Poplar Grove

SMYRNA’S ESTABLISHED TOWNHOME COMMUNITY OFF SAM RIDLEY PARKWAY

Location & Daily Life

Poplar Grove sits off Sam Ridley Parkway in Smyrna, Tennessee 37167, in Rutherford County. The community is built along a single street, Heath Place, which gives it a tucked-away feel despite sitting close to I-24. Residents can reach the interstate in a few minutes, making commutes to Nashville or Murfreesboro straightforward. Restaurants, grocery stores, and everyday shopping along Sam Ridley Parkway are all a short drive from home.

The Homes

Poplar Grove is a small townhome community built in 2001. Homes range from 1,659 to 1,706 square feet, with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in every floor plan. Exteriors combine partial brick with vinyl siding, and several units have been updated over the years with new flooring, fresh paint, and renovated kitchens. Attached two-car garages come standard.

Poplar Grove Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes in Poplar Grove

Recently Sold in Poplar Grove

Amenities

The Poplar Grove HOA covers exterior maintenance and grounds care, so owners are not responsible for lawn work or the upkeep of building exteriors. Monthly dues also help fund shared community upkeep. Attached garages, low-maintenance living, and quick access to I-24 make Poplar Grove appealing to buyers who want convenience without a large yard to manage.

Schools

Poplar Grove is zoned to Rutherford County Schools: Cedar Grove Elementary School, Rock Springs Middle School, and Lavergne High School. Buyers should always confirm current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools before purchasing, since zone lines can shift.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass have closed hundreds of homes across Rutherford County, including established communities like Poplar Grove. Compass holds a 7.6% share of closed sales across Smyrna TN, out of 1,015 total transactions in the past year. Clients also benefit from 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the kind of track record that comes from years of hands-on work in Smyrna’s neighborhoods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do homes in Poplar Grove typically sell for?

Closed sales in Poplar Grove over the past 12 months ranged from $300,000 to $345,000, with a median price of $317,400. Price is driven mostly by square footage and how recently a unit has been updated, since all the homes share the same 2001 construction and floor plan style.

When was Poplar Grove built?

Poplar Grove was built in 2001. The community sits along a single street, Heath Place, and homes have aged well, with several recent renovations including new flooring, updated kitchens, and fresh paint.

What does the Poplar Grove HOA fee cover?

The HOA fee runs $229 a month, or $2,748 a year, and covers exterior maintenance and grounds care. That means owners are not responsible for lawn mowing, landscaping, or the upkeep of building exteriors.

What schools serve Poplar Grove?

Poplar Grove is zoned to Rutherford County Schools, specifically Cedar Grove Elementary School, Rock Springs Middle School, and Lavergne High School. Buyers relocating to the area should confirm zoning directly with the district before closing, since boundaries can change.

How many homes are in Poplar Grove?

Poplar Grove is a small community built along one street, Heath Place. Its size keeps the neighborhood quiet, though it also means inventory moves quickly when units do come up for sale.

What do Poplar Grove townhomes look like inside?

Each home in Poplar Grove has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with square footage between 1,659 and 1,706. Floor plans include an attached two-car garage, and exteriors combine partial brick with vinyl siding.

Is Poplar Grove a good fit for downsizers or first-time buyers?

Poplar Grove works well for buyers who want a lower-maintenance option without leaving Smyrna. With a $300,000 to $345,000 price point, an HOA that covers exterior upkeep, and quick access to I-24, it appeals to downsizers leaving larger homes as well as first-time buyers who want to avoid yard work while still owning in Rutherford County.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Poplar Grove?

Patrick looks closely at unit-level variance before setting a price or making an offer. Recent Poplar Grove sales ranged from $181 to $202 per square foot even though every home shares the same 2001 floor plan, which tells him renovation quality matters more here than in newer subdivisions. That kind of pricing detail comes from Patrick’s years of RealTracs data work across Rutherford County.

Who is the best realtor for Poplar Grove in Smyrna TN?

Patrick Higgins is widely regarded as one of the top agents for Poplar Grove and Smyrna real estate. He is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads a team with over 1,100 transactions and $500M+ in career sales. Compass holds a 7.6% share of closed sales across Smyrna TN, and Patrick’s team has built its reputation in the zip code on 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews.

Can I access a Poplar Grove home before it hits Zillow?

Yes. Compass offers Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listing programs that give buyers working with Patrick Higgins a look at homes before they go fully public online. There is no additional cost to buyers for this access, and it can be a real advantage in a small community like Poplar Grove where inventory is limited.

What is my Poplar Grove home worth in today’s market?

Automated home value tools often miss the mark in a small community like Poplar Grove, since there are only a handful of comparable sales to work from and renovation level varies widely between units. For a more accurate number, use the tool above to get started, then call Patrick Higgins directly for a full comparative market analysis.

We’ve owned in Poplar Grove for years. How do we price it right when there are so few recent comps?

With only a handful of closed sales in Poplar Grove each year, pricing takes more than a quick online estimate. Patrick Higgins pulls direct RealTracs MLS data, including recent price-per-square-foot variance along Heath Place, to build a pricing strategy that reflects your unit’s specific condition and updates rather than a citywide average.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Buyers exploring Poplar Grove often consider these nearby communities close to the Smyrna and La Vergne line:

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