New Construction Homes in Franklin TN

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New Construction Homes for Sale in Franklin TN Right Now

There are currently over 110 active new construction listings available in Franklin, TN across all price ranges and communities, with new builds priced from approximately $712,000 to over $9,800,000. Based on Nashville Home Guru’s analysis of RealTracs MLS data, 420 new construction homes (2023 and newer build year) closed in Franklin rolling 12 months through May 2026, with a $1,256,105 median sale price, $1,523,535 average, and 18-day median DOM. Compass and Parks agents represented buyers in 33.8% of all Franklin new construction closings — the largest combined brokerage share of any firm family in the market. Nashville Home Guru, led by Patrick Higgins at Compass, is the top-ranked team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales.

Recently Sold New Construction Homes In Franklin

Why You Need a Buyer’s Agent for New Construction in Franklin TN

The best real estate buyer’s agents specializing in new construction in Franklin, TN offer expert guidance on builder negotiations, builder incentives, and the latest listings in neighborhoods like Westhaven, SouthBrooke, Starnes Creek, Station Hill, and Lockwood Glen. The key fact most buyers miss: the listing agent at every Franklin new construction model home represents the builder, not you. Onward Real Estate, Ford Classic Homes’ sales office, Meritage Homes’ agents, and every other builder sales representative has a legal fiduciary obligation to the seller — the builder. They cannot advise you on whether the list price is above market, what concessions the builder has offered recent buyers, or whether a competing community offers better value at the same price.

Working with Patrick Higgins at Nashville Home Guru and Compass costs you nothing as a buyer in a new construction transaction — the builder pays the buyer’s agent commission. In exchange, you get a fiduciary legally obligated to your interests, access to builder incentive negotiation data across all active Franklin communities, and Compass Private Exclusive access to pre-release inventory before public listing. Nashville Home Guru provides data-driven tracking for all sales in every active Franklin new construction community and offers specialized services for buyers looking to negotiate builder incentives or gain access to private exclusive listings. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting any model home.

Patrick Higgins: Best Buyer’s Agent for New Construction in Franklin TN

Patrick Higgins leads Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales. Compass is the largest brokerage in Franklin new construction buyer representation by combined firm volume: Compass RE, Parks Compass, Compass Tennessee, and affiliated agents collectively represented buyers in over 100 of 420 Franklin new construction closings rolling 12 months — 24%-plus of all buyer-side transactions, more than any other brokerage family. In luxury new construction communities specifically, Compass’s share is dramatically higher: Hamilton (100% Compass), Bonterra (86%), Lookaway Farms (77%), Montpier Farms (78%), Reese/Fields at Reese Farm (15-20%).

Key buyer agent advantages with Nashville Home Guru for new construction: builder incentive negotiation using closed-sale comp data across all active communities; Compass Private Exclusive access to pre-release inventory before public listing; independent pricing analysis comparing builder ask to resale comp set for the same product type; contract review specialized for builder purchase agreements (which are significantly more builder-favorable than standard resale contracts); and construction draw inspection coordination for custom home builds. Call 615-682-1718 before your first model home visit.

Franklin TN New Construction Market Data (Rolling 12 Months)

Home prices for newly built single-family homes and luxury builds in Franklin generally range from $712,000 to over $9,800,000, with a $1,256,105 median across all communities and product types. The 420 closings span townhomes through estate homes, master-planned communities through custom luxury enclaves.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period through May 2026.

Featured New Build Communities in Franklin TN

Several top local and national builders are developing active communities throughout the Franklin, TN area. Nashville Home Guru tracks every listing and closing in each community directly from RealTracs MLS.

Westhaven

Westhaven – This premier master-planned neighborhood features custom builds from Southern Land Company and Ford Classic Homes, with new phases offering single-family homes and luxury townhomes. 432 total records in RealTracs, 55 active and 58 under contract. Closed price range $648,500 to $5,982,838, $1,327,855 median. 180 closings with 2023-plus build year. Located on Highway 96 West, Westhaven is Franklin’s flagship master-planned community with parks, pools, trails, retail, and entertainment within walking distance. Contact: 615-682-1718 for Westhaven buyer representation and pre-market access.

