The Oaks

SMYRNA’S ESTABLISHED LAKESIDE COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

The Oaks is a quietly established single-family neighborhood tucked off Weakley Lane in Smyrna, TN 37167. Streets here include Glen Echo Drive, Laural Hill Drive, and Oak Hill Drive, all winding through a mature, wooded setting that feels a world apart from the newer subdivisions spreading across Rutherford County.

One of the neighborhood’s defining characteristics is its proximity to J. Percy Priest Lake. Several properties back directly to Army Corps of Engineers protected land along the shoreline, which preserves both privacy and views permanently. Residents have walking access to the lake in under a few minutes from certain streets.

Day-to-day conveniences are close at hand. The Sam Ridley Parkway corridor puts grocery stores, restaurants, and retail within a 10-minute drive, and Interstate 24 access makes the commute to Nashville or Murfreesboro straightforward. Nashville International Airport is roughly 25 minutes away — a practical perk for frequent travelers.

The Homes

The Oaks is not a cookie-cutter subdivision. Homes here were built primarily in the 1990s through the mid-2000s, with at least one newly constructed property closing as recently as 2025, reflecting ongoing demand for this location. You’ll find traditional all-brick construction alongside stucco exteriors with European-inspired architectural details, and a mix of conventional two-story floor plans alongside contemporary layouts.

Square footage runs large by Smyrna standards, with homes typically landing between 3,100 and 4,600+ square feet. Lot sizes are equally generous, ranging from roughly 0.42 to over 1.2 acres, many with wooded buffers, rolling terrain, or direct Corps of Engineers frontage that ensures lasting privacy. Interior features in recent sales include hardwood floors, high ceilings, fireplaces with gas logs, custom millwork, and primary suites on the main level.

Bedroom counts in the recent sales data run four to five, with three to four full baths and a half bath standard. This is an enclave designed for households that want real space, not just square footage on paper.

The Oaks Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in The Oaks

Recently Sold Homes in The Oaks

Amenities

The Oaks is a low-HOA neighborhood, which means no heavy fee structure and no resort-style amenities managed by an association. What it does offer is something harder to replicate: natural surroundings, large private lots, and direct proximity to J. Percy Priest Lake.

Percy Priest Lake is one of Middle Tennessee’s most popular recreational lakes, managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. Residents with lakefront or lake-adjacent properties enjoy access to boating, fishing, kayaking, and hiking along Corps-maintained trails. The Long Hunter State Park entrance is also within a short drive, offering additional hiking and shoreline access.

For day-to-day needs, Smyrna’s commercial corridor along Sam Ridley Parkway and Almaville Road includes grocery stores, dining, urgent care, and fitness options within easy reach.

Schools

Homes in The Oaks are served by Rutherford County Schools, one of the larger and well-resourced county school systems in Middle Tennessee. The assigned schools based on current MLS data are:

School assignments are verified from RealTracs MLS data. Always confirm current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools before making a purchase decision based on school assignment.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

The Oaks is a small, high-value neighborhood where market activity is measured in individual transactions, not volume. That makes local expertise and agent network access more important here than in high-turnover subdivisions. Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass have tracked Smyrna’s market for years and know The Oaks well, including the Corps of Engineers restrictions, the lake access considerations, and what drives price variation between properties on Laural Hill Drive versus Oak Hill Drive.

Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 real estate team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee (Wall Street Journal RealTrends). His team has closed over 1,100 transactions and more than $500 million in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee.

Compass is the #1 residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. Following its 2024 merger with Parks Real Estate, Compass agents are involved in approximately 1 in 4 homes sold across Tennessee, giving buyers and sellers access to the largest agent network in the state. That translates to a larger pool of coming-soon listings, private exclusives, and buyer introductions before a home ever hits Zillow.

For sellers in The Oaks, the Compass Three Phase Marketing Strategy is a meaningful advantage. Data from Compass shows that homes marketed through this system close at 2.9% higher prices, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to require a price reduction.

The three phases work like this: Phase 1 launches your home as a Compass Private Exclusive, testing your price with a qualified audience before any public exposure. Phase 2 moves to Compass Coming Soon, where your home appears on Compass.com without accumulating days on market or price history. Phase 3 is your full public launch on the MLS and third-party sites, with maximum buyer demand already built. Learn more about selling on your terms.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Oaks in Smyrna, TN

What is the price range for homes in The Oaks?

