How does apartment locating work in Nashville?
You submit your budget, neighborhoods, move date, and preferences. A Basil agent curates options, schedules tours, and supports your lease process from first call to signed lease.
Find your ground.
Apartment Locating & Real Estate
Expert apartment locating and home buying, free for renters.
How We Work With You
Whether you're buying a home or searching for an apartment, we guide you through every step.
Buying a Home
Your path to homeownership, guided by a dedicated Basil agent.
1
Get in Touch
Reach out and we'll connect you with a Basil agent who specializes in what you're looking for.
2
Discovery Call
Set up a call or meeting to discuss your goals, budget, timeline, and what matters most to you in a home.
3
Love Your Agent
If you don't vibe with your Basil agent, swap them out for someone you connect with better. No hard feelings.
4
Search & Pre-Approval
Your agent searches for homes that fit and works with our lender network to get you pre-approved so your offers have a higher chance of being accepted.
5
Tour the Best Fits
Visit the top properties that match your needs and get your agent's honest take on each one.
6
Make an Offer
When the dream property comes along, your agent helps you craft a competitive offer.
7
Guided to Close
Your Basil agent advises you at every step after the offer is accepted - inspections, appraisals, negotiations - all the way to closing.
8
Close & Move In
Close on the home and love where you live.
Apartment Locating
Find the perfect rental - completely free for you.
1
Tell Us What You Need
Let us know your budget, preferred neighborhoods, move-in date, and must-haves. We'll match you with a Basil agent.
2
Love Your Agent
If you don't love your Basil agent, swap them out for one you vibe with better. We want this to feel right.
3
Curated Options
We find properties that fit your budget and needs. When you find ones you like, we tour them with you to make sure you're getting the best pre-rental experience.
4
Leasing Support
We're a resource throughout the leasing process - answering questions, reviewing terms, and making sure everything checks out.
5
Sign & Move In
You sign the lease and move into your new place. Simple as that.
Apartment locating is entirely paid by the property and doesn't impact your rental rate, discounts, or cost you anything at all.
More Ways We Help
Beyond buying and renting, we've got you covered.
Sell a Home
Full-service listing with modern marketing. Professional photography, social promotion, and MLS exposure.
List Your Home
Basil Insurance
Every client gets a complimentary insurance review. Renters, homeowners, auto - we quote 100+ carriers.
Get a QuoteAgent Ownership
We're built like a law firm merged with a tech company. Agents earn equity, not just commissions.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Is apartment locating free for renters?
Yes. Basil apartment locating is free for renters because the property pays the commission. Your rental rate is not increased by working with us.
What Nashville neighborhoods do you serve?
We serve greater Nashville including East Nashville, Germantown, The Gulch, Midtown, Green Hills, 12 South, and surrounding areas.
How is Basil different from traditional brokerages?
Basil is agent-owned. Agents can earn equity over time in addition to commissions, aligning incentives around long-term client outcomes.