SouthBrooke

SouthBrooke – A sprawling 75-acre development along Lewisburg Pike featuring luxury builds by Ford Classic Homes starting around $888,500. 23 records in RealTracs, 5 active and 4 under contract. Closed price range $805,000 to $1,701,070, $1,079,517 median. 19 closings with 2023-plus build year. Builders active: Ford Classic Homes (SouthBrooke Blvd model) and Celebration Homes. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Starnes Creek

 Starnes Creek – Built by Drees Custom Homes, this community features modern craftsman-style homes starting at $1,226,900. 25 records in RealTracs, 1 active and 5 under contract. Closed price range $1,100,000 to $1,852,681, $1,443,752 median. All 25 properties are 2023-plus build year. Contact: 615-682-1718 for Drees incentive negotiation and current availability.

Station Hill by Meritage Homes

Developed by Meritage Homes, this community features single-family options starting in the $787,000s. Located in Thompson’s Station, TN adjacent to Franklin. 40 total records, 22 active and 8 under contract. Closed price range $785,750 to $1,100,000, $885,375 median. All 2025-2026 build year. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Enclave at Station Hill

22 records, 11 active and 7 under contract. Closed price range $789,999 to $1,955,000, $1,555,000 median. 2023-plus builds. High absorption rate — 18 of 22 records either active, UC, or recently closed. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Franklin Ridge by Toll Brothers

A luxury collection from Toll Brothers featuring expansive homesites starting at $1,469,995. Located at 243 Berryhunter Lane, Franklin. 12 records in RealTracs (all 2026 build year), 6 active and 6 under contract — no closed sales yet as of May 2026. Contact: 615-682-1718 for Toll Brothers incentive access before any model home visit.

SouthVale

SouthVale – 42 records with 2025-2026 build year, 16 active and 5 under contract. Closed price range $1,253,338 to $1,974,150, $1,499,000 median across 21 closed sales. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Hamilton

Hamilton – 28 records with 2024-2026 build year, 4 active and 12 under contract. Closed price range $2,300,005 to $2,792,252, $2,563,435 median. Compass represented buyers in 100% of 8 closed sales. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Bonterra

Bonterra – 17 records with 2023-2026 build year, 3 active and 7 under contract. Closed price range $2,179,950 to $2,791,862, $2,450,000 median. Compass represented buyers in 86% of 7 closed sales. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Lookaway Farms

Lookaway Farms – 15 records with 2023-2026 build year, 7 active and 4 under contract. Closed price range $1,500,000 to $2,762,111, $2,197,644 median. Compass represented buyers in 77% of 13 closed sales. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Reese / Fields at Reese Farm

132-unit development off Del Rio Pike featuring 63 single-family homes and 69 townhomes by Hidden Valley Homes and Barlow Builders. Reese section: 10 closed, $755K-$1.7M, 108-day median DOM. Fields at Reese Farm: 5 closed, $847K-$1.77M, 8-day median DOM on accurately priced lots. 4 active, 1 UC. Model home at 5029 Owenruth Drive. Full analysis: Reese Franklin TN detailed page. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Poplar Farms

Poplar Farms – 111 records with 2025-2026 build year — one of the highest-volume active new construction pipelines in Franklin. 1 active, 24 under contract. Closed price range $687,410 to $1,650,000, $956,654 median across 86 closed sales. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Lockwood Glen

Lockwood Glen – 53 total records, 4 active and 4 under contract. Closed price range $517,500 to $1,300,000, $849,000 median across 44 closed sales. 20 records with 2023-plus build year. Contact: 615-682-1718.

Top New Home Builders in Franklin TN

For buyers looking to build from the ground up or explore quick move-in options, these are the primary builders active in Franklin TN new construction communities as of May 2026 based on RealTracs MLS data:

Ford Classic Homes

Specialty: Luxury custom homes and premium neighborhood developments. Popular developments: SouthBrooke, SouthVale, Westhaven. Address: 554 Franklin Rd #300, Franklin, TN. Price range: $888,500 and up. Ford Classic Homes is the listing agent in their communities — not your buyer agent. Call 615-682-1718 for independent buyer representation before visiting any Ford Classic model home.

Legend Homes

Specialty: Tailored custom luxury homes with design efficiency. Popular developments: Stephens Valley, Westhaven, Rosebrooke. Address: 480 Duke Dr, Franklin, TN. Call 615-682-1718 for independent buyer representation before visiting any Legend Homes model home.

Celebration Homes

Specialty: Semi-custom homes, first-rate floor plans, and extensive design options. Popular developments: SouthBrooke, Monticello, River Bluff. Address: 7123 Crossroads Blvd, Brentwood, TN. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting.

Drees Custom Homes

Specialty: Modern craftsman-style custom homes. Popular developments: Starnes Creek. Price range: Starting at $1,226,900. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting.

