Poplar Farms

FRANKLIN’S DUAL-BUILDER NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMUNITY

Location and Daily Life in Poplar Farms

Poplar Farms sits on the east side of Franklin, Tennessee, just off Clovercroft Road in zip code 37067. This master-planned community offers something increasingly rare in Williamson County: brand-new construction in a top-rated school district with resort-style amenities, at price points that span from the low $700,000s to nearly $1.6 million.

The location puts you within 10 minutes of the Cool Springs shopping district, where you will find everything from Whole Foods to Williams Sonoma, and Brentwood’s dining and entertainment options are equally accessible. For commuters, I-65 is a straight shot west, and the Clovercroft Road corridor gives you multiple route options depending on traffic.

What makes Poplar Farms stand out from other Franklin new construction is the dual-builder approach. Meritage Homes handles the more attainable tier, offering energy-efficient homes from the low $700,000s to mid-$800,000s. Signature Homes builds the luxury tier, from just over $1 million to nearly $1.6 million. Same community, same amenities, same schools, but two distinct product lines for different buyer profiles. The community amenity center, Poplar Farms Manor, anchors the neighborhood with a resort-style pool, fitness center, and clubhouse, and walking trails wind through the community with underground utilities keeping streetscapes clean.

The Homes

Meritage Homes builds the community’s entry-level and mid-tier product, focusing on energy efficiency and open-concept floor plans. Their closed homes in the past year ran from approximately 1,980 to 3,057 square feet, with 3 to 5 bedrooms. Meritage is known nationally for its M.Connected smart home features and energy-efficient construction, which translates to lower utility costs for homeowners. Floor plans include the Marion, Everett, and Hastings among others, emphasizing main-floor living with flexible upstairs spaces, and most Meritage homes feature slab foundations, two-car attached garages, and open kitchens with large islands.

Signature Homes handles the luxury tier with homes running from approximately 3,161 to nearly 6,200 square feet. The Patterson floor plan, at roughly 4,600 square feet, is one of the more popular options and includes a main-level primary suite, multiple living areas, and optional finished basement. Signature homes typically feature partial brick and fiber cement exteriors, higher-end finishes throughout, and more architectural detail, and several include basement garages with main-level living, a premium lot configuration for this market.

Both builders offer a mix of move-in-ready inventory and to-be-built options. If you are purchasing early in construction, you will have the opportunity to select finishes and make design customizations.

Poplar Farms Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

Because Poplar Farms sells two distinct product lines, the community-wide median reflects whichever mix of Meritage and Signature homes closed in a given period. The builder breakdown below is the more useful guide to what you will actually pay in each tier.

Sales by Builder (Past 12 Months)

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period. One additional resale closed at $1,650,000.

Active Homes for Sale in Poplar Farms

Recently Sold Homes in Poplar Farms

Amenities

Poplar Farms delivers the kind of amenity package you would expect from a premium Franklin community. The centerpiece is Poplar Farms Manor, the community’s amenity center, which includes a resort-style swimming pool, a fully equipped fitness center, and a clubhouse for community events and private gatherings.

Walking trails wind throughout the community, connecting different sections and providing dedicated space for morning jogs or evening walks without sharing the road with cars. The community also features a play lawn for kids and families. All utilities are underground, which eliminates the visual clutter of power lines, and high-speed internet infrastructure is already in place, which matters more than most amenities for anyone working from home.

The $140 monthly HOA fee covers maintenance of all common areas, the pool and fitness center, grounds upkeep, and internet service. For a community of this caliber in Williamson County, that is a competitive rate.

Schools Serving Poplar Farms

Elementary: Trinity Elementary School serves Poplar Farms families. Trinity is part of Williamson County Schools and consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state.

Middle: Fred J. Page Middle School is the zoned middle school for Poplar Farms, offering strong academics and a variety of extracurricular programs.

High: Fred J. Page High School serves Poplar Farms students and is known for competitive academics and athletics. All three schools are part of Williamson County Schools, consistently ranked among the top public districts in Tennessee. Confirm current zoning directly with Williamson County Schools before purchasing, as boundaries can change.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

When you are buying in a new construction community like Poplar Farms, having your own representation matters. The sales offices on site work for the builders; their job is to get the best deal for Meritage or Signature Homes, while your agent’s job is to get the best deal for you. In Poplar Farms specifically, Compass and Parks agents were involved in 9.5% of all closed transactions over the past year, on either the listing or buying side of 7 of the 74 sales, and Nashville Home Guru works both builders’ contracts regularly.

Nashville Home Guru is a data-driven team led by Patrick Higgins, a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent. The team is ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends, with 1,100+ transactions and $500 million in residential sales across Middle Tennessee. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the client feedback across Franklin reflects what the data already shows.

