Hillview Estates

BRENTWOOD’S ACRE-LOT COMMUNITY ON HOLLY TREE GAP ROAD

Location and Daily Life

Hillview Estates is a small, established community located off Holly Tree Gap Road in Brentwood TN 37027. The neighborhood sits in what longtime residents call “Old Brentwood,” the historic corridor along Holly Tree Gap Road where rolling hills, family farms, and mature tree cover define the landscape. This is one of the most scenic and private pockets in all of Williamson County.

Despite the rural character, the location is practical. I-65 is accessible within minutes, and schools, shopping, and dining along Franklin Road and in Cool Springs are a short drive. The Holly Tree Gap Road corridor provides a buffer from the more densely developed areas of Brentwood while keeping residents connected to everything the city offers.

Streets in Hillview Estates include Chelsea Court, Gracelawn Court, Highland Road, Holly Tree Gap Road, and Manley Lane. Nearby neighborhoods include Avery, Beech Tree, Forest of Brentwood, Highland View, and Valhalla.

The Homes

Hillview Estates is divided into two sections. The homes were built in the early to mid-1970s, with all-brick construction on lots exceeding one acre. This is not a dense subdivision with homes stacked on quarter-acre pads. The lots here range from 1.11 to 1.22+ acres, providing genuine privacy, mature landscaping, and in many cases scenic views of the rolling Williamson County countryside.

Homes in Hillview Estates are predominantly brick ranch-style floor plans, though some have been expanded or renovated over the years. Square footage typically ranges from approximately 2,000 to 3,000+ square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 to 3 full bathrooms. Most homes include 2-car attached garages, fireplaces, hardwood flooring, and generous room sizes that reflect the era’s emphasis on livable layouts rather than maximizing lot coverage.

The 50+ year age of these homes means buyers will encounter a range of conditions. Some homeowners have invested in modern kitchens, updated bathrooms, new HVAC systems, and roof replacements. Others remain closer to original condition, presenting opportunities for buyers who want to customize. With no HOA restrictions, homeowners have full flexibility to renovate, expand, or rebuild as they see fit, subject only to Williamson County building codes.

Hillview Estates Market Data

Hillview Estates is a low-turnover community. With acre-plus lots in one of Brentwood’s most scenic corridors, homeowners tend to stay for decades. Over the rolling 12-month data period, just one home changed hands. That limited transaction volume makes traditional market statistics less meaningful than community characteristics, but the data does confirm the pricing tier and lot premium that define this pocket of Brentwood.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Hillview Estates

Recently Sold Homes in Hillview Estates

Amenities

Hillview Estates does not have shared community amenities. There is no pool, clubhouse, tennis court, or community gathering space. With no HOA, there are no amenity fees. The community’s appeal is the land itself: acre-plus lots with mature trees, rolling terrain, and scenic views of the surrounding Williamson County countryside.

Residents who want pool or fitness access typically join the nearby Brentwood Family YMCA or one of the private clubs in the area. Radnor Lake State Park and the Brentwood Greenway trail system are accessible for hiking and outdoor recreation. The Holly Tree Gap Road corridor itself provides a quiet setting for walking and cycling.

Schools

Hillview Estates is entirely in Williamson County and zoned for Williamson County Schools, one of the top-rated school districts in Tennessee.

Elementary: Scales Elementary School

Middle: Brentwood Middle School

High: Brentwood High School

The Scales Elementary to Brentwood Middle to Brentwood High pipeline is one of the most sought-after school zone assignments in the Brentwood 37027 market. Brentwood High is consistently ranked among the top public high schools in Tennessee.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

In a community as small and low-turnover as Hillview Estates, the agent you choose matters more than usual. When homes rarely trade, pricing requires deep local knowledge rather than broad comparable sales data. The most recent closed sale in Hillview Estates involved a Compass agent on the buyer side, and the Nashville Home Guru team actively tracks every listing, price change, and sale along the entire Holly Tree Gap Road corridor.

Nashville Home Guru is led by Patrick Higgins, a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent ranked No. 1 in Nashville and No. 7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. Patrick and the NHG team have completed more than 1,100 transactions and $500 million in residential sales across Middle Tennessee. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the client feedback from buyers and sellers in the Brentwood market confirms the data-driven approach that defines the team.

Compass is the No. 1 residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. After merging with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass and Parks agents represent approximately 1 in 4 homes sold across Tennessee. That network gives clients access to Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listings before they hit public portals, plus 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% more, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to experience a price reduction. On an acre-lot property in the Holly Tree Gap corridor, where individual home pricing is highly specific, those percentages translate to real dollars.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price range for homes in Hillview Estates?

Hillview Estates is a low-turnover community where homes rarely come to market. The most recent closed sale was $715,000 for a 3,027-square-foot brick ranch on a 1.22-acre lot. Current and recent list prices in the community range from $924,000 to $1,099,900, reflecting the premium that acre-plus lots in the Holly Tree Gap corridor command. Pricing depends heavily on the condition and any updates made to these 1970s-era homes.