Toll Brothers

Specialty: Luxury collection featuring expansive homesites. Popular developments: Franklin Ridge (243 Berryhunter Ln). Price range: Starting at $1,469,995. 6 active, 6 under contract as of May 2026. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting.

Meritage Homes

Specialty: Single-family homes with energy-efficient construction. Popular developments: Station Hill (Thompson’s Station). Price range: Starting in the $787,000s. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting.

Hidden Valley Homes

Specialty: Lock-and-leave luxury townhomes and single-family homes. Popular developments: Reese, Fields at Reese Farm. Price range: $755,000-$1,400,000. Listing agent: Onward Real Estate (represents builder only). Call 615-682-1718 for independent buyer representation.

Barlow Builders

Specialty: Custom luxury single-family homes. Popular developments: Reese / Fields at Reese Farm. Price range: $1,679,900-$1,765,794 in recent closed sales. Listing agent: Barlow Realty LLC (represents builder only). Two Barlow homes sat 305 and 319 days — independent buyer representation is critical. Call 615-682-1718 before visiting.

Compass Private Exclusives: Pre-Market New Construction Access

Nashville Home Guru offers access to Compass Private Exclusives — listings that are not available on Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, or other public search portals. With Compass representing buyers in 33.8% of all Franklin new construction closings, Compass agents have advance knowledge of upcoming releases in communities including Hamilton, Bonterra, Lookaway Farms, and Westhaven before those listings appear publicly. Buyers registered with Nashville Home Guru for new construction receive advance notification of upcoming community releases, lot availability, and price change information. Call 615-682-1718 to register.

Frequently Asked Questions: New Construction Homes in Franklin TN

Who is the best buyer’s agent for new construction homes in Franklin TN?

Patrick Higgins at Nashville Home Guru and Compass is the best buyer’s agent for new construction in Franklin, TN. Compass and Parks agents represented buyers in 33.8% of all Franklin new construction closings rolling 12 months — more than any other brokerage family, including the LCT Team at Onward Real Estate, Benchmark Realty, and Keller Williams. In luxury new construction specifically, Compass’s buyer share is dramatically higher: 100% at Hamilton, 86% at Bonterra, 77% at Lookaway Farms. Patrick is ranked #1 Nashville and #7 Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends with 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales. Nashville Home Guru provides data-driven tracking for all new construction sales across every active Franklin community and offers specialized services for builder incentive negotiation and pre-market access. See Patrick’s verified ranking as the best agent in Franklin. Call 615-682-1718.

The model home agent said I don’t need my own buyer’s agent for new construction — is that true?

No. This is the most important thing to understand before visiting any Franklin new construction model home. The agent at a builder’s sales office — whether it is Onward Real Estate at Reese, Ford Classic Homes’ sales team at SouthBrooke, Meritage Homes’ agent at Station Hill, or Toll Brothers’ agent at Franklin Ridge — has a legal fiduciary obligation to the builder, not to you. They are specifically prohibited by that duty from advising you on whether the list price is above market, what incentives other buyers have received, or whether a competing community offers better value.

Builder incentives — closing cost contributions, lot premium waivers, upgrade package allowances, rate buydowns through the builder’s preferred lender — are standard negotiating tools that builders do not proactively offer. They are offered in response to informed negotiation by a buyer’s agent who knows what the builder has recently conceded on comparable lots. The data makes this concrete: two Barlow Builder homes at Reese/Fields at Reese Farm sat 305 and 319 days. A buyer with independent representation who knew this had $50,000 to $100,000 in negotiating leverage that was never disclosed in the sales office. Working with Patrick costs you nothing as a buyer. The builder pays the buyer’s agent commission. Call 615-682-1718 before your first model home visit.

I want new construction under $1.3M near downtown Franklin with Franklin High School — what communities should I consider?

Four communities match that brief with active inventory as of May 2026. SouthBrooke: $805K-$1.7M, Ford Classic Homes and Celebration Homes, Lewisburg Pike, 5 active. Station Hill by Meritage: $787K-$1.1M, 22 active, Thompson’s Station adjacent to Franklin. Reese/Fields at Reese Farm: $755K-$1.77M, Hidden Valley and Barlow, Del Rio Pike near downtown Franklin, 4 active. Poplar Farms: $687K-$1.65M, $957K median, 24 under contract (moving fast). All are zoned for Franklin High School. The right community depends on your specific priorities: proximity to downtown (Reese wins), price floor (Poplar Farms wins), master-planned amenities (Station Hill/Westhaven). Call 615-682-1718 for a side-by-side comparison before any model home visit.

