4 Bedroom Homes in Murfreesboro TN

MURFREESBORO’S MOST SEARCHED HOME TYPE & MARKET GUIDE

Location & Daily Life

Four-bedroom homes in Murfreesboro, Tennessee sit at the center of one of the fastest-growing housing markets in the entire country. Rutherford County has grown from a small bedroom community into a full-service city with its own employment base, retail corridors, and school infrastructure. Buyers coming from Nashville, Smyrna, or out of state consistently find that Murfreesboro delivers more square footage, more land, and more community amenities per dollar than nearly anywhere else in Middle Tennessee.

The city spans four primary zip codes: 37127, 37128, 37129, and 37130. Each zip has its own character and school assignments, which directly affects buyer decisions. Zip code 37128 carries the highest sales volume among four-bedroom homes, accounting for roughly 40% of closed transactions in the past 12 months. Zip 37129 follows at about 30%, with 37130 and 37127 splitting the remainder. Interstate 24 and Interstate 840 make the region highly accessible, with downtown Nashville averaging 35 to 45 minutes depending on traffic and your specific neighborhood.

Everyday conveniences are everywhere. The Avenue Murfreesboro, Stones River Marketplace, and Medical Center Parkway serve as the main retail corridors, covering grocery, dining, fitness, and specialty retail. The Stones River Greenway runs more than 10 miles through the city, and Barfield Crescent Park provides over 430 acres of outdoor recreation. Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital, Amazon, and Nissan’s Smyrna plant are among the area’s largest employers, giving residents genuine options for local work without a Nashville commute.

The Homes

The four-bedroom market in Murfreesboro ranges from modest resale homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s all the way to new construction with luxury finishes, three-car garages, and full bonus rooms. Year built in the closed sales data spans from 1902 to 2026, though the vast majority of activity centers around homes built between 2000 and 2024. Lot sizes vary widely depending on the neighborhood, from compact zero-lot-line configurations in newer planned communities to half-acre and larger lots in established subdivisions like Richland Downs and The Maples.

New construction buyers have strong options from a number of national builders actively building in Murfreesboro right now. Meritage Homes is building at Avery Farms (37127), where the Legacy Series runs from approximately 1,648 to 3,252 square feet starting in the $400s. Lennar’s Farmhouse Downs (37127) features two collections with four-bedroom floor plans starting in the $370s, including a community pool, pickleball courts, and a dog park. Ryan Homes at Richland Downs (37130) delivers four-bedroom homes from $338K to $419K near Oakland High School. Ashton Woods at Promenade at Clari Park (37129) offers single-family four-bedroom homes starting from the upper $300s, close to The Avenue’s retail corridor. The Maples subdivision (37127) continues to be a go-to for buyers wanting established streets and mature trees alongside more contemporary resale inventory.

Across new and resale homes, the most common exterior materials are brick, partial stone, and hardboard or vinyl siding. Interior finishes in new construction typically include LVP or hardwood on main floors, carpet in bedrooms, quartz or granite countertops, and stainless appliances. Garage configurations run mostly two-car, though three-car garages become more common above $550,000. Primary bedrooms on the main floor are a notable feature in a growing number of floor plans, appealing strongly to buyers planning for long-term stay or multi-generational use.

4 Bedroom Home Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active 4 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Murfreesboro TN

Communities to Consider

Not all four-bedroom communities in Murfreesboro are created equal. Here are six neighborhoods worth a closer look, spanning new construction and established resale, across multiple zip codes and price points.

Avery Farms (37127) is a Meritage Homes community off Veterans Parkway near New Salem Highway. The Ridge Series starts in the $300s with homes from 1,420 to 2,018 square feet. The Legacy Series starts in the $400s and reaches 3,252 square feet with upgraded primary suites and larger kitchen islands. Every home includes a fully sodded yard, washer/dryer, and blinds throughout, features that are not standard across all Murfreesboro new construction at this price.

East Fork Landing (37130) is an established community in the 37130 zip that draws buyers who want a more mature neighborhood feel with larger lots than what most new construction delivers. Resale inventory here typically runs in the mid-$400s to low-$600s range, with homes averaging 2,200 to 3,000 square feet.

Farmhouse Downs (37127) is a Lennar community just off Lyons Farm Parkway with two distinct collections and a $95/month HOA that covers a pool, pickleball courts, and a dog park. Four-bedroom plans start in the $370s, making this one of the better-amenitized new construction options in the southern Murfreesboro corridor. I-24 and I-840 access is quick from here.

