Chestnut Hill

ALL-BRICK HOMES ON LARGE LOTS OFF JOE B JACKSON PARKWAY

Location & Daily Life

Chestnut Hill is a single-family community located off Joe B Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro, TN 37127, in Rutherford County. Streets in the neighborhood include Berry Hill Drive, Country Farm Road, and Willow Hill Circle. The Joe B Jackson corridor sits in the southern reach of Murfreesboro, a part of the county that balances a quieter, more open setting with quick access to the city’s main routes.

Joe B Jackson Parkway connects directly to Interstate 24, which makes Chestnut Hill a practical choice for commuters heading toward Nashville or Murfreesboro’s employment centers. Everyday shopping, dining, and services along South Church Street and Old Fort Parkway are a short drive north, and the broader conveniences of Murfreesboro are close at hand while the neighborhood itself keeps a more spacious, residential feel.

The Homes

The newer phase of Chestnut Hill, off Joe B Jackson Parkway, features all-brick single-family homes built around 2016, a finish that delivers both curb appeal and long-term durability. These are not compact starter footprints: homes here run roughly 2,600 to 2,700 square feet, typically with three bedrooms, two full baths, and a half bath, along with the flexible bonus space that larger floor plans allow.

The real standout is land. Lots in Chestnut Hill range from about a third of an acre to nearly a full acre, an unusually generous spread for a Murfreesboro subdivision and a clear draw for buyers who want real outdoor space. Just as important for the budget, Chestnut Hill has no HOA, so there are no monthly or annual association dues to factor into the cost of ownership. All-brick construction, big lots, and no HOA is an increasingly rare combination in a market dominated by denser new construction.

Chestnut Hill Homes at a Glance

Chestnut Hill is a small community that trades infrequently, and no homes closed in the rolling 12-month period. Rather than a sales summary, the table below profiles the homes themselves, drawn from current and recent MLS listings. For pricing, the active and recently sold listings below and a conversation about the nearest comparables are the best starting point.

Home details compiled from RealTracs MLS listings. No closed sales recorded in the rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Chestnut Hill

Recently Sold Homes in Chestnut Hill

Amenities

Chestnut Hill is a residential neighborhood without a formal amenity package, pool, or clubhouse, and the absence of an HOA reflects that model: lower ongoing costs and larger private yards in exchange for resort-style shared amenities. For many buyers in this part of the county, the generous lots are the amenity, offering room for gardens, play space, outbuildings, or simply privacy that compact subdivisions cannot match.

The surrounding area provides plenty of recreation. Barfield Crescent Park, one of Murfreesboro’s largest green spaces, is a reasonable drive and offers trails, disc golf, and sports fields across hundreds of acres. For day-to-day needs, the South Church Street and Old Fort Parkway corridors put groceries, dining, and Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital within a short drive, with quick Interstate 24 access from Joe B Jackson Parkway.

Schools

Chestnut Hill sits entirely within Rutherford County and is served by Rutherford County Schools, one of the larger and well-resourced districts in Middle Tennessee. Based on current MLS listings for the Joe B Jackson section of Chestnut Hill, the assigned schools are Plainview Elementary School, Christiana Middle School, and Riverdale High School. Riverdale High is a large comprehensive high school with strong athletic programs and a broad range of academic offerings. Because school assignments can vary by section and change over time, confirm the current zoning for any specific home directly with Rutherford County Schools before you make an offer.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

In a small, low-turnover neighborhood like Chestnut Hill, where no homes have closed recently and the nearest comparables sit in surrounding subdivisions, accurate pricing takes real local knowledge rather than an automated estimate. Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass, ranked number one in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews from clients across Rutherford County, the team’s track record is well documented, and Murfreesboro specialists Ashley Cherry and Larissa Farley round out the local team.