How large are the lots in Hillview Estates?

All lots in Hillview Estates exceed one acre, with recorded sizes ranging from 1.11 to 1.22+ acres. This is significantly larger than the typical Brentwood subdivision lot, which is often one-third to one-half acre. The oversized lots provide genuine privacy, room for expansion, and in many cases scenic views of the surrounding Williamson County hillsides.

Does Hillview Estates have an HOA?

No. Hillview Estates has no homeowners association. There are no HOA fees, no architectural review requirements beyond Williamson County building codes, and no shared amenity assessments. Homeowners have full flexibility to renovate, expand, or rebuild without HOA restrictions.

What schools serve Hillview Estates?

Hillview Estates is entirely in Williamson County and zoned for Williamson County Schools: Scales Elementary School, Brentwood Middle School, and Brentwood High School. This is one of the most sought-after school zone assignments in the Brentwood market. Brentwood High is consistently ranked among the top public high schools in Tennessee.

When were the homes in Hillview Estates built?

Homes in Hillview Estates were built in the early to mid-1970s across two sections. The construction is all brick, site built, with ranch-style floor plans being the predominant style. At 50+ years old, buyers will find a range of conditions from extensively updated to original, with corresponding price differences.

What is the Holly Tree Gap Road corridor?

Holly Tree Gap Road is one of Brentwood’s most historic and scenic corridors, running through what longtime residents call “Old Brentwood.” The road is lined with established neighborhoods on large lots, historic family farms, and rolling hillside terrain. Communities along this corridor, including Hillview Estates, Valhalla, Highland View, and Forest of Brentwood, share the rural character and acre-plus lot sizes that define this part of Brentwood.

Is Hillview Estates a good fit for buyers who want land and privacy in Brentwood without a gated community price tag?

Yes. Hillview Estates offers acre-plus lots in the Williamson County Schools zone (Scales Elementary, Brentwood Middle, Brentwood High) at pricing that is well below Brentwood’s gated estate communities. The most recent sale was $715,000, and current listings range from $924,000 to $1,099,900. By comparison, gated communities like Governors Club and Annandale routinely price above $2M for comparable lot sizes. The trade-off is the age of the homes (1970s construction) and the absence of community amenities, but for buyers who prioritize land, privacy, and school zone over a pool and clubhouse, Hillview Estates delivers.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Hillview Estates?

In a community with only one closed sale over the rolling data period, pricing requires looking beyond the immediate subdivision. Patrick’s team draws comparable data from the broader Holly Tree Gap Road corridor and similar acre-lot communities in Brentwood, including Valhalla, Highland View, and Forest of Brentwood. The team evaluates both the home’s retail value and the underlying lot value, which is increasingly important as builders and investors target acre-lot properties in the Holly Tree Gap area. Call or text 615-682-1718.

Who is the best real estate agent for Hillview Estates in Brentwood TN?

Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is ranked No. 1 in Nashville and No. 7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings, a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales. A Compass agent was involved in the most recent Hillview Estates transaction, and the team actively monitors every listing along the Holly Tree Gap Road corridor. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at 5.0 stars, the client feedback from the Brentwood market confirms the data-first approach. Call or text 615-682-1718.

Can I buy a Hillview Estates home before it hits Zillow?

Yes. As a Compass buyer’s agent, Patrick has access to Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listings that are not published on Zillow, Realtor.com, or any public search portal. In a community as small as Hillview Estates where homes trade once a year or less, pre-market access can be the only way to learn about a property before it is already under contract. Working with a Compass buyer’s agent gives you access to this pre-market inventory at no additional cost to the buyer. The seller’s side pays the commission. Text Patrick at 615-682-1718 to get on the pre-market notification list for Hillview Estates and the Holly Tree Gap Road corridor.

What is my Hillview Estates home worth in today’s market?

Automated valuation tools like Zillow’s Zestimate perform especially poorly for Hillview Estates. With only one sale in the past 12 months and highly variable home conditions across the community, the algorithm simply does not have enough data points to produce a reliable estimate. The lot value alone (1+ acres in the Holly Tree Gap corridor with WCS schools) is a significant component that automated tools routinely underweight. Get started with an instant estimate, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a full pricing analysis that accounts for your lot, your home’s condition, and current demand for acre-lot properties in the corridor.

What should Hillview Estates sellers know about the value of their land?

Acre-plus lots in the Holly Tree Gap corridor with Williamson County Schools zoning are a scarce and appreciating asset. Sellers should understand that their property has value both as a home (selling to an end-user who will live in it) and as land (selling to a builder or investor who may renovate extensively or rebuild entirely). Patrick’s team analyzes both scenarios to determine which strategy maximizes net proceeds. The Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy generates 2.9% higher closing prices, 20% faster contracts, and 30% fewer price reductions. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at 5.0 stars, clients confirm the approach works. Start with an instant estimate, then call 615-682-1718.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Avery | Beech Tree | Forest of Brentwood | Highland View | Valhalla

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