Hill Estates

FRANKLIN’S ESTABLISHED RANCH-AND-COTTAGE COMMUNITY OFF LIBERTY PIKE

Location and Daily Life in Hill Estates

Hill Estates sits just off Liberty Pike on the east side of Franklin, inside the 37064 zip code. The neighborhood is laid out across a quiet grid of tree-named streets including Ash Drive, Cherry Drive, Chestnut Lane, Maple Drive, Oak Drive, and Walnut Drive. Lots are flat and walkable, mature hardwoods line the streets, and through-traffic stays on Liberty Pike rather than cutting through the subdivision.

Daily life here looks like a settled, owner-occupied Franklin pocket. Residents walk to the Liberty Pike trailhead, ride bikes to neighboring streets, and head into Historic Downtown Franklin in roughly seven to ten minutes for Main Street, Public Square, the Franklin Theatre, and Pinkerton Park. Cool Springs and I-65 access via Mack Hatcher Parkway are about ten minutes east, which keeps commutes to Brentwood and downtown Nashville practical for working buyers.

The Homes in Hill Estates

Hill Estates is an established Franklin community built in the mid-1960s through the early 1970s. Most homes are one-story brick or brick-and-siding ranches and cottages between 1,000 and 2,200 square feet, with three to four bedrooms, one to three bathrooms, and quarter-acre lots in the 0.25 to 0.29 acre range. Floor plans are simple, livable, and easy to renovate, which is why Hill Estates has steadily attracted buyers updating kitchens, baths, flooring, and exterior elevations over the past several years.

Recent improvements seen on closed Hill Estates sales include luxury vinyl plank flooring, white-and-stone kitchens, primary suite expansions, added second bathrooms, and reworked back-yard outdoor living. Several properties have been resold within twelve to twenty-four months at meaningfully higher prices following targeted renovations, which is consistent with the pricing pattern seen in similar mid-century Franklin pockets along Liberty Pike. There is no HOA, which gives owners flexibility on additions, fences, sheds, and parking.

Hill Estates Market Data

The table below reflects Hill Estates closed sales over the rolling 12-month period.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Hill Estates homes have generally sold faster than the broader Franklin city average, with most closed transactions reaching contract inside the first month on market when priced accurately to renovation level. The gap between the lowest and highest closed sale price is wide (from $270,000 to $700,000), driven almost entirely by the level of interior updates, primary-suite expansions, and added bathrooms. That spread is why pricing strategy matters more in Hill Estates than in a uniformly built community.

Active Homes for Sale in Hill Estates

Recently Sold Homes in Hill Estates

Hill Estates Amenities and Surroundings

Hill Estates does not have a community pool, clubhouse, or paid amenity package. The amenity is the location: walkable streets, a quiet grid layout off Liberty Pike, and quick access to Franklin’s downtown core. Within a five to ten minute drive of the neighborhood, residents have access to Pinkerton Park, the Liberty Pike greenway, Harlinsdale Farm, the Williamson County Recreation Complex, Downtown Franklin’s Main Street, the Franklin Theatre, and Public Square restaurants and events.

For everyday errands, Liberty Pike connects directly to Mack Hatcher Parkway and Franklin Road, putting grocery, pharmacy, dining, and Cool Springs retail within roughly ten minutes of the neighborhood.

Hill Estates Schools

Hill Estates is zoned to Williamson County Schools, regularly ranked among the top public school districts in Tennessee. Per current MLS data, the assigned schools for Hill Estates are:

Elementary: Liberty Elementary School
Middle: Freedom Middle School
High School: Centennial High School

School zone lines can change. Always verify the assigned schools for a specific Hill Estates address with Williamson County Schools before writing an offer.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Hill Estates is a renovation-driven Franklin market where pricing and positioning carry more weight than square footage alone. Two homes on the same street can trade $200,000 to $300,000 apart based purely on kitchen, bath, and primary-suite updates. Mass-market valuation tools (Zillow Zestimate, Redfin estimate) consistently miss this kind of micro-market because they cannot see condition or finish level inside the home. Pricing accuracy in Hill Estates comes down to working with an agent who has been inside the comparable homes and tracks every closed sale in 37064.

In Franklin’s 37064 zip code, Compass and Parks agents represented approximately 41 percent of all closed home sales over the past 12 months, with 570 of 1,388 transactions involving a Compass or Parks agent on either the listing or buying side. That depth of representation matters in markets like Hill Estates where pre-market visibility, qualified buyer flow, and renovation-aware pricing make the difference between a $480,000 sale and a $605,000 sale on the same floor plan.

Nashville Home Guru is a data-driven team led by Patrick Higgins, a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, ranked the number one team in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in residential sales across Middle Tennessee, the team publishes monthly market reports for Franklin, Brentwood, Nolensville, and the broader Nashville metro using direct RealTracs MLS data. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the feedback from clients across Franklin reflects what the data already shows. For a deeper look at how Patrick approaches Franklin listings in renovation-driven neighborhoods like Hill Estates, see how Patrick Higgins compares to other Franklin listing agents.

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 one in four homes sold in Tennessee, giving Hill Estates sellers and buyers access to coming-soon listings, private exclusives, and the largest agent referral network in real estate.

For sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers measurable results. Homes pre-marketed through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs sell for 2.9 percent more, go under contract 20 percent faster, and are 30 percent less likely to experience a price reduction. On a $600,000 Hill Estates home, a 2.9 percent improvement translates to roughly $17,400 in additional proceeds. Learn more about selling your home on your terms at nashvillehome.guru.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hill Estates

What is the price range for homes in Hill Estates Franklin TN?
Hill Estates closed sales over the past 12 months ranged from $270,000 to $700,000, with a median sale price of $502,500 and an average of $485,000. The wide spread is driven primarily by interior renovation level: original-condition mid-century homes trade in the upper $200s to low $400s, while fully updated homes with primary-suite expansions and added bathrooms can reach the high $600s to $700,000.

