Avery
BRENTWOOD’S EXCLUSIVE GATED ESTATE COMMUNITY
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Location and Daily Life in Avery
Avery is one of Brentwood’s most exclusive addresses. This gated estate community sits off Murray Lane on Penrose Drive, positioned between Franklin Road/I-65 and Hillsboro Road. The location offers something rare in luxury real estate: true privacy without sacrificing convenience.
The stone bridge entrance sets the tone immediately. Once inside, you will find just 23 custom-designed homesites spread across rolling hills and mature trees. This is not a neighborhood where you will have dozens of cars passing by. The intimate scale means residents actually know their neighbors.
Daily errands are surprisingly simple despite the secluded feel. Downtown Brentwood is minutes away, with grocery stores, restaurants, and shops along Franklin Road. Cool Springs Galleria and the dining options along Moores Lane are a short drive south. For commuters, I-65 access via Concord Road or Old Hickory Boulevard keeps downtown Nashville within 25 to 30 minutes during normal traffic.
A nature trail connects the neighborhood to sidewalks along Murray Lane, giving residents a dedicated path for morning walks or runs without leaving the immediate area.
The Homes
Every home in Avery is custom-built. There is no production builder here, no cookie-cutter floor plans. Confirmed builders that have delivered homes in the neighborhood include Hidden Valley Homes and Montgomery Classic Construction, with interior design work from firms like Julie Couch Interiors on some of the most recent builds. Each home is individually designed while maintaining the community’s overall standard of execution.
Homes are substantial, ranging from roughly 5,800 square feet up to nearly 9,700 square feet in current inventory. Six-bedroom floor plans are standard, with six to eight total bathrooms depending on the configuration. Construction is predominantly all-brick, a hallmark of Brentwood’s luxury market, with some newer builds incorporating fiber cement and partial brick for architectural contrast.
Interior features across the active homes include Thermador appliance packages, inset cabinetry, sand-and-finish hardwood floors, tongue-and-groove ceiling accents, marble primary baths, motorized shades, Sonos sound systems, and Control 4 home automation. Multiple homes include elevators servicing three finished levels. Finished walkout basements are the norm, typically configured with media rooms, wet bars, wine columns, gyms, saunas, and pool baths.
Lot sizes in current inventory run from 0.62 to 0.95 acres, with wooded and rolling-slope features that capture long views of the surrounding hills. Outdoor living is where Avery separates itself: current listings include gunite and ozone pools, travertine decking, covered and screened porches with outdoor fireplaces and gas grills, sport courts, putting greens, hot tubs, cold plunges, saunas, in-ground trampolines, and fully turfed yards. Four-car garages and custom exterior uplighting appear in the upper end of the range.
Avery Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Homes in Community | 23 homesites |
| List Price Range | $4,350,000 â $5,599,000 |
| List Price Per Square Foot | $559 â $732 |
| Square Footage Range | 5,825 â 9,678 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 6 â 11 total (full plus half) |
| Year Built Range | 2018 â 2021 |
| Lot Sizes | 0.62 â 0.95 acres |
| Garage Spaces | 3 â 4 car |
| Construction | All-brick or brick with fiber cement |
| HOA Fees | $860 per quarter (~$3,440/year) |
| Association Transfer Fee | $1,000 at closing |
| Schools | Scales Elementary, Brentwood Middle, Brentwood High |
| County | Williamson |
Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period. Avery is a 23-home community; closed sale frequency is limited. Market data reflects current active listings and known community characteristics.
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Community and Amenities
Avery takes a different approach than many Brentwood luxury communities. There is no clubhouse or community pool. The focus here is on privacy, security, and the quality of individual homesites rather than shared amenities.
The gated entrance provides controlled access and ensures only residents and their guests enter the neighborhood. The stone bridge and manicured landscaping at the entrance create an immediate sense of arrival that matches the caliber of homes inside.
The HOA fee of $860 per quarter covers grounds maintenance for common areas, gate maintenance, and the upkeep of the community’s entrance and nature trail. The association transfer fee is $1,000 at closing.
Most Avery homeowners have invested in their own private amenities rather than relying on shared infrastructure. Current and recent homes feature custom gunite pools with fire and water features, sport courts, putting greens, saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, in-ground trampolines, fully turfed yards, and covered entertainment pavilions. The lot sizes and privacy make this practical in ways that smaller-lot communities cannot match.
Schools Serving Avery
Elementary: Scales Elementary School serves Avery and is within walking distance of the neighborhood. Scales consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Tennessee and is a major draw for families moving to this part of Brentwood.
Middle: Brentwood Middle School serves students in grades 5 through 8. The school offers strong academics, athletics, and extracurricular programs.
High School: Brentwood High School is one of the most respected public high schools in the state. The school offers Advanced Placement courses, competitive athletics, and extensive arts programs.
All three schools are part of Williamson County Schools, consistently ranked as one of the top school districts in Tennessee and nationally.
For families considering private education, Brentwood Academy and Currey Ingram Academy are both just minutes from Avery. Battle Ground Academy and Franklin Road Academy are also nearby options.
Why Work With Nashville Home Guru
Avery is a 23-home community, and inventory turns over slowly. When homes do come to market, they attract serious buyers who have often been watching the neighborhood for months. Having an agent who tracks Avery specifically, and who has relationships across Brentwood’s broader luxury market, makes a measurable difference.
