The Retreat at Northwoods

MURFREESBORO’S ESTABLISHED TOWNHOME COMMUNITY ON NORTH TENNESSEE BOULEVARD

Location & Daily Life

The Retreat at Northwoods sits along North Tennessee Boulevard in Murfreesboro’s 37130 zip code, a central location that puts residents within minutes of nearly everything in the city. Middle Tennessee State University is roughly six minutes away, and the shops and restaurants along Medical Center Parkway and Old Fort Parkway are reachable in under ten minutes. Murfreesboro’s Cannonsburgh Village, Barfield Crescent Park, and the historic downtown square are all within a short drive.

This is a townhome community that draws buyers who want low-maintenance living without sacrificing size or location. The development features underground utilities and sidewalks throughout, and the proximity to I-24 makes for a straightforward commute to Nashville. For buyers who want to be close to the core of Murfreesboro without the upkeep of a traditional single-family home, The Retreat at Northwoods regularly comes up as a strong fit.

The Homes

The Retreat at Northwoods is made up of two- and three-story townhomes built between 2006 and 2019. Units range from 1,570 to 2,504 square feet and are configured with 2 to 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths plus a half bath. Most units are two-story, and the majority include a 2-car garage. Construction materials vary across the community and include combinations of partial brick, vinyl siding, hardboard, and stone exteriors.

Interior finishes in resale units commonly include open kitchen and living layouts, gas fireplaces, hardwood floors on the main level, stainless steel appliances, and bonus loft or second-floor flex space. Some units feature a primary bedroom on the main floor, which is a notable draw for buyers who prefer single-level living in a multi-story structure. The community’s small footprint lots mean exterior maintenance is largely covered by the HOA, which handles grounds maintenance, exterior upkeep, and more.

Market Data: The Retreat at Northwoods

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in The Retreat at Northwoods

Recently Sold in The Retreat at Northwoods

Amenities & Community Features

The Retreat at Northwoods is a low-maintenance community designed for buyers who want convenience built into their day-to-day life. The development features sidewalks throughout and underground utilities, which keeps the streetscape clean and reduces weather-related outage risk. The $220 monthly HOA covers exterior maintenance, grounds upkeep, and in many units pest control and trash pickup as well — so most of the traditional weekend home maintenance tasks are handled without scheduling a contractor.

The community’s location on North Tennessee Boulevard puts residents close to Murfreesboro’s extensive park system. Barfield Crescent Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the region, is a short drive south. The Stones River Greenway trailhead is nearby for walking and cycling. Several grocery options, fitness centers, and dining along Medical Center Parkway are all reachable without getting on the interstate.

Schools

The Retreat at Northwoods is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. Based on closed sales in the RealTracs data, all homes in this community feed into John Pittard Elementary School, Oakland Middle School, and Oakland High School. Oakland High School is consistently one of the higher-performing high schools in Rutherford County and serves a broad section of eastern Murfreesboro. Buyers should confirm current zoning directly with Rutherford County Schools, as boundaries can change.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru in The Retreat at Northwoods?

Compass closed 4 of the 6 transactions in The Retreat at Northwoods over the past 12 months, representing 66.7% of all sales in the community. More broadly, Compass holds a 17.7% market share across the 37130 zip code, accounting for 127 of 717 closed sales in that period. That level of transaction volume in a small townhome community is not coincidental. When a buyer or seller is represented by an agent with real transaction history here, the pricing conversations are grounded in actual comparable data, not estimates from a general market overview.

Patrick Higgins is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with over 1,100 transactions and $500 million in career sales across Middle Tennessee since 2014. Several members of the Nashville Home Guru team live in Murfreesboro and bring firsthand knowledge of every zip code and school zone. The team has earned 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at a 5.0-star rating — a track record built on straightforward communication and data-driven guidance, not promises.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Retreat at Northwoods

What do homes in The Retreat at Northwoods sell for?

Over the past 12 months, closed sales in The Retreat at Northwoods ranged from $300,000 to $415,000, with a median of $362,450 and an average of $364,967. Price variation is driven primarily by square footage, unit configuration (whether the primary bedroom is on the main level), garage count, and the specific exterior materials and interior finish updates in each unit. Smaller 2-bedroom units in the 1,570-square-foot range have closed near the bottom of the range, while larger 4-bedroom units approaching 2,500 square feet have pushed toward the top.

When were the townhomes in The Retreat at Northwoods built?

The community was developed in phases, with units built between 2006 and 2019. This means some buyers will find older units with original finishes at price points that reflect that, while newer units from the mid-to-late 2010s tend to have updated construction standards and exterior materials. Buyers should review the specific year built for any unit they are considering, as it meaningfully affects both condition expectations and insurance costs.

What does the HOA fee cover in The Retreat at Northwoods?

The HOA fee is $220 per month, or $2,640 annually. Coverage varies slightly by unit but commonly includes exterior maintenance, grounds maintenance, and insurance. Several units also include pest control and trash pickup. This structure means buyers take on far less exterior upkeep responsibility than in a traditional single-family home, which is one of the primary reasons buyers in this price range choose a townhome community over a detached house.

