Dogwood Villas

SMYRNA’S PREMIER ACTIVE ADULT 55+ COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

Dogwood Villas sits off Morton Road near Almaville Road in Smyrna, Tennessee, a fast-growing Rutherford County city roughly 25 miles southeast of downtown Nashville. The location gives residents easy access to I-24, placing both Nashville and Murfreesboro within a comfortable drive. Cedar Stone Park is practically at the neighborhood’s doorstep, adding trails and green space to the everyday routine.

Everyday errands are straightforward from this part of Smyrna. Grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and medical offices along Sam Ridley Parkway and Nissan Drive are all within a few minutes. The Smyrna Airport Greenway and Smyrna Public Library are also close by, and the broader Rutherford County healthcare corridor — including StoneCrest Medical Center — is easily reachable without getting on the interstate.

The community’s streets — Multrees Place and Byres Court — are quiet, sidewalk-lined, and designed for walkability. Underground utilities keep the streetscape clean, and the low-maintenance townhome format means residents can spend less time on upkeep and more time doing what they actually enjoy.

The Homes

Dogwood Villas was developed by Legacy South, a Smyrna-based homebuilder with a strong track record throughout Rutherford County. The community — formerly known as Stewarts Creek Cottages — is a purpose-built 55+ active adult community with a relatively small footprint, which keeps the neighborhood feeling intimate and well-maintained.

Homes are attached townhouse-style properties built in the traditional style, ranging from approximately 1,448 to 2,036 square feet. Floor plans include one-level and two-story configurations, and all closed sales recorded 2-car garages. Bedrooms range from 2 to 3, and bathrooms from 2 to 3 full baths — with no half baths in the data set, reflecting the clean, simplified layout favored by most active adult buyers.

Interior finishes are well above the baseline for this price point. Known features include crown molding, open floor plans, designer kitchens with full-overlay cabinetry and granite countertops, stainless Whirlpool appliances with vent hoods, and luxury primary baths with oversized tile. Built-in mudroom benches with cubbies are a thoughtful detail that shows up in multiple units. The construction period spans 2022 through 2026, meaning even the oldest homes are very recently built with modern materials and energy efficiency standards.

Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Dogwood Villas

Recently Sold Homes in Dogwood Villas

Amenities

Dogwood Villas is built around the idea that 55+ living should be active, social, and low-effort. The community amenities include pickleball courts, a pavilion, and a fire pit — a combination that encourages both daily activity and neighborhood connection without the bloat of a resort-style community you’ll rarely use.

Underground utilities keep the streetscape clean and storm-resilient. Sidewalks throughout the development support walkability at a pace that suits active adult living. The HOA — running between $200 and $225 per month — covers exterior maintenance items, keeping lawns and common areas tidy so residents aren’t spending weekends on yard work.

Beyond the neighborhood itself, Cedar Stone Park is immediately adjacent, providing additional trails, open fields, and greenway access. Smyrna’s parks system has expanded significantly in recent years, and this location puts Dogwood Villas residents within easy reach of several of the best recreational options in Rutherford County.

Schools

Dogwood Villas falls within Rutherford County Schools, verified from MLS data. The assigned schools are Stewarts Creek Elementary School, Stewarts Creek Middle School, and Stewarts Creek High School — all part of the Stewarts Creek feeder pattern, which serves the western Smyrna and La Vergne corridor of Rutherford County.

Because Dogwood Villas is a 55+ community, many buyers purchasing here do not have school-age children at home. However, school district quality directly affects resale value, and Rutherford County Schools consistently outperforms the state average on key academic metrics. For buyers with grandchildren in the area or anyone tracking long-term equity, this is a meaningful consideration.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

Over the rolling 12-month period covered by this data set, none of the 6 closed sales in Dogwood Villas involved a Compass or Parks agent. That may sound like a limitation, but it actually represents an opportunity. When a Compass buyer’s agent brings an offer in a community where most listings come through boutique local brokerages, you get a level of professionalism, marketing resources, and negotiating leverage that is hard to match.

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass, 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 across Tennessee. Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee according to the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings, with more than 1,100 transactions and $500 million in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee.

For buyers, Compass’s national network means access to coming-soon listings, Compass Private Exclusive properties, and the largest referral and relocation network in real estate. For active adult buyers relocating from another state or moving from a larger home in the Nashville metro, that access to off-market inventory can be the difference between finding the right home and settling for what happens to be listed that week.

For sellers, Compass’s Three Phase Marketing Strategy is a genuine advantage in a community where resale is just beginning to take shape. The strategy works like this: Phase 1 is the Compass Private Exclusive, where your home is marketed to a select audience to test price and gather feedback before going public. Phase 2 is Compass Coming Soon, where your listing appears on Compass.com and drives buyer interest before days-on-market or price history become visible. Phase 3 is the full public launch on MLS and all third-party sites, with demand already built. Learn more about selling on your terms here.

Compass data shows that pre-marketed homes sell for 2.9% more, go to contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to experience a price reduction. In a newer community like Dogwood Villas where comps are still being established, that kind of pre-launch positioning matters more than in a fully mature neighborhood.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dogwood Villas

What is the price range for homes in Dogwood Villas?

