Named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best places in the United States to retire, Smyrna offers a great option for those who want to be close to the excitement of Nashville, but not too close. A neighborhood of the metropolitan Nashville area, Smyrna offers delightful suburb charm just 24 miles away from the city. It is also home to the Nissan Motors plant and serves as one of the primary production hubs for their Leaf electric vehicle.