Promenade at Clari Park (37129) is a boutique Ashton Woods development at 2705 Wilkinson Pike with only 21 single-family homes and 134 townhomes. Four-bedroom single-family options start from $349,995 and sit within minutes of The Avenue Murfreesboro. The smaller community scale means lower traffic and a more genuine neighborhood feel than many larger planned communities in the area.

Richland Downs (37130) is Ryan Homes’ active new construction community in southeast Murfreesboro, within the Kittrell Elementary and Oakland High School zones. Four-bedroom homes range from $338K to $419K, including sidewalks, walking trails, and a community playground. This is one of the more affordable new construction options in the 37130 zip code for buyers who want Rutherford County Schools with an Oakland feeder school assignment.

The Maples (37127) is one of Murfreesboro’s more established resale communities, with mature trees and a neighborhood character that takes years to develop. Homes here run from roughly 1,800 to 3,500 square feet across multiple sections, and resale pricing reflects the desirability of the location and the school zone. The Maples consistently shows up in the top 20 neighborhoods by closed sales volume in Rutherford County four-bedroom data.

Amenities

Murfreesboro’s infrastructure has grown alongside its housing market. The city operates multiple community parks, athletic complexes, and recreational facilities. Barfield Crescent Park covers more than 430 acres with disc golf, mountain biking trails, soccer fields, and open green space. Veterans Memorial Park and Cannonsburgh Village add historical and cultural programming for families. The Stones River Greenway is the city’s signature trail system, with paved and natural-surface paths along the river corridor.

Most four-bedroom communities with an HOA include neighborhood-level amenities such as a pool, playground, sidewalk network, or green common areas. Communities with the highest HOA fees, like Farmhouse Downs ($95/month), tend to offer the most developed amenity packages. Lower-fee communities (in the $20 to $40/month range) typically cover common area maintenance only. About 76% of the four-bedroom homes that closed over the past 12 months had an HOA of some kind, which is consistent with Murfreesboro’s predominantly planned-community development pattern.

Schools

All four-bedroom home sales in this dataset fall within Rutherford County, served by Rutherford County Schools. The district operates multiple high schools across Murfreesboro, and your school assignment depends entirely on which neighborhood you choose. This is one of the most important filter criteria for families relocating to the area.

Based on the past 12 months of four-bedroom closed sales, Blackman High School served the most transactions at 22.9% of sales, followed by Rockvale High School at 18.8%, Siegel High School at 17.1%, Oakland High School at 16.6%, and Riverdale High School at 15.9%. Stewarts Creek High School served approximately 7% of transactions. Each of these schools has its own elementary and middle school feeders, and Patrick’s team can walk you through school zoning by specific address before you commit to a neighborhood.

Among the most frequently listed elementary schools in the four-bedroom data: Blackman Elementary, Salem Elementary, Erma Siegel Elementary, Rockvale Elementary, and Brown’s Chapel Elementary. Middle school options include Blackman Middle, Rockvale Middle, Siegel Middle, and Discovery Middle, among others. School assignments are verified by Rutherford County Schools and should be confirmed by address at the time of purchase.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

Compass and Parks agents represented 17.8% of all four-bedroom home sales in Murfreesboro over the past 12 months, with 184 of 1,035 closed transactions involving a Compass agent on either the listing or buying side. That level of market presence means our agents are inside active negotiations constantly, with real-time intelligence on what buyers are paying, what sellers are accepting, and which communities are outperforming the broader market.

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass and has been named a RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent six consecutive times. The team is ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal RealTrends report, with over 1,100 transactions and $500M in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at 5.0 stars, the client feedback reflects what the data already shows. Patrick’s buyers get access to Compass Private Exclusive listings and Coming Soon properties before they hit the MLS, which is a genuine advantage in a market where well-priced inventory moves fast.

On a national level, Compass is the #1 residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. After merging with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass agents represent approximately 1 in 4 homes sold in Tennessee, giving the brokerage an unmatched referral network and access to inventory that never reaches the open market.

For sellers, Compass’s Three Phase Marketing Strategy consistently delivers measurable results: pre-marketed homes close at 2.9% higher prices, sell 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to need a price reduction. The three phases work like this: Phase 1 (Compass Private Exclusive) lets you test your price with a select buyer audience before going public. Phase 2 (Compass Coming Soon) gets your home in front of buyers on Compass.com without accumulating days on market or price history. Phase 3 (Public Launch) takes you live on the MLS with maximum demand already built.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price range for 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro TN?