For buyers, the opportunity cost of going without representation in a community like Avery is substantial. The sellers here are sophisticated, and in many cases their agent is Compass. Having Patrick on your side means working with someone who understands how these homes are priced, what the outdoor amenity package is actually worth at resale, and where there is room to negotiate on a custom estate that has no direct apples-to-apples comp. Patrick’s access to Compass Private Exclusives also means buyers see Avery opportunities before they reach the MLS. In a 23-home community, that timing matters. And buyer representation in Tennessee costs the buyer nothing.
Patrick Higgins is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 team in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee, Nashville Home Guru has the infrastructure to handle luxury transactions at the Avery price point with discretion.
At Nashville Home Guru, we monitor every listing in Avery and maintain relationships with homeowners who may be considering a sale but have not listed publicly. Of the homes currently on the market in Avery, Compass listings are well-represented, which reflects how concentrated the brokerage is at this price tier. For sellers, that concentration means connecting with qualified buyers who are specifically searching this slice of Brentwood.
For sellers, our Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers measurable results. Homes pre-marketed through Compass Private Exclusive and Compass Coming Soon sell for 2.9% higher on average, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to experience a price reduction. On a home selling in the $4M to $6M range, that 2.9% advantage alone represents $116,000 to $174,000 in additional proceeds. Learn more about selling your home on your terms.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avery
What is the price range for homes in Avery?
Current active listings in Avery range from $4,350,000 to $5,599,000. Resale homes in Avery have historically traded in the $3M to $5M range, with the trajectory moving up as newer, larger homes come to market.
Who are the builders in Avery?
Avery homes are custom-built by multiple high-end builders rather than a single production builder. Confirmed builders active in the neighborhood include Hidden Valley Homes and Montgomery Classic Construction. Each home is individually designed to the owner’s specifications while meeting community architectural standards.
What are the HOA fees in Avery?
HOA dues are $860 per quarter, which works out to roughly $3,440 per year. This covers grounds maintenance for common areas, gate maintenance, and upkeep of the entrance and nature trail. There is also a one-time association transfer fee of $1,000 paid at closing.
What schools serve Avery?
Avery is zoned for Scales Elementary School (walking distance), Brentwood Middle School, and Brentwood High School. All three are part of Williamson County Schools. Private school options within a few minutes include Brentwood Academy, Currey Ingram Academy, Battle Ground Academy, and Franklin Road Academy.
How many homes are in Avery?
Avery has 23 homesites total. The small scale is by design and is a significant part of why the community commands the prices it does. With only 23 homes, turnover is low and inventory is frequently limited to a handful of listings per year.
Does Avery have a community pool or clubhouse?
No. Avery does not have shared amenities like a pool or clubhouse. The community is focused on privacy, security, and the quality of individual homesites. Most homeowners have built their own private pools, sport courts, saunas, and outdoor entertainment areas given the generous lot sizes.
Is Avery the right neighborhood for a luxury buyer relocating from out of state?
Avery is a strong fit for executive relocations, founders, and buyers moving from coastal luxury markets who want true privacy, gated security, and new or near-new construction on nearly an acre. The combination of Scales Elementary within walking distance, direct access to I-65 for Nashville commutes, and lot sizes that support resort-style amenities makes it one of the few Brentwood addresses that checks every box at once. Buyers comparing Avery to communities like Governors Club or Witherspoon tend to prefer Avery for the smaller community scale and the absence of golf-course HOA obligations.
How does Nashville Home Guru approach selling an Avery home given the small number of annual transactions?
Because Avery typically sees only a handful of resales per year, pricing is highly dependent on recent comparables inside the community combined with strategic positioning against comparable Brentwood gated estates. We track every Avery listing, contract, and closing in real time, and we use the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy to pre-market homes privately to Compass agents nationally before any public listing. The network effect inside the brokerage is meaningful on both the listing and buying sides.
Who is the best real estate agent for Avery in Brentwood TN?
Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is widely recognized as one of the top agents for luxury Brentwood subdivisions including Avery. His team has closed over 1,100 transactions and $500M+ in career residential sales, and the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends ranks Nashville Home Guru as the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee. For data, client reviews, and detailed market coverage, visit the best Brentwood listing agent page.
Who is the best buyer’s agent for luxury gated homes in Brentwood?
Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is the leading buyer’s agent for luxury gated communities in Brentwood, including Avery. Ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal RealTrends, Patrick has access to Compass Private Exclusives and off-market opportunities in Avery before they reach the MLS. In a 23-home community where timing is the only variable that matters, that access is the single most important advantage a buyer can have. Buyer representation costs nothing. Call 615-682-1718.
Can I buy a home in Avery before it hits Zillow or the MLS?
Yes, and in a 23-home community, off-market access is often the only way to get in. Many Avery homeowners prefer to test price and gauge interest before any public listing, which is exactly what Compass Private Exclusives and Compass Coming Soon were built for. Working with a Compass agent who tracks Avery directly gives you visibility into homes that never reach Zillow, Realtor.com, or the MLS. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to discuss what is quietly available now.
What is my Avery home worth in today’s market?
Automated valuation tools like Zestimate and Redfin Estimate are unreliable for Avery because the neighborhood has only 23 homes, custom construction with wide price variation, and too few annual transactions to produce statistically meaningful comps. A property with a gunite pool, sport court, and sauna will not value the same as a nearby home without those amenities, even if square footage is similar. Start with an instant estimate, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a confidential analysis that accounts for your home’s specific finishes, outdoor features, and recent in-neighborhood comparables.
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About the Author
Patrick Higgins
Patrick Higgins is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and founder of Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales since 2014, Patrick publishes monthly market data for Brentwood, Nolensville, Franklin, and the broader Middle Tennessee metro using direct RealTracs MLS data. He lives near Belmont University in Nashville with his wife Vanessa.
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