Highland Park

GALLATIN’S ESTABLISHED MID-CENTURY COMMUNITY

Location and Daily Life in Highland Park

Highland Park sits off Airport Road in Gallatin, TN 37066, with homes lined along Meadowview Drive in one of the city’s older established pockets. This is the heart of Sumner County’s fastest-growing city, yet the neighborhood holds onto the quiet, settled feel of a street where homes were built in the 1950s and families have stayed for the long haul.

Daily errands are simple from here. Gallatin Square, Publix, and the retail corridor along Nashville Pike and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard are all just minutes away, putting groceries, restaurants, and big-box retail within a short drive. Downtown Gallatin’s historic square, with its locally owned shops and dining, is close by. For commuters, Vietnam Veterans Parkway and Highway 109 connect quickly to Hendersonville, Goodlettsville, and downtown Nashville in roughly 35 to 40 minutes.

Old Hickory Lake is a short drive away, with public boat ramps, marinas, and waterfront recreation that newer subdivisions farther from the water cannot match. Bledsoe Creek State Park, the Station Camp Creek Greenway, and Gallatin’s municipal parks all sit within an easy drive, rounding out the outdoor options for residents of every age.

The Homes in Highland Park

Highland Park is a classic established Gallatin neighborhood. The homes are single-family residences typical of the city’s 1950s residential core, with cottage and ranch-style floor plans, brick and frame exteriors, and the kind of mature trees and settled landscaping that only decades of ownership produce. Square footage in the neighborhood generally runs from roughly 1,200 to 1,400 square feet, with 2- and 3-bedroom layouts being the most common.

Lot sizes are a real draw. Parcels here run around a third of an acre, with dimensions like 100×140 and 75×190 giving owners generous yards, room for covered patios and carports, and space that newer Gallatin subdivisions simply do not offer at this price point. Many homes have been updated over the years with refreshed kitchens, renovated bathrooms, new flooring, and newer roofs and mechanical systems, while keeping the solid construction of Gallatin’s older housing stock.

There is no HOA in Highland Park, which is a meaningful advantage for buyers who want the flexibility of homeownership without monthly dues or association restrictions. Owners have full control of their property from day one. With one home recently closed and another currently under contract on Meadowview Drive, the neighborhood is seeing steady buyer interest despite very limited inventory.

Highland Park Real Estate Market Data

The table below reflects closed sales in Highland Park over the rolling 12-month period. With a single closed sale in the data window and another home currently under contract, Highland Park is among Gallatin’s lowest-turnover established neighborhoods, where individual home condition, updates, and lot positioning drive pricing far more than broad averages.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Highland Park

Recently Sold Homes in Highland Park

Neighborhood Amenities

Highland Park is a residential neighborhood without a formal amenity package. There is no community pool, clubhouse, or HOA-maintained common area. What it offers instead is something newer subdivisions cannot replicate: established lots with real yard space, mature trees, and a central Gallatin location that puts everything else within a short drive.

The surrounding Gallatin area fills in the lifestyle picture. Old Hickory Lake is a short drive away, offering public boat ramps, marinas, and waterfront parks for boating, fishing, and kayaking. Bledsoe Creek State Park provides hiking, camping, and additional lake access on the eastern edge of the city. The Station Camp Creek Greenway and Drake Creek Greenway offer walking and cycling trails, and downtown Gallatin’s Veterans Memorial Park and Municipal Park host farmers markets, festivals, and community events throughout the year.

Schools Serving Highland Park

Highland Park is zoned to Sumner County Schools, one of the fastest-growing public school systems in Tennessee. Based on current MLS data for this neighborhood, the assigned schools are:

School assignments can change. Always verify current zoning directly with Sumner County Schools before making a purchase decision.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru in Highland Park?

Nashville Home Guru is part of Compass, the #1 residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. Following Compass’s merger with Parks Real Estate in 2024, the Compass network now handles roughly 1 in 4 homes sold in Tennessee. That reach shows up directly in Highland Park: Compass represented the most recent closed sale in the neighborhood, and in a community where only a home or two trades per year, Compass’s Coming Soon and Private Exclusive programs give buyers access to properties before they ever surface publicly.

Patrick Higgins is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and the founder of Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales across Middle Tennessee, Patrick tracks neighborhood-level data in Gallatin so clients always have an accurate picture of what homes are actually selling for. His 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews reflect what it looks like to work with someone who brings that data discipline to every transaction.

For Highland Park sellers, the Compass Three Phase Marketing Plan delivers results: homes sold through the program close for 2.9% more, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to need a price reduction compared to traditional listings. In a neighborhood where only a handful of homes trade per year, being positioned correctly from day one matters enormously. Learn more about Three Phase Marketing here.

Ryan Beals, a Hendersonville native and Gallatin resident, is the team’s Sumner County specialist. Ryan brings five years of sales and recruiting experience and the local knowledge that comes from living in this market, paired with the backing of the #1 team in Nashville.

Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Park in Gallatin, TN

Where is Highland Park located in Gallatin?