Compass is the number one 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, which gives buyers access to coming-soon listings and private exclusives and gives sellers an unmatched marketing platform. For sellers, the Compass Three Phase Marketing Strategy begins with a Private Exclusive phase to test pricing with a select audience, moves to a Coming Soon launch on Compass.com where buyers find your home without triggering days-on-market or price-history clocks, then executes a full public launch with demand already built. Compass data shows pre-marketed homes sell for 2.9% more, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to require a price reduction. You can also review the team’s full Murfreesboro home-selling strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chestnut Hill

What kind of homes are in Chestnut Hill?
The newer phase of Chestnut Hill off Joe B Jackson Parkway features all-brick single-family homes built around 2016, generally three bedrooms with two full baths and a half bath in roughly 2,600 to 2,700 square feet. The community also includes some older established homes. All-brick construction, larger floor plans, and big lots are the defining traits here.

How large are the lots in Chestnut Hill?
Lots are notably large for Murfreesboro, ranging from about a third of an acre to nearly a full acre. That kind of land is increasingly rare in newer Murfreesboro subdivisions and is one of the main reasons buyers seek out this neighborhood.

Does Chestnut Hill have an HOA?
No. Chestnut Hill has no homeowners association, so there are no monthly or annual HOA dues. For budget-conscious buyers, the combination of no HOA fees, all-brick homes, and large lots makes Chestnut Hill an appealing alternative to amenity-driven communities that carry ongoing costs.

What schools serve Chestnut Hill?
Chestnut Hill is served by Rutherford County Schools. Based on current listings for the Joe B Jackson section, the assigned schools are Plainview Elementary School, Christiana Middle School, and Riverdale High School. Because assignments can vary by section and change over time, always confirm current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools.

Where is Chestnut Hill located in Murfreesboro?
Chestnut Hill is in southern Murfreesboro, off Joe B Jackson Parkway in the 37127 zip code, with streets including Berry Hill Drive, Country Farm Road, and Willow Hill Circle. The Joe B Jackson corridor connects directly to Interstate 24, giving residents quick access to Murfreesboro’s employment centers and the broader Nashville metro.

What type of buyer is Chestnut Hill best suited for?
Chestnut Hill is a strong fit for buyers who want a larger all-brick home on real acreage without HOA dues. It appeals to move-up buyers who need space, families drawn to the Rutherford County school assignment and the Riverdale High zone, and commuters who value the direct I-24 access from Joe B Jackson Parkway. Buyers who prefer room to spread out over a compact new-construction lot are the natural fit here.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Chestnut Hill?
Because no homes have closed in Chestnut Hill recently, a reliable price comes from carefully selected comparables in the surrounding Joe B Jackson neighborhoods and similar all-brick, large-lot homes nearby, not a broad zip-code average. Patrick builds that comparable set directly, and for sellers pairs it with a preparation and marketing plan suited to the home’s size, lot, and finish level. As a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with 1,100+ career transactions, his pricing work is grounded in how these specific homes actually sell.

Who is the best real estate agent for Chestnut Hill in Murfreesboro TN?
Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently recognized as top producers in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent who leads the number one team in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee per Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings, with $500M+ in career residential sales, 100+ Google Reviews, and 87 Zillow Reviews. The team’s deep familiarity with the 37127 zip code and Compass’s reach after its merger with Parks Real Estate make them a go-to choice for buyers and sellers in Chestnut Hill and the Joe B Jackson corridor.

Can I buy a Chestnut Hill home before it hits Zillow?
Sometimes, yes. Through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs, the Nashville Home Guru team has access to homes being prepared for market before they go live on the public MLS. In a neighborhood this small, where a home may come up only rarely, that early access can be the difference between getting in and missing out. Working with a Compass buyer’s agent costs you nothing, since the seller pays agent commissions. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to ask about current opportunities in the 37127 area.

What is my Chestnut Hill home worth in today’s market?
With no recent closed sales inside Chestnut Hill, automated tools like Zillow’s Zestimate are especially unreliable here, because there is little comparable data for them to draw on. Start with an instant Chestnut Hill home value estimate, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a full pricing analysis built from the nearest comparable sales and adjusted for your home’s size, lot, and condition.

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