Keeneland

MURFREESBORO’S ESTABLISHED ALL-BRICK COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

Keeneland is an established single-family subdivision tucked off Rutherford Boulevard in southeast Murfreesboro, zip code 37127. The neighborhood sits in a quiet pocket of Rutherford County where cul-de-sacs outnumber through streets, yet everyday conveniences are only minutes away.

Interstate 24 is a short drive to the west, putting downtown Nashville roughly 35 minutes away and Smyrna employers like Nissan within easy reach. Middle Tennessee State University is just a few minutes up the road, making Keeneland popular with faculty, staff, and families who want to be close to campus without living in a student-heavy area. Grocery stores, restaurants, and retail along Memorial Boulevard and Rutherford Boulevard are within a five-minute drive of central Murfreesboro.

The streets inside Keeneland carry names that nod to horse racing heritage: Bold Ruler Court, Turfland Drive, Iroquois Court, Cascade Court, and Elora Court. Lots are generous by Rutherford County standards, mostly between 0.38 and 0.67 acres, giving homes room to breathe with real yard space front and back.

The Homes

Keeneland was developed through the 1990s, with homes built primarily between 1992 and 1997. This is classic Rutherford County construction from that era: all-brick or brick-and-vinyl exteriors, attached two-car garages, and floor plans that range from just under 1,900 to roughly 2,300 square feet.

Floor plans tend toward three or four bedrooms, two full baths, and a half bath, with many homes featuring a bonus or recreation room upstairs. Fireplaces are common, as are screened porches and covered patios, details that hold up well as lifestyle features even decades after construction. Composition shingle roofs, central air conditioning, and split-bedroom layouts are standard across the neighborhood.

Many Keeneland homes have been updated by long-term owners. Recent sales have featured renovated kitchens with leathered granite countertops, spa-style primary baths with tiled showers, and energy-efficient windows and doors. The all-brick construction that defined this neighborhood in the 1990s still commands a premium on resale, and with lots this size, there is room to add a pool, expand outdoor living, or simply enjoy the mature landscaping that comes with a three-decade-old neighborhood.

Keeneland Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Keeneland

Recently Sold Homes in Keeneland

Amenities

Keeneland is a quiet, mature subdivision rather than an amenity-heavy master-planned community. There is no pool, clubhouse, or walking trail maintained by the HOA, and for many buyers that is part of the appeal. The HOA fee is nominal, around $70 to $100 per year, which keeps carrying costs low while still maintaining basic neighborhood standards.

What the neighborhood offers instead is generous lot sizes, mature trees, and cul-de-sac streets that see minimal cut-through traffic. Residents looking for recreational amenities have plenty of options nearby. Barfield Crescent Park, one of Murfreesboro’s largest parks, is a short drive away and features walking trails, mountain bike trails, a disc golf course, and open fields. Percy Priest Lake and its boat launches are accessible within 20 to 25 minutes. The Stones River Greenway, a multi-use trail system running through the heart of Murfreesboro, is similarly close.

For shopping and dining, the Rutherford Boulevard and Medical Center Parkway corridors provide a full range of grocery stores, restaurants, and retailers within five to ten minutes. The Avenue Murfreesboro outdoor shopping center adds additional retail and dining options just a short drive west.

Schools

Keeneland is located in Rutherford County and is served by Rutherford County Schools. Based on MLS data, most homes in the subdivision are assigned to Black Fox Elementary School, Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School, and Riverdale High School. Some addresses in the eastern sections of Keeneland may be assigned to Oakland Middle School and Oakland High School.

Always verify school assignments directly with Rutherford County Schools before purchasing, as boundaries can change. Contact Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 to confirm current school zoning for a specific address within Keeneland.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

In Keeneland over the past 12 months, Compass and Parks agents were involved in 1 in 5 closed home sales on either the listing or buying side. When you work with Nashville Home Guru, you are tapping into that same network and everything behind it.

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass. He is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the number one real estate team in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by sales volume, according to the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee, Patrick brings the kind of market depth that matters in an established neighborhood like Keeneland, where knowing what a home is actually worth, versus what it is listed for, makes a real difference. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews from clients across the region, the team’s track record is well documented, and Murfreesboro specialists Ashley Cherry and Larissa Farley round out the local team.

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 1 in 4 homes sold in Tennessee. That means access to coming-soon listings, private exclusives, and the largest referral network in real estate, advantages that matter whether you are buying or selling.

