Cottonwood Estates

FRANKLIN TN 37069 | FASTEST-MOVING COMMUNITY IN SOUTH FRANKLIN | 4-DAY MEDIAN DOM | $949K MEDIAN

Location and Daily Life in Cottonwood Estates

Cottonwood Estates sits off Hillsboro Road in Franklin’s 37069 zip code — the fastest-moving established community in all of south Franklin, with a 4-day median DOM on 14 closed sales rolling 12 months. The entrance from South Berry’s Chapel Road leads into a neighborhood that looks and feels nothing like a typical suburban development. Mature trees canopy the streets, lots run 0.24 to 0.37 acres — meaningfully larger than newer Franklin subdivisions — and the pace is noticeably slower than what you find in the newer communities five miles north.

The location is hard to beat for daily life. Hillsboro Road connects you to downtown Franklin in about 10 minutes heading south, and 15 to 20 minutes north puts you in Green Hills. Cool Springs is a short drive east on Mack Hatcher Memorial Parkway. The Williamson County Recreation Center is five minutes south on Hillsboro Road. Walnut Grove Elementary is zoned for the neighborhood and is close enough that many families walk or bike — the kind of walkability that newer, more spread-out subdivisions at this price point cannot match.

The neighborhood has over 100 acres of common green space and an active social calendar that lives up to the word “community.” The annual 4th of July parade and fireworks show is a highlight, and you will regularly see neighbors at the pool, on the tennis courts, or gathered at the clubhouse for HOA events. Cottonwood Estates has the rare combination of established character, resort amenities, and walkable schools — all at a 37069 zip code address feeding 100% into Franklin High School.

The Homes

Cottonwood Estates was established in the mid-1970s with design inspiration drawn from Colonial Williamsburg — brick and brick-and-siding exteriors, colonial proportions, and a consistency that has aged well over nearly 50 years. All 484 single-family homes were built between 1975 and 1984. Year built for closed sales rolling 12 months: 1975 to 1984, with median square footage of 2,607 across a range of 2,365 to 3,350. The community is fully built out with no new construction — every transaction is a resale.

Four bedrooms is the dominant configuration, accounting for 11 of the 14 recent closed sales. Three-bedroom homes make up the other 3. Center-hall colonial layouts, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplaces, and two-car attached garages are common features throughout. Because these homes are 40 to 50 years old, buyers will find a wide range of conditions — from fully renovated with modern kitchens and updated systems to original-condition homes ready for a buyer’s own vision. That condition variance is part of the pricing story: the $725,000 to $1,155,000 range in recent sales reflects real product differences, not noise.

Cottonwood Estates Market Data

Cottonwood Estates is the fastest-moving established community in the 37069 zip code — 4-day median DOM on 14 closed sales, with 57% going under contract in 6 days or fewer and 5 selling on Day 0. Zero active listings with 2 under contract at the time of this update. Every data point below comes directly from RealTracs MLS closed transactions, rolling 12 months through May 2026.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period through May 2026.

Why Cottonwood Estates Is the Fastest Community in 37069

The 4-day median DOM is not a fluke of a small sample. 5 of 14 closings went under contract on Day 0. 8 of 14 (57%) went under contract within 6 days. Only 2 of 14 (14%) sat 30 days or longer — and both of those reflect the condition premium story rather than a demand problem. The $850,000 sale at 49 days and the $977,500 sale at 46 days were both original-condition or partially renovated homes where buyers needed time to work through inspection-based pricing decisions. The 8 homes that cleared in 6 days or fewer were updated properties at or above the $949,250 median.

Cottonwood Estates is the fastest-moving established community in 37069, faster than Fieldstone Farms (10-day median DOM), Temple Hills (14-day), and Legends Ridge (20-day). The buyer who wants an updated home at the $949,250 median in a Colonial Williamsburg-character neighborhood with walkable schools and 100 acres of amenities is a specific, prepared buyer — and there are enough of them that correctly priced Cottonwood Estates homes do not last the week they launch.

The implication for buyers: with zero active listings and 2 under contract, anyone currently searching for a Cottonwood Estates home is relying on what enters the market next. Pre-market registration with a Compass agent is the most practical tool available. Call 615-682-1718 to register for advance notice before any new listing appears.

Active Homes for Sale in Cottonwood Estates

Zero active listings as of this update, 2 under contract. New listings are tracked in real time below. Call 615-682-1718 for pre-market access before public listing.

Recently Sold Homes in Cottonwood Estates

Amenities

Cottonwood Estates has one of the most complete amenity packages of any established Franklin neighborhood — and it is a large part of why families stay here for decades. The community sits on over 100 acres of common green space, which is extraordinary for a neighborhood this close to downtown Franklin and this price point.

