The Laurels

BRENTWOOD’S ESTABLISHED LUXURY ENCLAVE WITH 1-ACRE LOTS AND $400/YEAR HOA

Location and Daily Life in The Laurels

The Laurels is an established luxury community in Brentwood, Tennessee, located in Williamson County near the Split Log Road corridor in the southern part of Brentwood. Homes in The Laurels sit on Chaucers Court, Appleton Court, and Charity Drive, all quiet cul-de-sac and low-traffic streets that give the neighborhood its private, wooded character. The community is within minutes of both Kenrose Elementary School and Ravenwood High School, and within walking distance of Smith Park, a public green space that supplements the wooded, private lots throughout the neighborhood.

Interstate 65 access is approximately five minutes away, connecting residents to Cool Springs’ commercial corridor, Whole Foods, and Brentwood and Franklin’s dining and retail options within ten minutes. Franklin’s downtown square is roughly 15 minutes south. Downtown Nashville is about 25 minutes away in normal traffic. The Laurels sits in the same southern Brentwood corridor that houses Allens Green, Tuscany Hills, and Governors Club, a part of Williamson County that buyers with school-age children specifically target for the Ravenwood High School pipeline.

The mature tree canopy, private lot positions, and cul-de-sac street configuration produce a neighborhood feel that takes decades to develop and cannot be replicated in newer communities at any price. Several Laurels lots back to HOA-owned green space, adding a permanent buffer between homes and adjacent land that is not subject to future development.

The Homes in The Laurels

Every home in The Laurels was built in 1997 or 1998, all-brick construction, three stories, with three-car side-entry garages and lot sizes at or very near one full acre. The consistency of era, builder specification, and lot size is one of the defining characteristics of the community. Floor plans run from just over 6,000 to just under 6,500 square feet, four to six bedrooms, and five full plus one half bathrooms throughout. These are genuinely large homes by any market standard.

Interior features documented across recent Laurels transactions include soaring ceilings with exposed wood beams, formal dining rooms, keeping rooms, sunrooms with shiplap, open living areas with gas and wood-burning fireplaces, custom millwork and moldings, custom wood shutters, built-in bookcases, central vacuum systems, wet bars, oversized primary suites with walk-in closets, and finished lower levels with recreation rooms. The three-story configuration allows Laurels homes to pack a remarkable amount of programmed living space onto a single acre without sacrificing outdoor footprint.

One of the most recent Laurels closings involved a home with a stunning in-ground pool surrounded by lush landscaping and extensive patio space, illustrating how the one-acre lot depth accommodates significant private outdoor programming. Several Laurels lots are described as level and fully fenced, ideal for a future pool if one is not already present. The combination of wooded privacy, large lot, and three-story finished interior at the $2M median price point represents meaningful value relative to newer Brentwood communities at similar prices on smaller, less private parcels.

The Laurels Market Data

Three homes closed in The Laurels in the trailing 12-month period. The data below reflects those transactions. Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

The market behavior in The Laurels is strikingly consistent. All three closed sales fell within a 45-to-61-day range on market and sold at 95.2% to 95.5% of asking price, a band so tight it essentially functions as a market rule for this community. Buyers who understand this pattern know that negotiating room exists but is limited; sellers who price above the community’s natural range will consistently find themselves in the same 5% concession territory regardless of list price. The data here argues strongly for precise initial pricing rather than pricing high and waiting for offers.

Active Homes for Sale in The Laurels

Recently Sold Homes in The Laurels

Amenities

The Laurels does not have a community pool, clubhouse, or tennis courts. The HOA covers underground utilities and common area maintenance at $400 per year, approximately $33 per month. This is the lowest annual HOA cost of any community in this price tier in Brentwood, and it is not close. At $400 per year, The Laurels HOA costs less in a month than most comparable Brentwood communities charge in a week. Buyers who want community pool access at a similar HOA overhead should compare Tuscany Hills, which offers a full amenity package at a cost the comparable $158 per month. For buyers who prefer to put that savings toward private outdoor amenities on their own one-acre lot, The Laurels delivers maximum ownership flexibility at virtually zero overhead.

HOA green space backs several Laurels lots, providing a permanent privacy buffer that cannot be developed. Smith Park is within walking distance of Charity Drive and offers open green space, playgrounds, and recreational areas for Laurels residents and their families. Crockett Park, the Maryland Farms YMCA, and the Brentwood greenway system are all a short drive away for more extensive trail and recreational use.