Highland Park is located off Airport Road in Gallatin, TN 37066, in Sumner County. Homes in the neighborhood are lined along Meadowview Drive, in one of Gallatin’s older established residential pockets. It is close to Gallatin Square, Publix, and the commercial corridors along Nashville Pike and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard.

What are homes selling for in Highland Park?

The most recent closed sale in Highland Park during the rolling 12-month period was $268,000 for a 1,216 square foot home, or about $220 per square foot. A second home on Meadowview Drive is currently under contract with a list price of $294,900. With such limited inventory, individual home condition and updates drive significant variation. For a current market analysis, contact Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718.

Does Highland Park have an HOA?

No. Based on MLS data for Highland Park, there is no homeowners association and no HOA fees. This is a meaningful advantage for buyers who want full flexibility in how they maintain and use their property, including parking boats or recreational vehicles, adding structures, or making exterior changes without approval requirements.

What type of homes are in Highland Park?

Highland Park consists of single-family homes built in the 1950s, with cottage and ranch-style floor plans in brick and frame construction. Homes generally range from about 1,200 to 1,400 square feet with 2 and 3 bedrooms. Lots are generous for the area, running roughly a third of an acre, with many homes featuring covered patios, carports, and updated kitchens and baths.

What schools serve Highland Park in Gallatin?

Highland Park is zoned for Sumner County Schools. Current assignments from MLS data are Vena Stuart Elementary, Rucker Stewart Middle, and Gallatin Senior High School. Always verify the specific assignment for your address directly with Sumner County Schools before purchasing, as zone boundaries can change.

When was Highland Park established and how big is it?

Highland Park dates to the early 1950s, with homes in the neighborhood built around 1952. It is a small, established community where homes rarely come to market. When one does, it tends to attract buyers who want an established central Gallatin location and real lot size at a price point well below what comparable space costs in newer subdivisions.

Is Highland Park close to Old Hickory Lake and parks?

Yes. Old Hickory Lake is a short drive from Highland Park, with public boat ramps, marinas, and waterfront parks for boating and fishing. Bledsoe Creek State Park to the east offers hiking, camping, and additional lake access, while the Station Camp Creek and Drake Creek Greenways and downtown Gallatin’s municipal parks are all within an easy drive.

Is Highland Park a good fit for first-time buyers or buyers seeking value in central Gallatin?

Highland Park is a strong fit for first-time buyers, downsizers, and value-focused buyers who want an established central Gallatin address without HOA fees. With the most recent home closing at $268,000 and a current listing at $294,900, the neighborhood offers an entry point well below Gallatin’s newer-construction price points, in a Vena Stuart and Gallatin High zoned location roughly 35 to 40 minutes from Nashville. The trade-off is limited inventory, so buyers should be ready to move quickly when a home becomes available.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Highland Park?

With just one closed sale in the rolling 12-month window, the usual approach of pulling a stack of comps and averaging them does not work in Highland Park. Patrick starts with a granular review of each transaction: the condition of the home, the lot, the updates, and the buyer’s financing. The gap between the $268,000 closed sale and the $294,900 home now under contract reflects exactly those variables. For sellers, getting the price right the first time matters more in a low-inventory neighborhood where the right buyer pool is limited. Patrick’s seven RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent designations reflect that pricing discipline. Call 615-682-1718 to talk through current conditions before listing or making an offer.

Who is the best real estate agent for Highland Park in Gallatin TN?

Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is consistently recognized among the top real estate agents serving Highland Park and the broader Gallatin market. He holds seven RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent designations, leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings, and has completed 1,100+ transactions across Middle Tennessee. Compass, the brokerage Patrick operates under, represented the most recent closed sale in Highland Park and is the #1 residential brokerage in the country by sales volume. His 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews reflect consistent client experience across buyer and seller transactions in Sumner County. Ryan Beals, a Gallatin resident, brings local market knowledge as the team’s Sumner County specialist. Reach Patrick at 615-682-1718.

Can I buy a Highland Park home before it hits Zillow?

In a neighborhood with only a home or two selling per year, pre-market access is especially valuable. As a Compass buyer’s agent, Patrick Higgins has access to Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listings that never appear on Zillow or the public MLS. The Private Exclusive program lets sellers market a home quietly within the Compass network, while the Coming Soon program builds buyer interest before a home goes live. Working with a Compass buyer’s agent gives you access to this pre-market inventory at no additional cost to the buyer. In a community where public inventory is scarce, that access often makes the difference. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to ask about current off-market opportunities in Highland Park and the surrounding Airport Road neighborhoods.

What is my Highland Park home worth in today’s market?

Automated tools like Zillow’s Zestimate consistently underperform in low-turnover neighborhoods like Highland Park. With only one sale in the most recent 12-month window, the algorithm has almost no local data to work with and tends to average against comps from surrounding neighborhoods with different construction eras, lot sizes, and home conditions. A renovated 1950s home on Meadowview Drive can be valued very differently from a comparable property a mile away, and automated tools rarely capture that nuance. For an instant starting point, use the home value tool below. For a full Comparative Market Analysis backed by direct RealTracs data, call Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718. Get your instant Highland Park home value estimate here.

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