River Rest

FRANKLIN TN 37069 | HILLSBORO ROAD | CONDOS FROM $310K + SINGLE-FAMILY ESTATES | GRASSLAND SCHOOLS

Location and Daily Life in River Rest

River Rest sits off Hillsboro Road in Franklin’s 37069 zip code, one of the most coveted addresses in Williamson County. The community spans two distinct product types: attached condos and townhomes along Boxwood Drive and detached single-family homes in River Rest Estates, which runs along Blue Springs Road and the surrounding streets. Both sections share the same convenient location, the same top-rated schools, and the same community amenities.

The location is genuinely hard to beat. You are six miles from downtown Franklin’s Main Street shops and restaurants, and eight miles from the dining and retail at Green Hills. Hillsboro Road connects you to I-65 without fighting through the Cool Springs interchange, which makes a real difference during rush hour. Brentwood is five minutes north on the same road.

The neighborhood backs up to green space and seasonal creek views on several streets. It has the feel of an established community: mature trees, brick paver driveways on some homes, and neighbors who have lived here for years. You will not find this kind of tree canopy in newer Franklin subdivisions priced anywhere near the same range. Buyers comparing this corridor often also look at nearby Grassland Estates and Temple Hills.

The Homes in River Rest

River Rest was developed across multiple phases in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The original section along Boxwood Drive consists of attached townhomes and condos, including traditional townhouse units, flat condos, and garden-style condos. Recent condo and townhome sales ran from roughly 1,600 to 2,130 square feet and are typically two to three bedrooms, with the earliest units dating to 1975 and 1976.

River Rest Estates, the detached single-family section, offers a completely different price point and product. These homes ran from 1,496 to 2,761 square feet in recent sales, on larger lots with traditional architecture including Colonial, Ranch, and Traditional styles. Construction types include hardboard siding, partial brick with vinyl or wood siding, and fiber cement exteriors. Most homes have two-car garages and benefit from the mature landscaping that comes with more than 40 years of established growth.

Both sections are fully built out with no new construction. That means you are buying into a community with real character rather than waiting for landscaping to catch up. Homes have been updated at various points over the decades, so condition and finishes vary significantly from property to property, which creates genuine opportunities for buyers willing to do their homework.

River Rest Market Data (Rolling 12 Months)

The table below reflects closed sales across all River Rest sections over the past 12 months. Because the community includes both attached condos/townhomes and detached single-family homes at very different price points, the data is broken out by property type.

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

A note on the price-per-square-foot spread: the wide range across both sections (from $157 to $438) reflects real differences in condition, updates, and lot positioning rather than market volatility. Buyers comparing active listings should focus on price per square foot relative to specific updates rather than headline sale prices, which can be skewed by a single outlier transaction in either direction.

Active Homes for Sale in River Rest

River Rest turns over only a few dozen homes a year across both sections, so inventory can be thin. When homes do come available, they move quickly given the Grassland school zoning and Hillsboro Road location. Call 615-682-1718 for pre-market access to upcoming River Rest condos and single-family homes.

Recently Sold Homes in River Rest

Amenities

River Rest and River Rest Estates share community amenities that are maintained through the HOA. The community has two pools, which is notable for a neighborhood of this age and price tier. You will also find tennis courts and a playground, and several sold listings in the past year referenced clubhouse access as part of the community amenities package.

The higher HOA fees for the condo and townhome section reflect broader coverage than the single-family section. Condo HOA fees (approximately $410 to $430 per month) typically include exterior maintenance, grounds maintenance, insurance, and pool and tennis maintenance. Single-family HOA fees (approximately $75 per month) cover pool, tennis, and common area maintenance only, with exterior upkeep remaining the homeowner’s responsibility.

The area around River Rest provides additional lifestyle advantages. Hillsboro Road is a lower-traffic alternative to Franklin Road for getting to downtown Franklin and Brentwood. The Harpeth River Greenway is accessible within a short drive, and the Natchez Trace Parkway entry at Highway 100 is close enough for weekend cycling.

Schools Serving River Rest

River Rest falls within Williamson County Schools, consistently ranked among the top school districts in Tennessee. All 12 closed sales in the past 12 months confirmed the same feeder pattern.

Elementary: Grassland Elementary School. Grassland is one of the more sought-after elementary schools in the county, with a strong academic reputation and active parent involvement. It is a consistent reason buyers prioritize the 37069 zip code over neighboring areas.

Middle: Grassland Middle School. The Grassland feeder keeps students together through middle school, which families find valuable for continuity. The school is located on the same corridor as the elementary school.

High: Franklin High School. One of the traditional high schools in Franklin, it draws from the established western Franklin neighborhoods and has a long history in the community. Buyers comparing 37069 to the newer 37064 developments sometimes overlook the advantage of the Grassland-to-Franklin pipeline, which is a real differentiator. Verify current zoning directly with WCS if school assignment is a primary factor. Call 615-682-1718.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Compass and Parks agents represented 50% of all closed sales in River Rest over the past 12 months, with 6 of 12 transactions involving a Compass agent on either the listing or buying side. That level of market penetration means our agents see River Rest deals before and after they hit the public MLS, which matters in a community with limited turnover and high buyer demand.