For sellers, Nashville Home Guru uses the Compass Three Phase Marketing Strategy, a proven approach that builds demand before a home ever hits the MLS. Phase 1, the Compass Private Exclusive, shows your home to a select, qualified audience before any public listing, so you test price and gather feedback without days on market accumulating or price history becoming visible to future buyers. Phase 2, Compass Coming Soon, places your home on Compass.com where motivated buyers can find it before the public launch, with no days-on-market clock and no price-drop history. Phase 3 is the full public launch on the MLS and all third-party sites with maximum demand already built. Compass data shows pre-marketed homes sell for 2.9% more, go to contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to require a price reduction. You can also review the team’s full Murfreesboro home-selling strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions About Keeneland

What is the price range for homes in Keeneland Murfreesboro?
Based on the past 12 months of closed sales from RealTracs MLS, Keeneland homes have sold between $393,250 and $459,000, with a median sale price of $446,000. The average price per square foot has ranged from approximately $199 to $207. Updated and all-brick homes on larger cul-de-sac lots tend to command the top end of that range. For a current pricing snapshot, call Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718.

When was Keeneland subdivision built?
Homes in Keeneland were built primarily from 1992 to 1997. This places the subdivision in a generation of Murfreesboro construction that emphasized brick exteriors, larger lot sizes, and traditional floor plans, characteristics that still resonate with buyers today who want an established neighborhood with mature landscaping and more land than most new construction communities offer.

What are the HOA fees in Keeneland?
HOA fees in Keeneland are among the lowest in Murfreesboro, approximately $70 to $100 per year, paid annually. That works out to roughly $6 to $8 per month. The HOA is minimal by design; there is no pool or clubhouse to maintain, so the fee simply covers basic neighborhood upkeep and deed restriction enforcement.

What schools serve Keeneland?
Keeneland falls within Rutherford County Schools. Most homes are assigned to Black Fox Elementary, Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School, and Riverdale High School. Some addresses in the subdivision may be zoned for Oakland Middle School and Oakland High School instead. School assignments can vary by street, so always confirm with Rutherford County Schools before purchasing.

How big are the homes and lots in Keeneland?
Homes in Keeneland range from approximately 1,900 to 2,286 square feet, with three to four bedrooms and two full baths plus a half bath. Most floor plans include a bonus or recreation room upstairs. Lots are notably generous for a Murfreesboro subdivision built in this era, ranging from 0.38 to 0.67 acres. Corner lots and cul-de-sac lots are available within the neighborhood.

What type of buyer is Keeneland best suited for?
Keeneland is a strong fit for families who want a quiet, established neighborhood with real yard space, all-brick construction, and low carrying costs. The sub-$100 per year HOA and mature lots appeal to buyers who want privacy and space without the lifestyle fees of a large amenity community. The proximity to MTSU also attracts buyers in education, healthcare, and professional services who want a short commute and a settled neighborhood feel. Buyers relocating from markets where a half-acre lot and all-brick construction at the $430K price point would be unthinkable consistently find Keeneland to be excellent value.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Keeneland?
With only five closed sales over the past year, individual home characteristics, lot size, construction quality, and renovations, move the needle far more than a neighborhood average. Patrick has analyzed every closed sale in this subdivision, knows which streets and lot positions hold value, and prices from the closest comparables. For sellers, he pairs that with the Three Phase Marketing Strategy; for buyers, he leans on Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon access. As a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with 1,100+ career transactions, his read on this market is built from the data.

Who is the best realtor for Keeneland in Murfreesboro TN?
Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently recognized as top producers in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the number one team in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by volume, with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales, 100+ Google Reviews, and 87 Zillow Reviews. The team’s combination of hyperlocal data, Compass network access, and the Three Phase Marketing approach makes them a strong choice for both buyers and sellers in Keeneland. Patrick can be reached directly at 615-682-1718.

Can I buy a Keeneland home before it hits Zillow?
Sometimes, yes. As a Compass agent, Patrick Higgins has access to Compass Private Exclusives, homes listed exclusively within the Compass network before appearing on public sites like Zillow or Realtor.com. In an established neighborhood like Keeneland where turnover is limited, off-market access can be the difference between finding a home and missing one, and it comes at no additional cost to the buyer. Contact Patrick at 615-682-1718 to be added to the notification list for Keeneland and nearby subdivisions.

How do I find out what my Keeneland home is worth?
Start with an instant estimate using the Nashville Home Guru home value tool. For a more precise valuation that accounts for your specific lot, updates, and current market conditions in Keeneland, call Patrick Higgins directly at 615-682-1718. With only five closed sales in the past 12 months, individual home characteristics, lot size, construction quality, and renovations, move the needle significantly in this neighborhood.

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