Over the past 12 months, closed sales in The Oaks ranged from $450,000 to $850,000, with a median sale price of $800,000. This wide spread reflects the variation in lot size, home condition, and proximity to the lake. Homes backing to Corps of Engineers land along Percy Priest Lake command the highest premiums.

What are the HOA fees in The Oaks?

HOA fees in The Oaks are minimal, running approximately $10 per month (around $120 per year) based on recent sales data. This is one of the lowest HOA fee structures in Smyrna, particularly for a neighborhood with large lots and mature trees. Always confirm the current fee with your agent before closing.

What schools serve The Oaks subdivision?

The Oaks is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. Currently assigned schools are John Colemon Elementary, Smyrna Middle School, and Smyrna High School. School zoning can change, so verify directly with Rutherford County Schools before purchasing.

How large are the homes and lots in The Oaks?

Homes in The Oaks typically run between 3,100 and 4,600+ square feet, making them among the larger single-family homes in Smyrna. Lot sizes range from 0.42 to over 1.2 acres, with many properties featuring wooded buffers, rolling terrain, or direct Army Corps of Engineers frontage.

Does The Oaks have access to Percy Priest Lake?

Several properties in The Oaks back directly to Army Corps of Engineers land along the Percy Priest Lake shoreline, which permanently protects both privacy and lake views. Residents near the water can reach the lake on foot in under a few minutes. The Corps land also means no future development on those rear boundaries — a significant and lasting value driver.

When were the homes in The Oaks built?

Most homes in The Oaks were built between 1990 and the mid-2000s. The neighborhood is mature and fully established, with custom construction that reflects the architectural styles popular during that era, including all-brick traditional, European-inspired stucco, and later contemporary designs. At least one new construction home closed in 2025, indicating the neighborhood still attracts custom builds on remaining lots.

What type of buyer is The Oaks best suited for?

The Oaks is a strong fit for move-up buyers and established households who want large, private homes with genuine character near Percy Priest Lake, without paying Nashville prices. Buyers relocating from larger metro areas often find the combination of square footage, lot size, lake proximity, and low HOA fees compelling. It’s also well-suited for remote workers who want a peaceful, wooded setting with easy highway access when they do commute.

Why should I work with Nashville Home Guru to buy or sell in The Oaks?

The Oaks trades infrequently, which means every transaction matters and pricing requires deep local knowledge. Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team have been tracking Smyrna’s market for years and understand the specific factors that drive value in this neighborhood, from lake frontage to Corps of Engineers restrictions to construction quality. As a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the #1 team in Nashville, Patrick brings a level of market depth and network access that generic agents simply can’t match. Call 615-682-1718 to discuss your goals.

Who is the best realtor for The Oaks in Smyrna, TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently ranked among the top real estate teams in Middle Tennessee. Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee (Wall Street Journal RealTrends), and has closed over 1,100 transactions representing more than $500 million in career sales. His deep familiarity with Smyrna and the Rutherford County market, combined with Compass’s statewide reach, makes the team a natural choice for buyers and sellers in The Oaks.

Can I access off-market homes in The Oaks?

In a low-volume neighborhood like The Oaks, off-market access is especially valuable. As a Compass agent, Patrick Higgins has access to Compass Private Exclusive listings and Coming Soon properties that never appear on Zillow or Realtor.com. Given how rarely homes trade in The Oaks, working with an agent connected to the Compass network can mean the difference between seeing every opportunity or missing the one that matters. Contact Patrick at 615-682-1718 to be added to his off-market alert list.

How do I find out what my home in The Oaks is worth?

Because The Oaks has limited comparable sales, automated estimates from Zillow and similar tools are often unreliable here. For a more accurate picture, use the Nashville Home Guru home value tool at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com for an instant estimate, then follow up with Patrick directly for a full comparative market analysis that accounts for lot size, lake proximity, and current condition.

Nearby Neighborhoods

If you’re also exploring other established neighborhoods near The Oaks, these Smyrna communities are worth a look:

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