Patrick Higgins has been recognized seven times as a RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 team in Tennessee by Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends. The Nashville Home Guru team has completed 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales across Middle Tennessee, and with 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, client feedback across the area reflects what the data already shows. We know this Hillsboro Road corridor in detail: what the price-per-square-foot spread actually means, which streets command premiums, and how updated versus as-is condition affects buyer negotiations in this specific community.

For sellers in River Rest, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers 2.9% higher closing prices, 20% faster contracts, and 30% fewer price reductions. On the $725,000 single-family median, 2.9% is $21,025, and in a community where individual home condition and updates vary significantly, getting the pre-marketing phase right is the difference between a strong offer and leaving money on the table. Learn more about selling your home on your terms. For buyers, Compass Private Exclusive access means you hear about River Rest properties before they go live on Zillow, which in a community this tight is a real advantage.

Frequently Asked Questions About River Rest

Is River Rest a good fit for buyers who want Grassland schools without a $1M-plus price tag?

Yes, and that is River Rest’s core advantage. It is one of the few 37069 communities where you can access the Grassland Elementary, Grassland Middle, and Franklin High feeder from the mid-$300,000s. Condos and townhomes on Boxwood Drive sold from $310,000 to $459,999 (median $335,000), and detached single-family homes in River Rest Estates sold from $640,000 to $930,250 (median $725,000). For a buyer who values the school zone and a six-mile drive to downtown Franklin over brand-new finishes, few communities in the zip code compete on price. Call 615-682-1718 for current availability.

How does Patrick Higgins approach pricing a home in River Rest?

River Rest is a condition-driven market. The price-per-square-foot spread ran from $157 to $438 over the past year, which is enormous for a single community and is explained almost entirely by updates and lot position rather than market timing. Patrick prices each home against the right sub-set of comparable River Rest sales (attached versus detached, updated versus original) instead of a blended community average that would misprice either product type. As a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the #1 Nashville team with 1,100+ transactions, that level of segmentation is what a two-product community requires. Call 615-682-1718.

Who is the best real estate agent for River Rest in Franklin TN?

Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is the top-producing agent in this corridor of Franklin. Compass and Parks handled 50% of River Rest transactions over the past 12 months (6 of 12) through the combined brokerage, giving him direct insight into what drives value in each section of the community. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by WSJ RealTrends, with 1,100+ transactions, $500M+ career sales, 100+ Google Reviews, and 87 Zillow Reviews. Reach him at 615-682-1718.

Can I find off-market or pre-market homes in River Rest?

Yes. Through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs, Nashville Home Guru clients sometimes access River Rest listings before they appear on Zillow or Realtor.com. In a community with limited annual turnover, this pre-market window can be the difference between being first in line and competing against multiple offers, and working with a Compass buyer’s agent carries no additional cost to the buyer. Contact Patrick at 615-682-1718 to discuss current off-market opportunities.

What is my River Rest home worth right now?

With the wide price-per-square-foot range across River Rest, from $157 to $438 per square foot over the past year, a meaningful home value estimate depends heavily on your specific section, condition, and updates. Automated tools like the Zestimate blend the attached and detached products and miss the update premium entirely. Get a personalized, data-driven estimate using the home value tool above or call Patrick directly at 615-682-1718.

Is River Rest a good fit for buyers relocating to Franklin from cities like Chicago, California, or the Northeast?

River Rest offers something most newer Franklin communities cannot: established mature trees, walkable streets, two community pools, Grassland school zoning, and six-mile access to downtown Franklin, all at a lower price per square foot than comparable newer construction nearby. Relocators who prioritize location and school quality over brand-new finishes consistently find River Rest delivers strong value. The condo section also offers a lower-maintenance lifestyle well-suited to buyers downsizing or relocating without wanting yard-work obligations. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, Patrick’s team runs a remote-buyer process built for exactly this situation. Call 615-682-1718.

What is the price range for homes in River Rest Franklin TN?

River Rest spans two product types. Condos and townhomes along Boxwood Drive sold between $310,000 and $459,999 over the past 12 months, with a median of $335,000. Detached single-family homes in River Rest Estates sold between $640,000 and $930,250, with a median of $725,000. Active listings recently ranged from the low $500,000s for updated condos to just under $1,000,000 for single-family homes. Call 615-682-1718 for current availability.

What are the HOA fees in River Rest?

HOA fees depend on which section you are in. Condo and townhome owners on Boxwood Drive pay approximately $410 to $430 per month, which covers exterior maintenance, grounds maintenance, insurance, and pool and tennis amenities. Single-family homeowners in River Rest Estates pay approximately $75 per month, covering pool, tennis courts, playground, and common area maintenance, with exterior upkeep remaining the homeowner’s responsibility.

What schools serve River Rest in Franklin TN?

River Rest is zoned for Grassland Elementary School, Grassland Middle School, and Franklin High School, all part of Williamson County Schools and confirmed for all 12 recent closed sales. The Grassland feeder is one of the most sought-after school assignments in the county and is a primary reason buyers target the 37069 zip code specifically. Verify current zoning with WCS. Call 615-682-1718.

When was River Rest built and does it have a pool?

River Rest was developed in multiple phases from the mid-1970s into the early 1980s, with the earliest condos along Boxwood Drive dating to 1975 and 1976. The community is fully built out with no new construction. It has two community pools available to residents, plus tennis courts, a playground, and clubhouse access, all maintained through the HOA. Call 615-682-1718.

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