revitalization, which was completed in 2010. This means that you've missed all of the construction work and hassle as the town square was rebuilt, but you're early enough to enjoy everything while it's still new along with the other 8,445 people who make this charming town. But wait! There's even better news. Because Ripley is made up of 12.9 square miles means that there are plenty of places to search for apartments. You can find unfurnished and furnished apartments at fairly low rates, making your move to Ripley easier than you ever thought possible.

Before you Pack

Of course there are things you need to know before picking up and moving to a new city, here are some tips to help you cover all your bases.

Job Searching

The good news is that Ripley is neighbors with cities like Memphis that present a range of amazing employment opportunities. The bad news is that you likely won't find work in the city itself. Check how far a way your commute will be before you decide which part of town to live in. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes, one way.

Money

You won't need very much even for a 2 bedroom apartment for rent in Ripley. Also, the cost of living in Ripley is 14% lower than any other city in Tennessee.

When to Move

To be honest, there's not really a bad time to move, it just depends on what type of weather you like best. The summer average for Ripley is 78 degrees, while the winter average is around 33 degrees. The mountains make for excellent air quality too.

Neighborhoods

Ripley is a small town so there isn't much in the way of neighborhoods. But there are few amenities, and you can find the majority of restaurants and shops in the south and the west parts of town. The north and east are more residential areas, with the main roads running throughout the town, giving easy access to all.

Living in Ripley

On nice sunny days, you can take a walk or ride a bike in the park. You might also want to check out the local libraries and eat and one of the 13 dining locations. If it's especially hot, try visiting Ripley Park, also known as Ripley Pool and Waterslide, complete with playground equipment, water slides, and seven separate pavilions. If you can't find anything to do in Ripley, don't worry, neighboring cities are only a short drive away. If not, there's also Rolling Hills Country Club.

The advantages to living in such a small town like this one are too many to count. You get all the peacefulness of the small town life, but the opportunity to enjoy the big city whenever you wish. Drive out and see Ripley, Tennessee, for yourself, we dare you not to fall in love.