Based on the 12-month rolling sales period captured in this data, closed sales in Dogwood Villas ranged from $344,000 to $439,500, with a median sale price of $358,500. The community offers one of the more attainable entry points for new construction active adult living in Rutherford County, particularly given the quality of Legacy South’s finishes and the low-maintenance townhome format.

Who built the homes in Dogwood Villas?

Dogwood Villas was built by Legacy South, a homebuilder headquartered in Smyrna with a portfolio concentrated in Rutherford County. Legacy South also operates a brokerage arm (Legacy South Brokerage) that handles many of the new construction sales directly. The community was originally platted under the name Stewarts Creek Cottages before being rebranded to Dogwood Villas.

What are the HOA fees in Dogwood Villas?

HOA fees in Dogwood Villas run between $200 and $225 per month, or approximately $2,400 to $2,700 per year, based on closed sales data from RealTracs MLS. Fees are assessed monthly and typically cover exterior maintenance and common area upkeep. Verify current fee amounts and inclusions directly with the HOA or Legacy South Brokerage before closing, as these figures can change.

What is the age requirement to live in Dogwood Villas?

Dogwood Villas is a 55+ community, meaning at least one occupant in each home must be 55 years of age or older to qualify as a resident under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA). Younger family members or guests may visit, but the community is specifically designed and regulated for active adult living. Confirm the exact occupancy rules with the HOA before purchasing.

What schools serve Dogwood Villas?

Dogwood Villas falls within Rutherford County Schools. The assigned schools are Stewarts Creek Elementary School, Stewarts Creek Middle School, and Stewarts Creek High School. While most Dogwood Villas buyers are not purchasing for school proximity, these assignments affect property values and may matter to buyers tracking resale potential or purchasing on behalf of a family member.

Does Dogwood Villas have a pool?

Dogwood Villas does not include a pool based on available MLS data. The community’s amenities include pickleball courts, a pavilion, a fire pit, sidewalks, and underground utilities. Buyers looking for a pool-equipped 55+ community in the Smyrna area should discuss alternatives with a Nashville Home Guru agent, as several comparable active adult communities in Rutherford County offer pool access.

What type of buyer is Dogwood Villas best suited for?

Dogwood Villas is an ideal fit for active adults 55 and over who want a newer home with quality finishes, minimal yard maintenance, and a tight-knit community atmosphere — without paying resort-community prices. The community draws downsizers from larger Rutherford County homes, retirees relocating from more expensive metro areas, and active adults who want the convenience of Smyrna’s location with the simplicity of attached townhome living. It also appeals to buyers who want the reassurance of new or near-new construction without the uncertainty of a large unfinished development.

Why should I work with Nashville Home Guru to buy or sell in Dogwood Villas?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass bring local market expertise, a data-driven approach, and the resources of the nation’s top brokerage to every transaction. For buyers, that means access to Compass Private Exclusives and Coming Soon listings that never hit Zillow or Realtor.com. For sellers, the Three Phase Marketing Strategy consistently produces better results than a standard MLS launch. Patrick carries 1,100+ transactions and $500 million in career sales across Middle Tennessee, and the team holds the #1 ranking in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee per Wall Street Journal RealTrends. In a smaller community like Dogwood Villas where every comparable sale matters, that depth of market knowledge directly translates to better outcomes at the negotiating table.

Who is the best realtor for Dogwood Villas in Smyrna TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently ranked among the top real estate teams in Middle Tennessee, including the Smyrna and Rutherford County market. Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in the state by Wall Street Journal rankings, with more than $500 million in career residential sales. For buyers and sellers in Dogwood Villas specifically, the team’s familiarity with the Stewarts Creek corridor, active adult community dynamics, and Legacy South product makes them a strong first call.

Can I access off-market homes in Dogwood Villas?

In a small, newer community like Dogwood Villas, off-market and pre-market inventory is particularly valuable because the public listing count is limited. Through Compass’s Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs, Nashville Home Guru clients sometimes gain access to homes before they appear on Zillow or Realtor.com. While inventory specifically within Dogwood Villas shifts based on what owners decide to list, working with a Compass buyer’s agent gives you a meaningful advantage over buyers relying solely on the public MLS feed. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to discuss what may be available.

How do I find out what my home in Dogwood Villas is worth?

The fastest way to get a current value estimate for your Dogwood Villas townhome is through the Nashville Home Guru home value tool at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com. Because Dogwood Villas is a newer community with a relatively small number of closed sales on record, automated estimates from Zillow or Redfin can be significantly off. A conversation with Patrick’s team — who tracks RealTracs MLS data on a rolling basis — will give you a more accurate picture of where your home sits in the current market.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Buyers exploring Dogwood Villas often compare it with nearby Smyrna communities. Amberton and Bankside are established neighborhoods in close proximity offering single-family homes at a range of price points. Blakeney and Cedar Hills offer a mix of traditional and newer homes within the same school feeder pattern. Derby Run and Westover round out this corridor of western Smyrna with well-maintained family-focused communities that have held value well in recent years.

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