Summer Hill

FRANKLIN’S ACREAGE ESTATE COMMUNITY OFF LEWISBURG PIKE

Location and Daily Life in Summer Hill

Summer Hill sits off Lewisburg Pike in the southern end of Franklin, Tennessee, in zip code 37064. It is a small, established enclave of large all-brick homes on one-acre-plus lots, the kind of neighborhood that gets overlooked in search results because it does not advertise itself loudly. If you are looking for a Franklin address with room to breathe, genuine acreage, and a quiet residential street rather than a master-planned community, Summer Hill deserves a hard look.

Lewisburg Pike (Highway 431) gives Summer Hill residents a straightforward connection to downtown Franklin in about 10 minutes. The Mack Hatcher Parkway interchange is also nearby, which puts Cool Springs, I-65, and Brentwood within easy reach without having to navigate surface streets. Berry Farms Town Center is a short drive northwest, covering groceries, dining, and everyday retail needs.

Streets in Summer Hill include Henpeck Lane, Summer Hill Circle, Summer Hill Road, and Windward Lane. The neighborhood has a rural feel that is increasingly rare this close to downtown Franklin. Homes are set back from the street, lots are generous, and neighbors are not stacked on top of each other. That combination is difficult to find in Williamson County at any price point.

The Homes

Summer Hill homes are all-brick construction, built primarily in 2004 and 2005 in the Colonial and Traditional styles that defined high-end Franklin development during that era. Floor plans run from approximately 4,800 to 5,600 square feet, sized for families who want space to grow into rather than out of. Three-car garages are standard.

Lot sizes are notably generous for a neighborhood this close to Franklin’s core. The recent closed sales show acreage ranging from 1.07 to 1.32 acres per home, giving residents room for pools, outbuildings, or simply a yard that does not feel like a postage stamp. All-brick exteriors mean lower long-term maintenance costs compared to wood or fiber cement alternatives, and they hold up well in Middle Tennessee’s climate.

Interior features from recent sales reflect homes that have been updated over 20 years of ownership. Buyers can expect four-bedroom layouts, formal dining rooms, and bonus or recreational spaces typical of early-2000s Williamson County construction. Most homes have been personalized over time, so finishes and renovation levels vary by property.

Summer Hill Market Data (Past 12 Months)

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Active Homes for Sale in Summer Hill

Recently Sold Homes in Summer Hill

Amenities

Summer Hill is not an amenity-heavy master-planned community, and that is intentional for the buyers who choose it. There is no clubhouse, no resort-style pool complex, and no lifestyle director managing activities. What the neighborhood offers instead is space, privacy, and proximity to everything Franklin already provides.

The HOA dues of approximately $83 to $84 per month cover common area maintenance and neighborhood upkeep. That is considerably more than a non-HOA property but significantly less than neighborhoods that bundle in pools, tennis courts, and fitness facilities into dues that can run $300 to $500 per month.

Residents who want more structured amenities are a short drive from the Franklin Recreation Complex on Eddy Lane, which offers fitness facilities, pools, and athletic fields. Harlinsdale Farm Park, a 200-acre public park and former horse farm, is also accessible from this part of Franklin and offers trail walking and open green space.

Schools Serving Summer Hill

Elementary: Oak View Elementary School. Oak View is a Williamson County Schools campus serving the southern Franklin area. It consistently performs at or above state averages on standardized assessments.

Middle: Legacy Middle School serves Summer Hill students. Legacy opened in 2022 as one of WCS’s newer middle campuses, designed to relieve capacity pressure in the fast-growing southern Franklin corridor.

High: Independence High School is the zoned high school for Summer Hill. Independence has earned recognition for both its academic programs and its competitive athletics, and it draws students from across the southern Franklin and Lewisburg Pike corridor.

All three schools are part of Williamson County Schools, consistently ranked among the top school districts in Tennessee and in the top tier nationally by multiple publications.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru at Compass?

Summer Hill is a small neighborhood. There are a limited number of homes, turnover is infrequent, and most transactions happen when a family decides it is simply time to move on. That makes local expertise and off-market awareness more important here than in larger subdivisions where data is plentiful and competition is more predictable.

Over the past 12 months, Compass agents represented 50% of all Summer Hill transactions. That is not a coincidence. Compass and its merged Parks Real Estate platform give Nashville Home Guru access to a buyer pool and network that smaller brokerages cannot replicate.

Patrick Higgins leads Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends. With 1,100+ transactions and $500M+ in career sales across Middle Tennessee, Patrick has represented buyers and sellers in Williamson County’s luxury acreage market for years. He holds six consecutive RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent recognitions. If you are selling a Summer Hill home, you want someone who understands what a buyer in this price range is actually looking for and how to reach them.