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 represent approximately 1 in 4 homes sold across Tennessee, giving our clients access to the largest network of coming-soon listings, private exclusives, and agent referrals in the market. For new construction purchases, we help you understand builder contracts, negotiate upgrades and concessions, and make sure the timeline and specifications meet your expectations, and for quick-move-in homes, we assess whether the price reflects true market value or leaves room to negotiate. You can learn more on our Franklin buyer’s agent page.

For sellers in Poplar Farms and surrounding communities, our 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Poplar Farms

What is the price range for homes in Poplar Farms?

Poplar Farms offers two distinct tiers. Meritage Homes closed from $707,520 to $853,170 over the past year, with a median of $788,030, for homes between roughly 1,980 and 3,057 square feet. Signature Homes closed from $1,060,139 to $1,590,930, with a median of $1,224,106, for homes between 3,161 and nearly 6,200 square feet. Across all 74 closings, the community-wide median was $1,102,262, reflecting a Signature-heavy sales period.

Who built the homes in Poplar Farms?

Two builders develop Poplar Farms. Meritage Homes builds the entry-level and mid-tier homes, focusing on energy-efficient construction and open floor plans. Signature Homes builds the luxury tier with larger floor plans, higher-end finishes, and more architectural detail. Both builders offer move-in-ready inventory and to-be-built options.

What are the HOA fees in Poplar Farms?

HOA dues are $140 per month. This covers maintenance of all common areas including the pool, fitness center, clubhouse, walking trails, and grounds upkeep, and the fee also includes internet service for residents.

What schools serve Poplar Farms?

Poplar Farms is zoned for Trinity Elementary School, Fred J. Page Middle School, and Fred J. Page High School, all part of Williamson County Schools, one of the top-rated public districts in Tennessee. Confirm current zoning with the district before purchasing.

When did Poplar Farms start selling homes?

Home sales in Poplar Farms began in 2024. The community is still actively under construction, with both Meritage Homes and Signature Homes continuing to build and sell new inventory through 2026.

Does Poplar Farms have a pool and clubhouse?

Yes. Poplar Farms Manor is the community amenity center featuring a resort-style swimming pool, fitness center, and clubhouse. The community also includes walking trails, a play lawn, and underground utilities throughout.

Is Poplar Farms a good fit for families relocating to Franklin from out of state?

It is one of the strongest options for relocating families. Buyers get brand-new construction with no deferred maintenance, Page-cluster Williamson County schools, and resort amenities, with two builders that let you enter around $707,000 with Meritage or step up to a Signature luxury home near $1.2 million, all in the same neighborhood. For families moving from higher-cost markets like California, Illinois, or New York, Tennessee’s lack of a state income tax adds meaningful annual savings, and buying new means you can select finishes remotely and move into a turnkey home. Working with a local buyer’s agent is especially valuable when you are relocating and cannot easily tour in person.

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

Because Poplar Farms is two markets in one, Patrick never quotes a blended community average, which would mislead a Meritage buyer and a Signature buyer in opposite directions. He works from the relevant builder’s sold set (Meritage median $788,030 versus Signature median $1,224,106) and, on new construction, focuses on the parts of the deal buyers overlook: lot premiums, included versus upgraded finishes, and whether builder incentives are genuinely competitive. As a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent who works both Meritage and Signature contracts regularly, he brings that builder-specific detail to every conversation.

Who is the best real estate agent for buying a home in Poplar Farms?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass specialize in Franklin new construction and work both Meritage Homes and Signature Homes contracts. Patrick is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent leading the #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends, with 1,100+ transactions, $500 million in career sales, and 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews at a 5.0-star average. Buyer representation costs you nothing in new construction, since the builder pays the buyer’s agent commission.

Can I access off-market or coming-soon homes in Poplar Farms before they hit Zillow?

Yes. As Compass agents, Nashville Home Guru has access to Compass Private Exclusive and Coming Soon listings that are not yet on the public MLS, which is particularly valuable in a new construction community where quick-move-in inventory can sell before it is publicly marketed, at no additional cost to you as the buyer. Contact us at 615-682-1718 to learn about current availability and upcoming releases from both builders.

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

Automated tools like the Zillow Zestimate struggle badly in Poplar Farms because the community mixes Meritage and Signature homes at very different price points, and a Zestimate averaging across both builders will misprice either one, especially since so many sales are brand-new builder transactions with limited resale history. Your home’s value depends on which builder constructed it, square footage, lot position, and finish level. Use our instant home value tool for a starting estimate, then call or text Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 for a full analysis specific to your builder and floor plan.

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