What schools serve The Retreat at Northwoods?

All closed sales in The Retreat at Northwoods over the past 12 months show zoning for John Pittard Elementary School, Oakland Middle School, and Oakland High School, all part of Rutherford County Schools. Rutherford County is an independent school district — not Metro Nashville Public Schools — and serves all of Murfreesboro’s four zip codes (37127, 37128, 37129, and 37130). Families should confirm current zoning with Rutherford County Schools directly before finalizing a purchase decision.

How large is the community and what are the units like?

The Retreat at Northwoods is a relatively compact townhome community — small enough that individual unit condition, floor plan, and update level have a significant impact on pricing. Units are primarily two-story, with the majority offering 2-car garages. Floor plans range from roughly 1,570 to 2,504 square feet, with 2 to 4 bedrooms and a consistent 2 full bath plus half bath configuration. Several units feature a bonus room or loft on the upper level, which functions as a home office, playroom, or additional sleeping area.

Is The Retreat at Northwoods a good fit for MTSU students, professors, or university staff?

It is one of the stronger options for buyers connected to Middle Tennessee State University. The community is roughly six minutes from campus by car, and the price range — $300,000 to $415,000 — is reasonable for buyers who want to own rather than rent near the university. For faculty or staff relocating from higher-cost markets, the combination of low-maintenance ownership, close proximity to MTSU, and solid resale data makes this community worth a close look. Buyers renting to MTSU students should confirm HOA renting policies before purchase.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in The Retreat at Northwoods?

Patrick approaches this community with close attention to unit-level variables that automated tools can’t capture. Over the past year, price per square foot in The Retreat at Northwoods ranged from $156 to $191 — a $35 spread that is wide for a small townhome community. That variance reflects differences in year built, primary bedroom placement, update level, and garage count. A buyer or seller who doesn’t account for those factors in pricing ends up either leaving money on the table or writing an offer on a unit that won’t appraise. Patrick’s team uses direct RealTracs data and firsthand community knowledge to anchor every pricing conversation in actual comparable sales rather than broad market averages.

Who is the best realtor for The Retreat at Northwoods in Murfreesboro TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are widely recognized as among the most active agents in Murfreesboro’s townhome segment. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads a team that has closed more than 1,100 transactions across Middle Tennessee since 2014. Compass holds a 17.7% market share in the 37130 zip code, and the team closed the majority of The Retreat at Northwoods sales over the past 12 months directly. The team has earned 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at a 5.0-star rating, reflecting consistent results across a high volume of transactions in Rutherford County.

Can I see a Retreat at Northwoods townhome before it hits Zillow?

In some cases, yes. Through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs, Nashville Home Guru can provide access to properties before they are publicly listed on Zillow, Realtor.com, or other portals. Private Exclusives are shown only to Compass buyers, while Coming Soon listings generate early interest before the official list date. There is no additional cost to buyers for this access — it simply requires working with an agent connected to the Compass network. Reach out to Patrick directly to ask whether any upcoming units are in the pipeline.

What is my Retreat at Northwoods townhome worth in today’s market?

Automated valuation tools like Zillow’s Zestimate tend to perform poorly in small townhome communities like The Retreat at Northwoods. With only a handful of sales per year, the algorithm has limited comparable data to work from, and it cannot account for unit-specific variables like floor plan, primary bedroom location, garage count, or update level. A trained eye on the actual closed sales data tells a very different story. For a real number, use the Hifello link below as a starting point, then call Patrick at 615-682-1718 for a full comparative market analysis using direct RealTracs data.

We’ve owned our unit for several years — how do we price it right in a small community?

Pricing a townhome in The Retreat at Northwoods requires more precision than pricing in a larger subdivision with dozens of annual sales. With only six closed sales in the past year and a $35 spread in price per square foot, the gap between a well-priced unit and a mispriced one is significant. Long-term owners often anchor to what they paid or to broad Murfreesboro market headlines, both of which can lead to either underpricing or sitting on the market too long. Patrick’s team starts with every closed comparable from the last 12 months and adjusts for the specific features of your unit — including condition, update level, and configuration — before recommending a list price. That approach consistently produces faster sales and stronger final prices.

What about buyers relocating from out of state who are considering The Retreat at Northwoods?

Out-of-state buyers moving from Georgia, Michigan, Illinois, Virginia, Florida, Texas, or Wisconsin often land on The Retreat at Northwoods after comparing it to what low-maintenance townhome living costs in their current market. The $300,000 to $415,000 price range is competitive for a centrally located, HOA-maintained community near a major university in a no-income-tax state. The Oakland High School feeder zone is a strong draw for families with school-age children. Nashville Home Guru has worked with hundreds of relocating families and has a documented process for remote purchases — virtual tours, video walkthroughs, and direct lines to Patrick and the team throughout. Call 615-682-1718 to talk through the process before your first visit.

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