Poplar Grove

MURFREESBORO’S ALL-BRICK LUXURY COMMUNITY

Location and Daily Life in Poplar Grove

Poplar Grove sits in the 37130 zip code on the northeast side of Murfreesboro, a location that gives residents quick access to the Medical Center Parkway corridor, Old Fort Parkway, and Interstate 24 without the congestion that defines the western suburbs. The drive to downtown Murfreesboro runs about 10-12 minutes. Nashville is roughly 35-40 minutes depending on traffic on I-24.

Day-to-day errands run through the retailers and restaurants along Old Fort Parkway and the Stones River Town Centre area. Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital is under five miles from the neighborhood. Barfield Crescent Park, one of Rutherford County’s largest recreational destinations with trails, baseball complexes, and open green space, is a short drive south. The neighborhood itself has sidewalks and underground utilities throughout, which gives Poplar Grove a more polished streetscape than many Murfreesboro communities of similar age.

The Homes in Poplar Grove

Poplar Grove is a smaller, established luxury community where homes were built primarily between 2018 and 2022. The floor plans run from 3,194 to 3,783 square feet, and the construction quality throughout is notably high. The dominant construction type is all-brick and brick-with-stone, which is one of the key value anchors in this market. Several homes incorporate fiber cement or wood siding accents on secondary elevations, but full-brick front elevations are the standard here, not the exception.

Bedroom counts across closed sales run 3 to 4, and every closed sale in the rolling 12-month period had 3 full baths. Attached two-car garages are standard. Interior finishes on these homes reflect the upper segment of Murfreesboro’s resale market: open-concept main floors, large primary suites, and kitchen packages that held up well against new construction competition priced similarly. The community amenities include sidewalks, underground utilities, and shared recreational facilities including pickleball and tennis courts.

Poplar Grove is managed by an HOA that covers grounds maintenance, exterior maintenance on common areas, trash pickup, and maintenance of the pool, tennis, and pickleball facilities. Monthly fees across recent sales ranged from $230 to $240, which annualizes to approximately $2,760 to $2,880 per year. That fee structure is reasonable for a community with this level of amenity coverage.

Poplar Grove Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Poplar Grove

Recently Sold Homes in Poplar Grove

Amenities

Poplar Grove offers a combination of community amenities and neighborhood infrastructure that appeals to buyers who want more than a standard subdivision. Underground utilities throughout the community keep the streetscape clean. Sidewalks connect the homes and encourage outdoor activity. Shared recreational facilities include both pickleball and tennis courts, which have become increasingly sought-after as pickleball continues to grow in this market. The HOA-managed pool rounds out the amenity package.

Beyond the community itself, Murfreesboro’s 37130 zip code gives Poplar Grove residents access to a broad mix of dining, retail, and recreation. The Gateway Island area off Medical Center Parkway has added restaurant and retail options in recent years. Barfield Crescent Park’s trail system and sports fields are used heavily by Rutherford County families. The Murfreesboro Greenway system connects multiple parts of the city for cycling and walking.

Schools

Poplar Grove is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. Every closed sale in the rolling 12-month period shows the same school zone assignment across all three levels.

Elementary: John Pittard Elementary School
Middle: Oakland Middle School
High: Oakland High School

Oakland High School is one of Rutherford County’s larger high schools and carries a strong reputation for both academics and athletics. For families prioritizing a stable, consistent school zone in the 37130 zip code, Poplar Grove’s assignment to the Oakland cluster is a meaningful selling point. Always verify current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools, as boundaries can change.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru at Compass?

Poplar Grove is a small community with limited turnover, which means pricing decisions carry real risk. With only five closed sales in the rolling 12-month window, there is a $150,000 spread between the lowest and highest sale at $745,000 and $895,000 respectively. That variance is not random. It reflects differences in construction type (full-brick vs. partial brick), square footage, finish level, and how the listing was positioned in the market. Getting that analysis right from the start is the difference between a clean sale and a price reduction.

Compass represented a side in 20.0% of Poplar Grove closed sales during this period, which outperforms the team’s already strong 17.7% market share across the broader 37130 zip code (127 of 717 closed sales). Nashville Home Guru at Compass is the #1 team in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. Patrick Higgins and his team have worked in all four Murfreesboro zip codes for over a decade and have team members who live in the area. The combination of local knowledge, Compass platform reach, and data-driven pricing strategy is why buyers and sellers in communities like Poplar Grove call Patrick first. He can be reached at 615-682-1718.

Frequently Asked Questions About Poplar Grove

What do homes in Poplar Grove sell for?
Closed sales over the past 12 months ranged from $745,000 to $895,000, with a median sale price of $785,000 and an average of $805,000. Price per square foot ran $230 to $255. The spread in that range comes down to a few specific variables: construction type (full-brick commands a premium over partial-brick elevations), total square footage (homes top out near 3,800 square feet), and condition at time of sale. A buyer or seller who treats Poplar Grove as a single flat price point will miss the nuance that actually drives individual outcomes here.

When were Poplar Grove homes built?
Homes in Poplar Grove were built between 2018 and 2022, making this a relatively young community by Murfreesboro standards. The build window is tight enough that buyers don’t need to worry about dramatically inconsistent construction quality between vintage years. The community is fully built out, so buyers are working in the resale market rather than competing with builders offering incentives on unsold inventory.