Based on the past 12 months of closed MLS data from RealTracs, four-bedroom homes in Murfreesboro have sold between $150,000 and $3,550,000. The median sale price is $525,000, and the average is $585,236. The bulk of buyer activity falls between $350,000 and $700,000, covering the largest concentration of new construction and resale inventory across the four primary zip codes.

Which zip codes have the most 4 bedroom homes for sale in Murfreesboro?

Zip code 37128 leads all four zip codes in closed four-bedroom sales, accounting for roughly 40% of transactions. Zip 37129 follows at approximately 30%, with 37130 at 19% and 37127 at 11%. All four zip codes fall within Rutherford County and are served by Rutherford County Schools, but school assignments and neighborhood character differ meaningfully between them.

What are the HOA fees for 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro?

About 76% of four-bedroom homes that closed in Murfreesboro over the past year included an HOA. Fees vary widely: the typical range falls between $340 and $900 per year, or roughly $28 to $75 per month. Communities with higher HOA fees, like Farmhouse Downs at $95/month, tend to offer pools, athletic courts, and other shared amenities. Lower-fee communities generally cover common area maintenance only.

What schools serve 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro?

All four-bedroom sales in the Murfreesboro market fall within Rutherford County Schools. The five most common high school assignments among recent four-bedroom closed sales are Blackman (22.9%), Rockvale (18.8%), Siegel (17.1%), Oakland (16.6%), and Riverdale (15.9%). School assignments are determined by your specific address, not your zip code. Contact Patrick’s team for zoning verification before narrowing your neighborhood search.

Which builders are actively constructing 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro right now?

Several national builders are currently active in Murfreesboro. Meritage Homes is building four-bedroom plans at Avery Farms (37127). Lennar’s Farmhouse Downs (37127) offers four-bedroom homes starting in the $370s. Ryan Homes is building at Richland Downs (37130) from the upper $300s to low $400s. Ashton Woods at Promenade at Clari Park (37129) offers four-bedroom single-family homes from approximately $350K. Each builder has different incentive structures, included features, and closing cost programs that are worth comparing side by side.

What type of buyer is the 4 bedroom home market in Murfreesboro best suited for?

Murfreesboro’s four-bedroom market serves a broad range of buyers. Families relocating from Nashville or out of state are drawn by the combination of price, space, and school quality that Rutherford County delivers at a cost well below comparable housing in Williamson County. Move-up buyers already in the Murfreesboro area often upgrade to four bedrooms when they outgrow a starter home or add to their family. Remote workers and dual-income couples who want more square footage, a dedicated home office, and a guest bedroom without paying Nashville prices also make up a significant share of buyers in this category.

Why should I work with Nashville Home Guru to buy or sell a 4 bedroom home in Murfreesboro?

Nashville Home Guru at Compass was involved in 184 of the 1,035 four-bedroom home sales in Murfreesboro over the past 12 months, a 17.8% market share. Patrick Higgins and his team know which neighborhoods are moving quickly, which builders are offering meaningful incentives, and where resale values have held strongest. For sellers, Compass’s Three Phase Marketing Strategy has been shown to produce 2.9% higher closing prices with 20% faster sales. For buyers, Compass Private Exclusive access means you may see available homes before the general public does.

Who is the best realtor for 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently recognized among the top real estate teams in Tennessee. Patrick has been named a RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent six consecutive years and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M in career sales across Middle Tennessee, including extensive experience in Rutherford County, plus 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the team brings data-driven expertise that generalist agents simply cannot match in this market.

Can I access off-market 4 bedroom homes in Murfreesboro?

Yes. Compass operates a Private Exclusive program that allows sellers to market homes to a select buyer audience before going public, and a Coming Soon category that generates buyer interest before a home accumulates days on market. As a Compass buyer represented by the Nashville Home Guru team, you get access to both pipelines. In a market where well-priced four-bedroom homes in desirable school zones can move quickly, that early access is a genuine advantage.

How do I find out what my 4 bedroom home in Murfreesboro is worth?

The fastest way to get a current estimate is through Patrick’s home value tool at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com. Enter your address and get an instant market-based estimate. For a full comparative market analysis that accounts for your specific floor plan, finish level, lot position, and current competition, contact Patrick directly at 615-682-1718.

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