Cedar Forest

SMYRNA’S ESTABLISHED ALL-BRICK COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life in Cedar Forest

Cedar Forest sits off Westwood Drive in Smyrna, Tennessee 37167, in one of Rutherford County’s older residential pockets. The subdivision is about 22 miles southeast of downtown Nashville, close enough for a commute but far enough to feel like its own community.

Day to day errands are simple here. The Sam Ridley Parkway and Almaville Road retail corridor is a short drive away, with grocery stores, restaurants, and major retailers. Interstate 24 is close by, which keeps commutes to Murfreesboro or Nashville manageable for working professionals.

Streets in Cedar Forest include Cedar Crest Court, Dogwood Lane, High Ridge Drive, Saint Francis Avenue, Shadowood Drive, Spinnaker Court, and Westwood Drive. Mature trees line most of the roads, and several cul-de-sacs keep through traffic low, a detail families with young kids tend to notice quickly.

The Homes in Cedar Forest

Cedar Forest is a single-family community that developed mainly from the late 1990s through the mid-2000s. Closed sales over the past 12 months show year-built dates of 1998 and 2005, and the broader neighborhood carries that same established character throughout.

Home styles lean Traditional and Cottage, and construction across the neighborhood is predominantly all-brick, which shows up in the low-maintenance exteriors and steady resale values. Recent listings and sales have included hardwood floors, stone fireplaces, updated kitchens, and refreshed decking, evidence that owners here have kept their homes current.

Square footage on recent sales ranged from 2,336 to 4,075 square feet, with 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3.5 bathrooms. Lot sizes run from around a quarter acre up to nearly three-quarters of an acre, with the larger lots typically on corners or cul-de-sacs. Cedar Forest has no HOA, which means no monthly dues and no association restrictions on exterior changes.

Cedar Forest Market Data

The table below reflects closed sales from the rolling 12-month period. Active listings and pending sales are excluded to keep the figures stable over time.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Cedar Forest

Recently Sold Homes in Cedar Forest

Amenities & Community Features

Cedar Forest has no HOA, so residents keep full control over landscaping, parking, and exterior updates without association fees or approval requirements. For buyers coming from HOA-heavy neighborhoods elsewhere, that flexibility stands out.

Barfield Crescent Park, one of the larger municipal parks in Middle Tennessee, is a short drive away with multi-use trails, disc golf, and open greenspace. The Stewart Creek Greenway ties into the broader trail network Smyrna has been expanding, and Sam Ridley Parkway puts shopping, dining, and entertainment within easy reach.

The Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport sits nearby, useful for frequent travelers or small aircraft owners. Smyrna is also home to a large Nissan manufacturing plant, which has been a steady economic anchor for the area and supports consistent employment across Rutherford County.

Schools Serving Cedar Forest

Cedar Forest is in Rutherford County, and homes here are zoned to Rutherford County Schools. Based on verified MLS data, current assignments include Rocky Fork Elementary School at the elementary level, with middle school split between Rocky Fork Middle School and Smyrna Middle School depending on the specific address. Smyrna High School serves the neighborhood at the high school level.

School assignments can change and vary by address, so buyers should confirm current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools before closing. Patrick’s team can help verify the exact assignment for any specific home in Cedar Forest.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru to Buy or Sell in Cedar Forest

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass, the #1 real estate team in Nashville and a top 10 team in Tennessee according to the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. Patrick has completed more than 1,100 transactions and over $500 million in residential sales across Middle Tennessee, and he has been named a Top Tennessee Agent by RealTrends six times running.

Across Smyrna, Compass agents represented 7.6% of closed sales citywide over the past 12 months, 77 of 1,015 transactions. That market presence gives Patrick’s buyers earlier access to off-market and coming-soon homes, and it gives sellers a wider pool of qualified buyers through Compass’s referral network and Three Phase Marketing Strategy.

For sellers, the Compass Three Phase Marketing Strategy is a proven advantage. You can read the full breakdown at nashvillehome.guru/sell-your-home-on-your-terms, but here is the framework:

Phase 1: Compass Private Exclusive. Your home is shown to Compass’s buyer network before it goes public, giving you real pricing feedback without days on market accumulating against you.

Phase 2: Compass Coming Soon. Your listing goes live on Compass.com to build pre-launch demand, before it shows any days on market or price history elsewhere.