For sellers, the Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy delivers measurable results. Homes pre-marketed through Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs sell for 2.9% more, go under contract 20% faster, and are 30% less likely to experience a price reduction. On a $1.8M home, 2.9% is a $52,200 difference. Learn more about selling your home on your terms.

For a neighborhood like Summer Hill, where pricing correctly relative to recent sales is the single biggest factor in a successful outcome, Patrick’s access to every closed transaction in the MLS and his experience in the Williamson County luxury market makes a real difference.

For buyers, Nashville Home Guru’s Private Exclusive network means access to properties that never make it to Zillow. In a neighborhood with this little turnover, that access matters.

For Franklin luxury listings, Nashville Home Guru also has a proven track record you can review at our Franklin listing agent page with 1,100+ sales across Middle Tennessee.

Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Hill Franklin TN

What is the price range for homes in Summer Hill Franklin TN?

Based on closed sales over the past 12 months, Summer Hill homes have sold between $1,725,000 and $1,975,000. The average sale price was $1,850,000. Price per square foot has ranged from $307 to $406 depending on the specific home’s size, updates, and condition.

What are the HOA fees in Summer Hill?

HOA dues run approximately $83 to $84 per month, or roughly $1,000 per year. This covers maintenance of common areas. Summer Hill does not have a community pool or clubhouse, which keeps dues considerably lower than many Franklin neighborhoods with resort-style amenities.

What schools serve Summer Hill?

Summer Hill is zoned for Oak View Elementary School, Legacy Middle School, and Independence High School. All three are part of Williamson County Schools, one of the top-ranked school districts in Tennessee.

How large are the lots in Summer Hill?

Lots in Summer Hill range from approximately 1.07 to 1.32 acres based on recent sales. This is notably larger than most Franklin subdivisions, where lot sizes commonly run a quarter to a half acre. The one-plus-acre lots give homeowners meaningful privacy and outdoor space.

When were the homes in Summer Hill built?

Homes in Summer Hill were built primarily in 2004 and 2005. The community is fully built out with no new construction available.

What type of construction are Summer Hill homes?

All Summer Hill homes are all-brick construction, built in Colonial and Traditional styles. Three-car garages are standard. Floor plans range from approximately 4,800 to 5,600 square feet.

Which realtor is best for buying or selling in Summer Hill Franklin TN?

Patrick Higgins of Nashville Home Guru at Compass is one of the most active agents in this part of Franklin. His team was involved in 50% of Summer Hill transactions over the past 12 months. Patrick is ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends, with 1,100+ career transactions and $500M+ in sales. His Compass network provides access to off-market listings and a pre-marketing system that consistently delivers stronger sale prices.

Does Summer Hill have a community pool or clubhouse?

No. Summer Hill does not have a community pool or clubhouse. The HOA covers common area maintenance, and residents have access to Franklin’s public parks and recreation facilities nearby. The tradeoff is lower monthly dues compared to master-planned communities with full amenity packages.

How often do homes come up for sale in Summer Hill?

Turnover in Summer Hill is low, with only two closed sales in the past 12 months. This is typical for small luxury acreage neighborhoods where homeowners tend to stay long term. When a home does come available, it is worth acting quickly and working with an agent who monitors the neighborhood regularly.

What makes Summer Hill different from other Franklin luxury neighborhoods?

The combination of all-brick construction, true one-plus-acre lots, and proximity to downtown Franklin is rare. Most Franklin neighborhoods in this price tier are either in master-planned communities with smaller lots or are further out in rural areas. Summer Hill sits in a middle position: established, private, and quiet, but close enough to Franklin’s core to be genuinely convenient.

Who should consider buying in Summer Hill?

Summer Hill tends to attract buyers who want significant square footage and genuine acreage without relocating to Leiper’s Fork or the Nolensville rural corridor. It is a strong fit for families with school-age children zoned for Williamson County Schools, buyers who want all-brick construction and a three-car garage as baseline features, and Franklin buyers who prefer a smaller, established neighborhood over a large master-planned community.

Can Nashville Home Guru help with off-market Summer Hill listings?

Yes. Through Compass’s Private Exclusive program, Nashville Home Guru sometimes has access to Summer Hill and nearby Lewisburg Pike corridor properties before they hit the public market. Contact Patrick at 615-682-1718 to be added to the priority notification list for this area.

Nearby Neighborhoods

If you are exploring Summer Hill, you may also want to consider these nearby Franklin communities:

Belle Vista, Berry Farms, Durham Manor, Ellington Park, Green Valley, Leeland, Oakwood Estates, Walnut Winds, Windsor Park

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