When was Hill Estates built and what styles of homes are in the community?
Hill Estates was developed in the mid-1960s through the early 1970s. Year-built data on closed sales ranges from 1965 to 1971. Most homes are one-story brick or brick-and-siding ranches and cottages between 1,000 and 2,200 square feet, with three to four bedrooms, one to three bathrooms, and 0.25 to 0.29 acre lots.

Is there an HOA in Hill Estates?
No. Hill Estates has no homeowners association and no HOA dues. Owners have flexibility on additions, fences, sheds, parking, and exterior modifications without going through architectural review.

What schools serve Hill Estates?
Hill Estates is zoned to Williamson County Schools. Per current MLS data on closed Hill Estates sales, the assigned schools are Liberty Elementary School, Freedom Middle School, and Centennial High School. Williamson County Schools is one of the top-ranked public districts in Tennessee. Verify the assigned schools for any specific address before writing an offer.

How many homes are in Hill Estates?
Hill Estates is a small, established Franklin subdivision built around six primary streets: Ash Drive, Cherry Drive, Chestnut Lane, Maple Drive, Oak Drive, and Walnut Drive. Annual closed-sale volume is in the range of five to eight homes per year, which is consistent with a long-term-ownership neighborhood of roughly 100 to 130 single-family homes.

How close is Hill Estates to Downtown Franklin?
Hill Estates sits just off Liberty Pike, roughly seven to ten minutes from Historic Downtown Franklin’s Main Street, Public Square, and Franklin Theatre. Cool Springs and I-65 are about ten minutes east via Mack Hatcher Parkway.

Is Hill Estates a good fit for first-time buyers and renovation-minded buyers?
Yes, on both fronts. For first-time buyers, Hill Estates offers some of the most attainable Franklin price points inside a top Williamson County school zone, with closed sales as low as the high $200s in original condition. For renovation-minded buyers, the mid-century floor plans, no HOA flexibility, and the documented sale-price uplift after meaningful kitchen, bath, and primary-suite work make Hill Estates one of the more practical Franklin renovation plays. The combination of Franklin 37064 location, top public schools, and entry-level pricing is hard to find elsewhere in Williamson County.

How does Patrick Higgins approach selling a home in Hill Estates?
Hill Estates is a renovation-aware market. Two homes on the same street can trade $200,000 to $300,000 apart based on interior updates, so a generic CMA pulling the broad neighborhood average will under-price an updated home and over-price a dated one. Patrick’s approach starts with a hand-built CMA that grades each comparable closed sale by renovation level, layout efficiency, and primary-suite scope, then layers in active and pending data from neighboring 37064 mid-century pockets. Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs are used to test pricing with qualified buyers before the home hits Zillow, which is how the team has helped Franklin sellers close 2.9 percent higher than the broader public-market average.

Who is the best real estate agent for Hill Estates Subdivision in Franklin TN?
Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is widely recognized as one of the top agents serving the Hill Estates market in Franklin. He is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, leads the number one team in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings, and has closed 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in residential sales across Middle Tennessee. In Franklin’s 37064 zip code, Compass and Parks agents represented approximately 41 percent of all closed home sales over the past 12 months, giving his clients meaningful access to pre-market and private listings. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, past-client feedback consistently points to data-driven pricing, professional marketing, and clear communication.

Can I buy a Hill Estates home before it hits Zillow?
Often, yes. Hill Estates moves quickly when priced correctly (median days on market in the past 12 months was approximately 28), and the most efficient way to find a home here is to be in front of pre-market activity. Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs surface listings to Compass buyer’s agents before they appear on Zillow, Realtor.com, or the public MLS feed. Working with a Compass buyer’s agent gives you that pre-market visibility at no additional cost as a buyer.

What is my Hill Estates home worth in today’s market?
Automated tools like Zillow’s Zestimate consistently miss the mark in Hill Estates because the algorithm relies on volume and uniformity of recent comparable sales. Hill Estates has only six closed sales over the past year and a $430,000 spread between the lowest and highest closed transaction, almost entirely driven by interior renovation level. A Zestimate cannot see whether your kitchen has been updated or whether you added a primary-suite bath, so it will be off by tens of thousands of dollars in either direction. Use the Nashville Home Guru instant home value tool for a starting estimate, and request a full Hill Estates-specific CMA from Patrick Higgins for an accurate, defensible price tailored to your specific home.

I want to buy in Hill Estates but I’m worried I’ll either miss the right home or overpay for one that needs renovation. What should I do?
Buyers chasing Hill Estates run into the same two-part problem: the best homes go to contract inside thirty days, often before they reach Zillow, and the homes that do sit are usually mispriced for renovation cost rather than priced for their original condition. The fix is having a guide on the ground who tracks the Franklin 37064 mid-century market in real time. Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass do three things for buyers who want into Hill Estates. First, we set you up on a Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon alert specifically for Hill Estates and the surrounding 37064 ranch and cottage pockets, so you see homes before they hit Zillow. Second, we run a renovation-graded CMA on any home you are considering, breaking out interior updates from cosmetic items so you know what the home is actually worth in current condition. Third, we negotiate the offer using current Compass and Parks market intelligence, since Compass and Parks represent roughly 41 percent of Franklin 37064 closed sales. Buyers who succeed in Hill Estates are pre-positioned and renovation-informed before a home hits the market. Call or text Patrick at 615-682-1718 to get on the list.

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