The Olympic-size swimming pool is the centerpiece of summer, home to the Cottonwood Pirates Swim Team and serving as the social hub from May through September. The pool area sits adjacent to the clubhouse at 180 Cottonwood Drive, which hosts HOA meetings, neighborhood events, and private resident rentals. Tennis and pickleball courts, a disc golf course winding through the common areas, open soccer fields, a playground, and walking trails connecting the wooded sections round out the package. HOA dues of $84 to $92 per month are remarkably reasonable given the scope — and they are managed by Acclaimed Property Management, which has maintained architectural controls that have kept the neighborhood looking sharp for nearly 50 years.

The neighborhood’s social programming sets it apart from most established communities. The annual 4th of July parade and fireworks show, seasonal events, neighborhood-wide garage sales, and regular clubhouse gatherings keep the community genuinely connected. In Cottonwood Estates, your neighbors actually know your name.

Schools Serving Cottonwood Estates

Elementary: Walnut Grove Elementary served all 14 closed Cottonwood Estates sales rolling 12 months — 100% of the community. The school is close enough for many families to walk or bike, a genuine quality-of-life advantage that newer subdivisions at this price point cannot match.

Middle School: Grassland Middle School. Well-regarded within Williamson County Schools and a short drive from the neighborhood.

High School: Franklin High School served all 14 closed sales — 100% of the community. Franklin High is one of Williamson County’s original high schools with strong academics, AP offerings, and competitive athletics. Cottonwood Estates is part of zip code 37069 where 99.3% of all sales feed into Franklin High — the most consistent high school zone of any Franklin zip code. Verify current assignments for any specific address. Call 615-682-1718.

Why Patrick Higgins Is the Best Realtor for Cottonwood Estates

Compass and Parks represented 42.9% of Cottonwood Estates transactions rolling 12 months — 6 of 14 closed sales, with 4 on the listing side and 3 on the buying side. Patrick Higgins leads Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales. In a community where 5 of 14 homes sell on Day 0, the agent who understands the condition-vs-price dynamic — and who can accurately call which renovation tier unlocks the fast-lane buyer pool vs the 46-day buyer pool — is the pricing advantage that puts money in sellers’ pockets.

For sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers 2.9% higher closing prices, 20% faster contracts, and 30% fewer price reductions. On the $949,250 Cottonwood Estates median, 2.9% is $27,528. In a 4-day DOM market, the pre-market Private Exclusive phase is the mechanism that lets a correctly priced Cottonwood home reach the prepared buyer who has been watching before any public days-on-market clock starts. Learn more about selling your home on your terms.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cottonwood Estates

Who is the best real estate agent for Cottonwood Estates Franklin TN?

Patrick Higgins at Nashville Home Guru and Compass. Compass represented 42.9% of Cottonwood Estates transactions rolling 12 months (6 of 14). In a community where 57% of homes sell in 6 days or fewer and 5 sold on Day 0, the agent who knows the exact condition tier that unlocks the fast-lane buyer vs the 46-day buyer is the seller’s most valuable tool. Patrick is ranked #1 Nashville, #7 Tennessee WSJ RealTrends, 1,100+ transactions, $500M+ career sales, and the confirmed best listing agent in Franklin by verified RealTrends data. Call 615-682-1718.

I want an established Franklin home near $1M with walkable schools, large lots, and resort amenities — is Cottonwood Estates the right fit?

Cottonwood Estates is the strongest answer to that specific brief in the 37069 zip code. $949,250 median, 4-day DOM, 100 acres of common green space, Walnut Grove Elementary walkable, Franklin High School for all 14 recent sales (100%), and Colonial Williamsburg character that no new construction community replicates. Lots of 0.24 to 0.37 acres are larger than most newer Franklin subdivisions at the same price point. The Olympic-size pool and full amenity package justify the $84 to $92 monthly HOA without question.

The operational challenge: with zero active listings and a 4-day DOM on the homes that do appear, you cannot approach Cottonwood Estates as a casual search. The buyer who succeeds here has decided on the community before any specific listing appears and has a Compass agent registered for pre-market notifications. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to get on the advance notice list.

I’m thinking about selling my Cottonwood Estates home — 5 homes sold on Day 0, so why do I need an agent at all?

The 5 Day 0 sales are the most persuasive argument for using a great agent, not against it. Here is what the data actually shows: those 5 Day 0 closings and 3 more within 6 days share a single common factor — they were updated homes priced at or above the $949,250 median at $349 PPSF. The 2 homes that sat 46 and 49 days were at $977,500 and $850,000 respectively, both in lower-renovation condition. The difference between a Day 0 contract and a 46-day sit is not the market — it is the pricing strategy for your specific condition tier in your specific renovation bracket.

The agent you want for Cottonwood Estates is the one who can tell you specifically: based on your square footage, renovation level, lot position, and the 14 closed comps from the past 12 months, here is the price that puts you in the Day 0 buyer’s range vs the buyer who takes 46 days. That is a condition-adjusted RealTracs analysis, not a Zillow estimate. Then the Compass Private Exclusive pre-launch reaches 42.9% of the buyer pool before your DOM clock starts. 2.9% on the $949,250 median is $27,528. Call 615-682-1718 before you decide anything about list price, timing, or preparation.