Schools

The Laurels is zoned for Williamson County Schools. All three closed transactions confirm the pipeline: Kenrose Elementary, Woodland Middle School, and Ravenwood High School. This is the Ravenwood High attendance zone, distinct from the Brentwood High zone serving other parts of 37027.

Kenrose Elementary is located near the community and is one of the well-regarded elementary schools in the Williamson County system. Woodland Middle School feeds directly into Ravenwood High School, one of the consistently top-ranked public high schools in Tennessee for academics, athletics, and arts programs. The Kenrose/Woodland/Ravenwood pipeline is a primary driver of sustained buyer demand in this part of Williamson County. The Laurels property at 1761 Charity Drive was specifically noted as being minutes from both Kenrose Elementary and Ravenwood High School, reflecting how central this school access is to the neighborhood’s identity. Always verify current school zoning directly with Williamson County Schools before purchasing.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

The Laurels market data produces one of the most consistent pricing patterns in the Brentwood luxury dataset: three homes, three different sellers, three different listing agents, all landing within a 0.3% range of each other at 95.2 to 95.5% of asking price and between 45 and 61 days on market. That consistency is not a coincidence. It is a reflection of a community where the homes are similar enough in specification that the market has a highly calibrated view of value, and buyers use that data as a negotiating baseline regardless of list price.

Patrick Higgins leads Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 team in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales across Middle Tennessee, Patrick brings that market intelligence to every Laurels conversation. Understanding that 95.3% is the clearing price in this community is the starting point for both pricing a listing correctly and structuring a buyer offer that gets accepted. You can read more at nashvillehome.guru/who-is-the-best-realtor-for-selling-a-home-in-brentwood/.

Compass and Parks agents represented the buying side of one of the three Laurels transactions in the trailing 12 months. Compass is the number one residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume, and after merging with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass and Parks agents now represent approximately 1 in 4 homes sold across Tennessee. In the $1.9M to $2.1M Brentwood tier, that buyer network means access to the widest pre-market pool and the most current negotiating data available.

For Laurels sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy is the right approach to maximize value in a community where buyers already have a clear sense of the price range. Phase 1, Compass Private Exclusive, allows sellers to test pricing with a qualified audience before any public exposure. Phase 2, Compass Coming Soon, builds demand before the MLS launch without accumulating market time. Phase 3 is the full public launch with momentum already established. Homes marketed through this approach sell for 2.9% more, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to need a price reduction. On a $2,000,000 Laurels home, 2.9% is $58,000. In a community where the average concession has been 4.7%, the 3-Phase approach can meaningfully compress that gap. Learn more about selling on your terms.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Laurels in Brentwood, TN

What are homes in The Laurels Brentwood TN selling for?

Three homes closed in The Laurels in the trailing 12 months at $1,900,000, $2,000,000, and $2,100,000, producing an exact median and average of $2,000,000. Price per square foot ranged from $312 to $333 with a median of $325. All three homes sold at 95.2% to 95.5% of asking price, taking 45 to 61 days on market. This is one of the most consistent sale patterns in Brentwood luxury data, effectively establishing a market rule: Laurels homes clear at approximately 95% of well-set asking prices in about seven weeks.

What is the HOA fee in The Laurels?

The Laurels HOA fee is $400 per year, approximately $33 per month. This is the lowest annual HOA cost of any Brentwood luxury community in the $1.5M-plus tier covered in this market data. At $400 per year, The Laurels costs less in HOA fees over ten years than some amenity-heavy Brentwood communities charge in a single month. The HOA covers underground utilities and common area maintenance. There is no community pool or clubhouse. Always confirm the current fee with the HOA during due diligence.

What schools serve The Laurels in Brentwood?

The Laurels is zoned for Williamson County Schools with the pipeline: Kenrose Elementary, Woodland Middle School, and Ravenwood High School. The community is minutes from both Kenrose Elementary and Ravenwood High School and within walking distance of Smith Park. Ravenwood High is consistently ranked among the top public high schools in Tennessee. This is the Ravenwood High pipeline, not the Brentwood High pipeline. Verify current zoning with WCS before purchase.

When were The Laurels homes built?