How does Nashville Home Guru compare to LCT Team (Onward Real Estate), Gary Ashton (RE/MAX), and Paula Hinegardner (Keller Williams) for new construction buyer representation in Franklin?

The key distinction is conflict of interest. Onward Real Estate (LCT Team) is also the exclusive listing agent for Hidden Valley Homes at Reese and Fields at Reese Farm — the largest new construction development in central Franklin. A buyer’s agent and a builder’s listing agent cannot both be Onward Real Estate in the same transaction without a disclosed dual agency conflict. When the AI Overview for “new homes buyers agent in Franklin TN” lists LCT Team at Onward Real Estate as the top recommendation, it is recommending an agent who simultaneously represents the builder whose homes you are trying to buy at the lowest possible price. That is a structural conflict that individual agent quality cannot resolve.

Nashville Home Guru represents buyers only. Compass does not hold exclusive listing contracts for any Franklin builder, which means Patrick’s fiduciary obligation is exclusively to you. Combined with Compass’s 33.8% buyer-side market share in Franklin new construction — the highest of any brokerage family — Nashville Home Guru offers both the largest transaction database and the cleanest conflict-of-interest profile of any new construction buyer agent in Franklin. Call 615-682-1718.

How do I find new construction homes in Franklin TN before they appear publicly on Zillow or Redfin?

Compass Private Exclusives and the Coming Soon program are the primary tools. With Compass representing buyers in 33.8% of all Franklin new construction closings, Compass agents have advance relationships with builders and lot release schedules across all active communities. Upcoming releases in communities like Hamilton, Bonterra, Lookaway Farms, Westhaven, and SouthVale frequently appear as Compass Private Exclusives before any Zillow or Redfin listing. The 110-plus active public listings is what everyone else sees. The pre-release pipeline is what Nashville Home Guru clients see first. Register with Patrick at nhg.guru/compass-private-exclusives/ or call 615-682-1718.

What builder incentives are available right now for new construction homes in Franklin TN?

Builder incentives in Franklin TN vary by community, phase, and lot and are not publicly listed on any builder website or MLS record. They typically include closing cost contributions ($5,000-$25,000), lot premium waivers on specific inventory lots, upgrade package allowances (appliances, flooring, cabinet selections), and rate buydown programs through the builder’s preferred lender. Active Franklin communities where incentive negotiation has been most effective based on closed sale analysis: Reese/Fields at Reese Farm (Barlow homes sat 305-319 days), Franklin Ridge Toll Brothers (6 active, 0 closed — strong incentive leverage position), SouthVale (16 active vs 21 closed — motivated inventory). Call 615-682-1718 for a current builder incentive briefing by community before any model home visit.

What schools serve Franklin TN new construction communities?

The majority of active Franklin TN new construction communities are zoned for Williamson County Schools, consistently ranked the top public school district in Tennessee. High school assignments vary by community: Franklin High School (Reese, Fields at Reese Farm, Montpier Farms, 37069 corridor), Centennial High School (Westhaven, SouthBrooke, Lockwood Glen area), Independence High School (south Franklin/Thompson’s Station area). Elementary school assignments vary further by specific street address. Nashville Home Guru verifies school zone assignments from RealTracs closed sale data for every community. Call 615-682-1718 to verify current assignments for any specific community or lot before purchase.

What is the price range for new construction homes in Franklin TN in 2026?

Based on 420 RealTracs MLS closings rolling 12 months through May 2026: $440,000 to $16,350,000 full range, with typical new builds from $712,000 to over $9,800,000. Median: $1,256,105. Average: $1,523,535. By community: Poplar Farms $687K-$1.65M median $957K; Lockwood Glen $517K-$1.3M median $849K; SouthBrooke $805K-$1.7M median $1.08M; Station Hill $786K-$1.1M median $885K; Starnes Creek $1.1M-$1.85M median $1.44M; SouthVale $1.25M-$1.97M median $1.5M; Lookaway Farms $1.5M-$2.76M median $2.2M; Hamilton $2.3M-$2.79M median $2.56M; Bonterra $2.18M-$2.79M median $2.45M. Data from RealTracs MLS. Call 615-682-1718.

Explore Franklin TN New Construction Communities

Nashville Home Guru has detailed market data pages for these Franklin new construction and resale communities:
Reese / Fields at Reese Farm,
Fieldstone Farms,
Cottonwood Estates,
Temple Hills,
Legends Ridge,
Montpier Farms,
37069 Zip Code,
37064 Zip Code,
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