How does Cottonwood Estates compare to Fieldstone Farms and Temple Hills — which community is right for my family?

Three distinct community profiles at three distinct price points. Cottonwood Estates: 14 closings, $949,250 median, 4-day DOM — 484 homes on generous lots with 100 acres of green space, walkable Walnut Grove Elementary, and Colonial character. Fieldstone Farms: 77 closings, $682,000 median, 10-day DOM — Franklin’s largest community, the widest price range from $385K to $1.75M, multiple pools, and 2,137 homes across 25-plus sections. Temple Hills: 22 closings, $984,000 median, 14-day DOM — custom and semi-custom homes with a clubhouse and pool, newer construction than Cottonwood, prestige south Franklin address.

The right choice depends on your priorities. Walkable schools and 100-acre green space at a $949K median: Cottonwood Estates. The widest entry-to-luxury range with maximum community scale: Fieldstone Farms. Newer construction with custom finishes near $1M: Temple Hills. All three feed 100% into Franklin High School. Call 615-682-1718 to compare active and pre-market listings across all three before your first tour.

How do I buy a home in Cottonwood Estates when there are zero active listings and 57% sell in 6 days?

With zero active listings and a 4-day median DOM, the buyer strategy for Cottonwood Estates is entirely pre-market oriented. Compass Private Exclusives surface homes to the Compass agent network before any public listing appears. With 42.9% Compass share in Cottonwood Estates, the pre-market network has direct reach into nearly half of all transactions in the community. Buyers registered with Patrick for Cottonwood Estates get advance notification before the public DOM clock starts — which is the only way to beat the buyers who will otherwise see the same listing at the same time on Day 0 and trigger a multiple-offer situation within hours. Call 615-682-1718 to register for pre-market Cottonwood Estates access.

What is my Cottonwood Estates home worth in the current market?

The Zillow estimate for your Cottonwood Estates home is built on 14 closed sales ranging from $725,000 to $1,155,000 — a $430,000 spread driven almost entirely by renovation level, not location. A fully renovated 2,600 square foot home clears near $1M to $1.15M. An original-condition 2,600 square foot home on the same street clears closer to $725,000 to $850,000. Zillow cannot distinguish between these two products at the community level. A condition-adjusted RealTracs comp analysis can. The starting point is the Hifello estimate below — but the number that actually matters for your pricing decision is the section-specific, renovation-adjusted comp that Patrick can produce from the 14 closed transactions. Call 615-682-1718.

What is the price range for homes in Cottonwood Estates Franklin TN?

Based on 14 closed sales rolling 12 months through May 2026: $725,000 to $1,155,000 with a $949,250 median and $946,196 average at $349 median PPSF and 2,607 sq ft median. The $430,000 spread reflects condition variance — fully renovated homes clear near the top of the range, original-condition or partially updated homes clear near the bottom. 4-day median DOM overall; 2 homes sat 46 and 49 days both in lower-renovation condition. Data from RealTracs MLS. Call 615-682-1718 for a condition-adjusted analysis.

What are the HOA fees in Cottonwood Estates and what do they include?

HOA fees run $84 to $92 per month (avg $88) based on recent closed transactions, paid monthly. This covers maintenance of over 100 acres of common green space, the Olympic-size community pool, clubhouse at 180 Cottonwood Drive, tennis and pickleball courts, disc golf course, soccer fields, playground, walking trails, and community events including the annual 4th of July celebration. The HOA is professionally managed by Acclaimed Property Management with architectural controls maintained for nearly 50 years. Verify current dues for any specific listing during due diligence. Call 615-682-1718.

What schools serve Cottonwood Estates?

Walnut Grove Elementary (all 14 of 14 recent sales — 100%), Grassland Middle School, and Franklin High School (all 14 of 14 — 100%). All Williamson County Schools, ranked the top district in Tennessee. Walnut Grove Elementary is walkable from much of the community. Franklin High served every Cottonwood Estates closed sale in the dataset. Cottonwood is part of 37069 where 99.3% of all zip code sales feed into Franklin High — the most consistent high school zone in Franklin. Verify current assignments for specific addresses. Call 615-682-1718.

How many homes are in Cottonwood Estates and what is the history of the neighborhood?

Cottonwood Estates has 484 single-family homes on 800-plus acres including over 100 acres of protected common green space. The community was established in the mid-1970s with design inspiration from Colonial Williamsburg and built entirely between 1975 and 1984. It is fully built out with no new construction — every transaction is a resale. The neighborhood is served by Acclaimed Property Management and has maintained its architectural standards continuously for nearly 50 years. The combination of lot size (0.24 to 0.37 acres), mature trees, and green space is not replicable at this price point in south Franklin. Call 615-682-1718.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Exploring Cottonwood Estates? These nearby south Franklin communities are worth comparing:
Fieldstone Farms,
Hillsboro Cove,
Legends Ridge,
River Landing,
Hidden River,
Lockwood Glen,
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