Phase 3: Public Launch. Your home hits the MLS and every major platform with demand already built. Compass data shows pre-marketed homes close at 2.9% higher prices, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to need a price reduction.

Patrick’s team backs all of this up with 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews from clients across Rutherford County, a track record built on data-driven pricing and consistent follow-through from contract to closing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar Forest

What is the price range for homes in Cedar Forest?
Closed sales over the past 12 months ranged from $486,000 to $660,000, with a median of $573,000. Price per square foot on those sales ran from $162 to $208, reflecting differences in lot size, updates, and finish level from one home to the next.

When were the homes in Cedar Forest built?
The neighborhood developed mainly from the late 1990s through the mid-2000s. Recent closed sales show year-built dates of 1998 and 2005, giving Cedar Forest a mature, settled feel with established landscaping throughout.

Does Cedar Forest have an HOA?
No. There are no monthly or annual association dues and no HOA restrictions on parking, landscaping, or exterior changes. For buyers who want full control over their property without added fees, that is a real advantage.

What schools serve Cedar Forest?
Cedar Forest is zoned to Rutherford County Schools. Current MLS data shows Rocky Fork Elementary School at the elementary level, with middle school split between Rocky Fork Middle School and Smyrna Middle School depending on address, and Smyrna High School at the high school level. Buyers should confirm the exact zoning for any specific lot before closing.

What home styles and features are common in Cedar Forest?
Most homes are Traditional or Cottage style, with all-brick exteriors that hold up well over time. Recent sales have featured hardwood floors, stone fireplaces, updated kitchens, and refreshed decking, showing that owners have kept the housing stock current even as the neighborhood has matured.

How large are the lots in Cedar Forest?
Lot sizes range from around a quarter acre to nearly three-quarters of an acre, with the largest lots typically on corners or cul-de-sacs. That range gives buyers more flexibility than many newer Smyrna subdivisions, where lots tend to run smaller.

Is Cedar Forest a good fit for move-up buyers and families?
Yes. With homes typically in the $500K to $650K range, 3 to 4 bedrooms, and lots up to three-quarters of an acre, Cedar Forest fits families who have outgrown a starter home and want more space without leaving the Smyrna High School zone. The lack of HOA and the quiet, cul-de-sac layout are additional draws for buyers with kids.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Cedar Forest?
Patrick prices Cedar Forest listings using recent closed sales rather than broad Smyrna averages, since a neighborhood with a small sample of annual closings can be misread by automated tools. The most recent sale in the community closed at $486,000 for a 2,336 square foot home, well below the $660,000 sale for a 4,075 square foot home on a larger lot, a gap of over $170,000 driven almost entirely by square footage and lot size. Patrick, a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, uses that kind of comparable analysis to set realistic list prices and guide offers for buyers.

Who is the best realtor for Cedar Forest in Smyrna, TN?
Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently ranked among the top-performing teams in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee. Recognized six times as a Top Tennessee Agent by RealTrends, Patrick brings over $500 million in career sales volume, Compass’s 7.6% share of closed Smyrna sales, and 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews to every Cedar Forest transaction.

Can I access a Cedar Forest home before it hits Zillow?
Yes. Through Compass Private Exclusive, Patrick’s buyers can see Cedar Forest homes before they are publicly listed on the MLS or third-party sites, and Coming Soon listings appear on Compass.com ahead of public launch. There is no added cost to buyers for this access. Contact Patrick to get on the early notification list for Cedar Forest.

What is my Cedar Forest home worth in today’s market?
Automated home value tools tend to underperform in a neighborhood like Cedar Forest, where only a couple of homes close in a given year and construction quality, lot size, and updates vary widely between properties. That small comparable pool means an algorithm has little to work with. Use the Hifello tool above for a starting estimate, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a full Comparative Market Analysis based on your home’s specific condition and lot.

We’ve owned in Cedar Forest for years. How do we price it right when there are so few recent comps?
With only two closed sales in the past 12 months, an accurate Cedar Forest listing price depends on details a simple MLS search will not surface, all-brick construction, lot size and shape, and how recently the kitchen and baths have been updated. Patrick pulls comparable sales from surrounding Smyrna neighborhoods with similar construction and lot sizes to fill the gap, then adjusts for what makes each Cedar Forest home different. If you have owned here for years and are weighing a sale, a walkthrough with Patrick will give you a far more accurate number than an online estimate.

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