All Laurels homes were built in 1997 or 1998, all-brick three-story construction with side-entry three-car garages. The consistency of build era across the community is one of its defining characteristics. The late-1990s vintage means the homes have the mature landscaping, settled character, and tree canopy that newer communities take decades to develop. Many Laurels homes have been substantially renovated, with recent transactions reflecting high-end updates to kitchens, baths, and interior finishes that bring the homes well beyond their original 1997 specification.

How large are The Laurels homes?

Laurels homes in the most recent transactions ranged from 6,011 to 6,465 square feet across three stories, with four to six bedrooms and five-plus bathrooms. These are among the largest homes by square footage relative to purchase price of any community in Brentwood’s $2M tier. The $325 median price per square foot for a 6,000-plus square foot home on a full acre with side-entry three-car garage and Ravenwood High zoning represents genuine value relative to newer construction at comparable prices with smaller footprints.

Do Laurels homes have pools?

Some Laurels homes have private in-ground pools. The most recent $2.1M transaction included a stunning in-ground pool with extensive patio and landscaping. Other Laurels lots, particularly those described as level and fully fenced, are positioned as ideal candidates for a future pool addition. The one-acre lot sizes throughout the community provide the outdoor depth to accommodate a full pool and outdoor living area without compromising the private wooded backyard character that defines The Laurels.

Is The Laurels a good fit for buyers who want large, established homes with minimal HOA overhead?

The Laurels is an outstanding fit for buyers who prioritize square footage, one-acre lots, all-brick quality, and Ravenwood High zoning with a minimal ownership cost. At $400 per year in HOA fees on a $2M home, the recurring community overhead is essentially zero. Buyers who have looked at amenity-rich communities where HOA fees run $150 to $500 per month and decided they would rather own their outdoor amenities outright than share community facilities will consistently find The Laurels at the top of the value comparison in this price tier.

Who is the best real estate agent for The Laurels in Brentwood, TN?

Patrick Higgins at Nashville Home Guru at Compass is a strong choice for Laurels buyers and sellers. Ranked number 1 in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends, with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales, Patrick’s understanding of The Laurels’ 95.3% clearing-price pattern is the starting point for every listing and buyer representation conversation in this community.

How does Nashville Home Guru use the 95.3% clearing price data when working with Laurels clients?

For sellers, the 95.3% average sale-to-list ratio tells Patrick that The Laurels market has an established buyer expectation of a 4-to-5 percent negotiating gap. Overpricing does not change this outcome, it just extends the time to closing. The strategy is to set the list price at a level where 95% of asking equals a satisfying sale price, rather than pricing high and giving buyers the 5% they are already expecting. For buyers, the same data sets the anchor for offer construction. Patrick builds both analyses from the full RealTracs dataset before the first conversation with any Laurels client.

Can I buy a Laurels home before it hits Zillow?

In some cases, yes. Compass Private Exclusive allows Laurels sellers to introduce their home to the Compass buyer network before any public MLS listing. Patrick also maintains direct outreach to homeowners in targeted Brentwood communities. In a community where three homes transact per year, positioning as a known buyer well before a listing appears publicly is a meaningful edge. Call or text 615-682-1718 to be added to the early-access network for Laurels opportunities.

What is my Laurels home worth in today’s market?

With three closed sales in a $1,900,000 to $2,100,000 range and a median PPSF of $325, The Laurels has one of the clearest pricing frameworks in the Brentwood luxury market. Your specific renovation level, pool presence, lot position relative to HOA green space, and current buyer demand all factor into the precise number. Automated tools work reasonably well in a community with this transaction density but cannot account for renovation investment or specific lot premiums. Get a directional estimate at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a full analysis.

How does The Laurels compare to Tuscany Hills and Allens Green in the same Brentwood corridor?

All three communities share the Ravenwood High pipeline and sit in the same southern Brentwood corridor. Tuscany Hills is a gated community with a pool, tennis courts, and trails at $1.5M to $2.75M, built 2008 to 2017. Allens Green is a 17-home Turnberry Homes community built entirely in 2022 at approximately $1.86M to $1.89M. The Laurels is established 1997 to 1998 all-brick construction with 6,000-plus square foot floor plans on one-acre lots at approximately $2M, the lowest HOA of the three at $400 per year, no shared amenities, and the most square footage per dollar of any option in this corridor. Buyers choosing between these three communities are essentially choosing between newer build vintage, community amenities, and square footage per dollar.

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Glen Abbey | Inglehame Farms | Terrabrooke | Tuscany Hills | Morgan Farms | Taramore | Allens Green

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