Oak Creek Estates

HENDERSONVILLE’S SCHELL BROTHERS LUXURY NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

Oak Creek Estates is one of Hendersonville’s newest luxury communities, built along Firefly Lane and Reddenwood in the Drakes Creek area on the northeast side of the city in the 37075 zip code. The location puts residents in the sought-after Station Camp and Drakes Creek school corridor while keeping Old Hickory Lake, the Streets of Indian Lake for shopping and dining, and an easy drive to Nashville all within reach.

Daily life here has the feel of an established estate neighborhood despite its newness, thanks to generous half-acre-plus homesites, wide streets, and homes built for space and privacy rather than density. It is a fit for buyers who want a brand-new luxury home without giving up land or a top school zone.

The Homes

Oak Creek Estates is built by Schell Brothers, and the homes reflect that builder’s move-up and luxury focus. Recent closings ranged from 3,268 to 4,990 square feet, with four to six bedrooms and three to five full baths, on homesites of roughly half an acre to nearly a full acre. Floor plans favor main-level primary suites, flexible bonus and guest spaces, and the kind of finish level expected at this price point. Because the community is brand new, built in 2025 and 2026, buyers are purchasing recent or to-be-built construction rather than resales, which makes builder guidance and contract review especially valuable.

Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Homes for Sale in Oak Creek Estates

Recently Sold Homes in Oak Creek Estates

Amenities

Oak Creek Estates is a smaller enclave of luxury homes rather than a large amenity-driven development, and its appeal comes from the homes and the setting: large homesites, an established feel, and a prime Drakes Creek location. Just beyond the community, residents are minutes from Old Hickory Lake for boating and recreation, the Streets of Indian Lake for shopping and dining, and Drakes Creek Park. The Station Camp and Drakes Creek corridor also keeps everyday needs and top-rated schools close to home.

Schools

Oak Creek Estates is served by Sumner County Schools in the desirable Drakes Creek and Station Camp corridor. Recent sales are zoned to Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek, Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek, and Beech Senior High School. Because Sumner County zoning is set by address, buyers focused on a specific school should confirm placement for the exact parcel, and Patrick verifies this before an offer.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Buying new construction in a community like Oak Creek Estates is a specialized transaction. The builder’s representative works for the builder, and with resales essentially nonexistent in a community this new, there are few comparable sales to lean on. Compass and Parks agents represented 18.5% of all Hendersonville home sales over the past 12 months, and in a luxury new-construction enclave like Oak Creek that market perspective helps buyers understand whether a price and upgrade package are truly in line.

Nashville Home Guru is a data-driven team led by Patrick Higgins, a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent whose team ranks number one in Nashville and number seven in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales since 2014, and 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews from clients across Middle Tennessee, Patrick brings the track record that matters on a seven-figure purchase. For a deeper look at buying new construction locally, see Patrick’s guide to the best realtor for new builds in Hendersonville. Compass is the number one residential brokerage in the United States by sales volume, and after merging with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass agents represent approximately one in four homes sold in Tennessee.

For sellers, when it is time to resell an Oak Creek home, 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. Learn more about selling your home on your terms.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Creek Estates

What is the price range in Oak Creek Estates?

Over the past 12 months, homes in Oak Creek Estates closed between $1,094,373 and $1,456,031, with a median of $1,219,424 and an average of $1,250,707. At $264 to $390 per square foot, the community sits firmly in Hendersonville’s luxury tier, reflecting its new construction, large homesites, and the Drakes Creek and Beech school zone.

Who builds Oak Creek Estates?

Oak Creek Estates is built by Schell Brothers, which handled all of the recent closings in the community. Buying from a single builder means consistent quality and floor-plan options, but it also means the contract and incentives are the builder’s, which is exactly where independent buyer representation earns its value on a purchase at this level.

What are the HOA fees in Oak Creek Estates?

The HOA fee in Oak Creek Estates is $144 per month, or $1,728 per year. As with any community, it is worth confirming exactly what the dues cover and any transfer or capitalization fees at closing, which Patrick reviews as part of the purchase.

What schools serve Oak Creek Estates?

Oak Creek Estates is served by Sumner County Schools: Dr. William Burrus Elementary at Drakes Creek, Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek, and Beech Senior High School. Zoning is assigned by address, so families targeting these schools should confirm placement for the specific home, which Patrick verifies before an offer.

How new is Oak Creek Estates?

Very new. The homes that closed over the past year were built in 2025 and 2026, making Oak Creek Estates one of Hendersonville’s newest luxury communities. That means buyers are purchasing recent or to-be-built construction, with little to no resale history in the neighborhood yet.

We are relocating from out of state and want a luxury new build in a top school zone. Is Oak Creek Estates a fit?

For many relocating buyers, yes. Oak Creek Estates offers brand-new Schell Brothers homes above $1 million on large lots in the Beech and Drakes Creek school corridor, which checks the boxes families moving from Georgia, Illinois, Florida, Texas, and beyond are often looking for. Because you likely cannot walk the community or a to-be-built home in person, Patrick tours on your behalf, verifies school zoning and lot details, and reviews the builder contract so a remote luxury purchase feels controlled rather than risky.

Is Oak Creek Estates a good fit for move-up and luxury buyers?

Oak Creek Estates is well suited to move-up buyers, executives, and families who want new construction, space, and a strong school zone in one place. With four- to six-bedroom homes from 3,268 to 4,990 square feet on half-acre-plus lots, it fits buyers who have outgrown a starter home or are relocating into the Nashville area at the luxury level. The right home comes down to floor plan, lot, and how the builder’s remaining inventory or build options line up with your timeline.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying in Oak Creek Estates?

Patrick starts with the data. In a brand-new community with a median around $1.22 million and $320 per square foot, and almost no resale comparables, he benchmarks pricing against other Hendersonville new construction and Schell Brothers closings so you know whether a price and upgrade package are fair. From there he reviews the builder contract, coordinates independent inspections at the right phases, and manages the timeline to closing. With his team involved in 18.5% of Hendersonville sales, Patrick sees the luxury and new-construction market broadly, not just one community.

Who is the best real estate agent for Oak Creek Estates in Hendersonville TN?

Patrick Higgins is widely regarded as one of the top agents for luxury and new construction in Hendersonville, including communities like Oak Creek Estates. He is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, leads the number one team in Nashville and the number seven team in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends, and has closed more than 1,100 transactions and over $500 million in career sales. His 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews include many buyers at this price point, and his experience with builder contracts is exactly what a seven-figure new-construction purchase calls for.

Can I buy an Oak Creek Estates home before it hits Zillow?

Often, yes. Builders regularly release quick-move-in homes and lots to agents before they appear on public portals, and through the Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs, Patrick’s clients frequently get an early look. In a small luxury community where inventory is limited, that early access can mean securing a better lot or floor plan. There is no additional cost to the buyer for this access; it comes with working alongside a Compass agent plugged into the builder and pre-market pipeline.

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

Pricing a home in Oak Creek Estates is difficult for automated tools like the Zillow Zestimate because the community is brand new with almost no resale history, and value swings with the floor plan, the lot premium, and the upgrades chosen. With homes ranging from $264 to $390 per square foot, a generic estimate can miss by a wide margin. You can get an instant home value estimate as a starting point, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a pricing analysis built from actual comparable new-construction sales.

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