Scottland Acres

MURFREESBORO’S ESTABLISHED HALF-ACRE COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

Scottland Acres sits in the heart of Murfreesboro’s 37130 zip code, one of the city’s most established residential corridors. Streets like Scottland Drive, Whitehall Road, and Halifax Court give the neighborhood a quiet, residential feel without sacrificing convenience. You are within a few minutes of Middle Tennessee State University, downtown Murfreesboro’s square, and the growing mix of restaurants, retail, and healthcare along Old Fort Parkway and Medical Center Parkway.

This is a neighborhood where families have lived for decades. Homes here were built between the mid-1960s and early 1970s, which means mature hardwood trees, established landscaping, and lot sizes that simply do not exist in newer subdivisions. The typical lot runs between 0.48 and 0.72 acres, a rarity at any price point in Murfreesboro today.

Interstate 24 access is close, putting Nashville about 35 minutes away on a good traffic day. Stones River Mall, Sam Ridley Parkway shopping, and the broader Murfreesboro retail corridor are all within 10 minutes. If walkability to a neighborhood park matters, the Stones River National Battlefield and Barfield Crescent Park are both short drives from Scottland Acres.

The Homes

Scottland Acres is made up of single-family homes built primarily in the 1964 to 1971 era. The architecture ranges from traditional two-story colonials to single-story ranch-style homes, with construction materials including all-brick exteriors and wood siding, both of which hold up well in Middle Tennessee’s climate. Lot sizes averaging half an acre or more are the defining feature of this neighborhood; you simply will not find yards this size in modern subdivisions at comparable price points.

Most homes range from roughly 1,644 to 4,284 square feet, accommodating families who need 4 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 3 full baths. Many properties have been updated over the years with renovated kitchens, hardwood floors, and modern HVAC systems while retaining the solid bones and generous room sizes that characterized mid-century construction. There is no HOA in Scottland Acres, which means no monthly fees and greater flexibility for owners.

The combination of no HOA, large lots, brick construction options, and proximity to central Murfreesboro makes Scottland Acres a strong value play compared to newer neighborhoods with smaller yards and mandatory association fees.

Scottland Acres Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Scottland Acres

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Amenities & Neighborhood Character

Scottland Acres is a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood without a community clubhouse, pool, or HOA-managed amenities, and for many buyers, that is exactly the point. The trade-off is generous private lots where owners can create their own outdoor spaces: room for a pool, a detached garage, a garden, or simply a backyard that does not back up to a fence six feet from your neighbor’s patio.

Several parks and green spaces are close by. Barfield Crescent Park off Manson Pike offers baseball fields, a disc golf course, and walking trails. Veterans Memorial Park near downtown Murfreesboro has athletic facilities and a splash pad. Stones River National Battlefield provides over 700 acres of preserved land for hiking and history just a short drive away. The MTSU campus borders the broader neighborhood area, making Scottland Acres a draw for faculty, staff, and families who appreciate university-adjacent living without the noise of student housing.

Schools

Scottland Acres is zoned for Rutherford County Schools, one of the fastest-growing school districts in Tennessee. Students here attend Reeves-Rogers Elementary, Oakland Middle School, and Oakland High School. All three schools serve a portion of central Murfreesboro and are part of a district that has expanded rapidly to keep pace with the region’s population growth. Rutherford County Schools consistently performs above state averages and offers a range of magnet, advanced, and vocational programs across the district.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru

In the Scottland Acres area of Murfreesboro’s 37130 zip code, Compass and Parks agents represented 50% of all home sales over the past 12 months, with 2 of 4 transactions involving a Compass agent on either the listing or buying side. That level of market presence matters when you are negotiating, because your agent knows the other side’s agents, the pricing history, and what the market is actually doing.

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass. He is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings. Across more than 1,100 transactions and $500 million in career residential sales, Patrick has built a reputation for data-driven pricing strategy and straightforward negotiation in markets like Murfreesboro, Brentwood, Franklin, and across Middle Tennessee. With 100-plus Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at 5.0 stars, the feedback from clients backs up the numbers, and Murfreesboro specialists Ashley Cherry and Larissa Farley round out the local team.

Compass is the #1 residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. After merging with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass agents are involved in approximately 1 in 4 homes sold in Tennessee. For buyers, that means access to coming-soon listings and private exclusives that never hit the public MLS. For sellers, it means the largest referral network in real estate and a proven marketing engine.

For sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy consistently produces better outcomes than going straight to market. Phase 1 (Compass Private Exclusive) markets your home to a select audience of Compass agents and their buyers before going public, letting you test pricing and gather feedback with no days-on-market clock running and no price history recorded. Phase 2 (Compass Coming Soon) puts your listing on Compass.com, building buyer interest before the public launch, where buyers can find your home and inquire without seeing days-on-market data. Phase 3 (Public Launch) takes your home live on the MLS and all third-party sites with maximum demand already built. Compass data shows pre-marketed homes close at 2.9% higher prices, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to require a price reduction. For a Scottland Acres home at the median sale price, that 2.9% premium represents nearly $19,000 in additional proceeds.