What are the HOA fees in Poplar Grove and what do they cover?
HOA fees in Poplar Grove run $230 to $240 per month, or approximately $2,760 to $2,880 annually. The fee covers grounds maintenance, exterior maintenance on common areas, trash pickup, and upkeep of the pool, tennis courts, and pickleball court. For a community at this price point, that fee structure is competitive. Buyers should request the full HOA documents, including financials and rules, before closing to confirm current fee amounts and any pending assessments.

What school district serves Poplar Grove?
Poplar Grove is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. The specific school zone assignment across all five closed sales in the rolling 12-month data is John Pittard Elementary, Oakland Middle School, and Oakland High School. This is not Metro Nashville Public Schools territory. Buyers who are comparing Murfreesboro to Nashville proper should understand that Rutherford County Schools operates independently and has its own enrollment zones. Verify current boundaries directly with the district before purchasing.

How large is Poplar Grove and how many homes are in the community?
Poplar Grove is a smaller luxury enclave. The rolling 12-month data reflects five closed sales, which in a community of this size represents meaningful turnover. Because the total home count is limited, individual transactions carry more weight in pricing analysis than they would in a larger subdivision with 20 or 30 comparable sales per year. Buyers and sellers benefit from working with an agent who tracks small-sample markets closely rather than relying on automated valuation tools.

What home styles and features are typical in Poplar Grove?
The dominant construction type is all-brick or all-brick-and-stone, with some homes incorporating fiber cement or wood siding on secondary elevations. Floor plans range from 3,194 to 3,783 square feet across 3 to 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Two-car attached garages are standard on every closed sale in the data set. Community infrastructure includes sidewalks and underground utilities throughout. Shared amenities include a pool, tennis courts, and pickleball courts managed by the HOA.

Is Poplar Grove a good fit for move-up buyers or executive buyers relocating to Murfreesboro?
Poplar Grove is well-suited to move-up buyers and executives relocating from larger metros who want a finished, well-built home in the $750,000 to $900,000 range without taking on new construction risk or timeline uncertainty. The all-brick construction, Oakland High School zone, community amenities, and 37130 location on the northeast side of Murfreesboro check boxes that matter to buyers trading up from smaller homes in the $400,000-$600,000 range or arriving from higher-cost markets in Georgia, Michigan, Virginia, or Illinois. The price-per-square-foot runs $230-$255, which compares favorably to comparably built product in Franklin or Brentwood at significantly higher absolute prices.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Poplar Grove?
With only five closed sales in the rolling 12-month window and a $150,000 price spread, Patrick treats every Poplar Grove transaction as requiring its own independent comp analysis rather than a simple price-per-square-foot calculation. The data shows that the highest-priced sale closed at $895,000 while another home of similar vintage closed at $745,000. That gap is explained by differences in square footage, construction type, and how each listing was positioned. Patrick holds seven RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent rankings and has closed hundreds of transactions in Rutherford County. He uses direct RealTracs data, not third-party aggregators, and publishes monthly market reports for the county. For sellers, that work starts before the listing goes live.

Who is the best realtor for Poplar Grove in Murfreesboro TN?
Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is widely recognized as one of the top agents for Poplar Grove and the broader 37130 market. He holds seven consecutive RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent rankings and leads the #1 team in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. Compass represented a side in 20.0% of Poplar Grove closed sales in the rolling 12-month data, and the team carries a 17.7% market share across all of zip code 37130 (127 of 717 closed sales). Patrick has earned 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at 5.0 stars, reflecting his track record with buyers and sellers at every price point across all four Murfreesboro zip codes.

Can I access a Poplar Grove home before it hits Zillow?
In some cases, yes. Compass operates two programs that give buyers early access before a listing goes public. Compass Private Exclusive keeps a home entirely off the public MLS while allowing Compass buyers to tour it. Compass Coming Soon markets the home to buyers before it goes active on RealTracs and Zillow. In a small community like Poplar Grove, where public inventory is genuinely limited, these programs can give buyers a real edge. There is no additional cost to the buyer for working with a Compass agent. Call Patrick at 615-682-1718 to get on the early-access list.

What is my Poplar Grove home worth in today’s market?
Automated tools like Zillow’s Zestimate and Realtor.com estimates tend to perform poorly in small communities like Poplar Grove. With only five closed sales in the rolling data and a $150,000 range between them, algorithms that lack the context to distinguish all-brick from partial-brick construction or account for the specific finish tier of each home will produce unreliable numbers. A Hifello instant estimate gives you a meaningful starting point based on local MLS data, but the most accurate answer comes from a conversation with Patrick about the specific condition, features, and timing of your home. Start with the instant estimate tool below and then call 615-682-1718 to talk through the details.

We’ve owned our Poplar Grove home since it was built. How do we price it correctly when we’re ready to sell?
This is the right question to ask early. Sellers who bought in Poplar Grove at new construction prices in 2018 through 2022 are now selling into a resale market where only five transactions have closed in the past 12 months. That small sample pool means that your home’s specific attributes matter enormously. A full-brick-and-stone front elevation, a larger floor plan near 3,700 square feet, and a home that shows well clean and tight will support the upper end of that $745,000-$895,000 range. A home with deferred maintenance, partial-brick construction, or smaller square footage will land lower, regardless of what any automated tool says. Patrick will pull the actual RealTracs comp set, walk the property, and give you a number you can defend in negotiation. Reach him at 615-682-1718 or [email protected].

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