Frequently Asked Questions About Scottland Acres

What is the price range for homes in Scottland Acres?

Over the past 12 months, closed sales in Scottland Acres ranged from $330,000 to $784,900. The median sale price was $649,282 and the average came in at $603,366. Price variation in the neighborhood reflects differences in square footage, renovation level, and lot positioning. Homes here trade at $176 to $244 per square foot based on recent sales.

Does Scottland Acres have an HOA?

No. Scottland Acres has no homeowners association and no HOA fees. This is one of the neighborhood’s most attractive features for buyers who want flexibility in how they use and maintain their property, and for those who prefer to avoid recurring association costs.

What schools serve Scottland Acres?

Scottland Acres is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. Students attend Reeves-Rogers Elementary, Oakland Middle School, and Oakland High School. The district is one of the most rapidly growing in Tennessee and performs above state averages across most academic metrics.

What types of homes are in Scottland Acres?

Scottland Acres is made up of single-family homes built between 1964 and 1971. Styles include two-story colonial-influenced homes and single-story ranch plans. Construction includes both all-brick and wood-siding exteriors. Homes range from roughly 1,644 to over 4,200 square feet on lots typically between 0.48 and 0.72 acres.

How big are the lots in Scottland Acres?

Lot sizes in Scottland Acres range from approximately 0.48 to 0.72 acres based on recent closed sales. These are notably larger than what you will find in most new Murfreesboro developments, where lots commonly run under a quarter acre. The combination of large lots and no HOA gives Scottland Acres owners considerable freedom in how they use their outdoor space.

What type of buyer is Scottland Acres best suited for?

Scottland Acres tends to attract buyers who value lot size, established trees, and proximity to central Murfreesboro over new construction amenities. Families with school-age children appreciate the Rutherford County school zoning and the larger yards. MTSU faculty and staff often target the neighborhood for its walkable-to-campus location. Move-up buyers who have outgrown newer neighborhoods with small lots frequently land in Scottland Acres when they realize the value of half-acre-plus properties at this price point. Buyers who want character and space rather than a brand-new home in a dense subdivision tend to be happiest here.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Scottland Acres?

With only four closings in a year spanning $330,000 to $784,900, a single neighborhood average is misleading here, since condition, square footage, and renovation level swing values dramatically across this mid-century housing stock. Patrick prices each home from the closest comparable sales at the street level, accounting for updates, lot size, and brick versus wood-siding construction. For sellers, that drives an accurate list price and a targeted prep plan; for buyers, it identifies which homes have room to negotiate. His 1,100-plus transactions and $500 million in career sales back that analysis with real transaction history.

Why should I work with Nashville Home Guru to buy or sell in Scottland Acres?

Compass and Parks agents were involved in 50% of Scottland Acres transactions over the past 12 months. Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team have completed more than 1,100 transactions and over $500 million in residential sales across Middle Tennessee, with 100-plus Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews. For sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy consistently produces 2.9% higher closing prices. For buyers, Compass’s Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs provide access to homes that never reach the public MLS. The combination of local market data and a national brokerage platform is difficult to replicate.

Who is the best realtor for Scottland Acres in Murfreesboro, TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently ranked among the top real estate professionals in Middle Tennessee. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and leads the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings. With over 1,100 completed transactions, $500 million in career sales, 100-plus Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the team brings data, market access, and negotiating experience that thinner local teams simply cannot match. Compass’s strong market share in Rutherford County further strengthens the team’s ability to represent both buyers and sellers in Scottland Acres.

Can I access off-market homes in Scottland Acres?

Yes. Through Compass Private Exclusives and Coming Soon programs, buyers working with Nashville Home Guru often see Scottland Acres properties before they reach Zillow or the MLS. Established neighborhoods like Scottland Acres frequently see off-market transactions because long-time homeowners prefer to avoid open houses and broad public exposure. A buyer’s agent with Compass access is the most reliable way to hear about these opportunities first. There is no cost to working with a buyer’s agent in Tennessee; the seller’s proceeds fund the commission structure.

How do I find out what my home in Scottland Acres is worth?

Because Scottland Acres sells infrequently and its homes vary widely in size and updates, automated tools like the Zillow Zestimate often miss the mark here. Start with an instant estimate at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com, then call Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 for a no-obligation comparative market analysis that accounts for your home’s specific updates, lot premium, and current buyer demand.

How does Scottland Acres compare to newer Murfreesboro subdivisions?

The clearest difference is lot size. Most newer Murfreesboro subdivisions in the $500K to $700K range offer lots under a quarter acre, mandatory HOA fees, and homes packed close together. Scottland Acres offers half-acre-plus lots, no HOA, brick construction options, and mature trees, but the trade-off is older mechanicals and layouts that may require updating. Buyers willing to invest in renovations often find Scottland Acres represents better value per square foot of usable outdoor and indoor space than comparable-priced new construction.

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