Waites Creek Crossing

MURFREESBORO’S NEW CONSTRUCTION COMMUNITY

Location & Daily Life

Waites Creek Crossing sits in the southwest corner of Murfreesboro, off Asher’s Fork Drive and Welltown Lane in the 37128 zip code. Interstate 24 at Exit 80 is roughly two miles from the neighborhood, which puts downtown Nashville about 35 minutes away during a normal commute and keeps all of Murfreesboro’s commercial corridors well within reach.

Veterans Parkway and Salem Highway connect residents to everything from big-box retail and grocery stores to a wide range of restaurants, all within a 10-minute drive. The Barfield Crescent Park greenway system, one of the most popular trail networks in Rutherford County, is just a few miles from the neighborhood. Stones River National Battlefield is also close by, offering a combination of open space and history that residents can access in minutes.

The broader Three Rivers area surrounding the community continues to develop with new retail and dining, meaning the convenience picture here will only improve over time. For families, MTSU’s campus is under 15 minutes north, adding a strong higher-education anchor to an already well-served part of the city.

The Homes

Waites Creek Crossing is an O’Brien Loyd, LLC development, built entirely by the Murfreesboro-based builder from the ground up. The community offers two distinct product types: detached single-family homes and attached townhomes with zero lot lines. That combination gives buyers a choice between yard space and privacy on one end, and lower-maintenance living on the other, all within the same neighborhood at similar price points.

Detached floor plans include the Winchester, Remmington II, Ruger II, Glock, Colt, and Marlin, ranging from approximately 1,664 to 1,894 square feet. These sit on lots along Barringer Lane and Welltown Lane, often backing up to trees or open nature areas. The attached townhome plans, the Sig and Springfield, run about 1,721 square feet and come with extra-large two-car garages, making them a practical pick for buyers who want lower maintenance without sacrificing parking or storage.

All homes are built with all-brick and Hardie plank exteriors and marketed as smart homes, featuring Nest doorbells, Wi-Fi-enabled garage openers, and Samsung stainless appliance packages. Interior finishes include granite countertops, eat-in kitchen bars, and first-floor primary suites in select plans. Every home in the community comes standard with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath, and a two-car garage. Construction spans 2024 and 2025, meaning the entire community is essentially brand new.

Waites Creek Crossing Market Data

Data from RealTracs MLS. Rolling 12-month period.

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Amenities

Waites Creek Crossing does not include a community pool or clubhouse, which is a key reason the HOA fee holds at just $40 per month. For buyers comparing new-construction communities in Rutherford County, that trade-off is often worth it: the savings on monthly dues more than offset the absence of on-site amenities when you factor in what the surrounding area offers.

Barfield Crescent Park is one of the standout public greenways in Murfreesboro, featuring walking and biking trails, sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas all within a few miles of the neighborhood. Stones River National Battlefield adds another outdoor option with a completely different character, combining wooded trails and open fields with Civil War-era history. Veterans Parkway corridor provides a Target, Home Depot, multiple grocery stores, and a long lineup of restaurants, all accessible without getting on the interstate.

The Three Rivers area adjacent to the community continues to grow out, meaning the retail and dining landscape around Waites Creek Crossing will keep expanding over the next several years. Buyers who get in now are essentially buying ahead of that buildout.

Schools

Every home in Waites Creek Crossing is zoned for Rutherford County Schools, confirmed across all 19 closed sales in the RealTracs dataset. Students feed into the Rockvale school cluster, one of the newer and more modern campus groupings in the district.

Salem Elementary School serves grades K through 5. Rockvale Middle School covers grades 6 through 8. Rockvale High School is the zoned high school for grades 9 through 12. Rockvale High opened in 2019, making it one of the newest high school facilities in Middle Tennessee. According to SchoolDigger, it ranks first among all ranked high schools in the Rutherford County School District and performs better than roughly 86% of Tennessee high schools statewide.

Rutherford County Schools is one of the largest districts in Tennessee and has a strong track record of investing in new campus construction and advanced programming. Families should always verify current school assignments directly with the district before closing, as attendance zones can shift with growth.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Compass held a 14.1% market share in Murfreesboro’s 37128 zip code over the past year, representing 193 of 1,371 closed sales across the zip. In a new-construction community like Waites Creek Crossing, where O’Brien Loyd manages all listing-side representation through Coldwell Banker Southern Realty, having an experienced buyer’s agent who knows this builder’s contracts, incentive timing, and negotiation patterns makes a real difference. Working with a buyer’s agent at Nashville Home Guru costs you nothing as a buyer.

Patrick Higgins leads the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass, ranked #1 in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. A six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, Patrick has completed 1,100+ transactions and over $500M in career residential sales across Middle Tennessee since 2014. Several team members live in Murfreesboro, and the team publishes monthly market reports for Rutherford County using direct RealTracs MLS data. With 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, the track record is well documented.

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, giving buyers and sellers access to coming-soon listings, private exclusives, and the largest agent referral network in real estate.

For sellers in Waites Creek Crossing, Compass’s exclusive Three Phase Marketing Strategy gives you a meaningful edge even in a new-construction-heavy market.

Phase 1 – Compass Private Exclusive: Test your price with a curated buyer audience and collect real feedback before going public. No days-on-market clock running, no price history visible to future buyers.

Phase 2 – Compass Coming Soon: Your home launches on Compass.com, where motivated buyers are already searching. No DOM counter, no price drop history.

Phase 3 – Public Launch: Your home goes live on the MLS and all third-party sites with 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.

Learn more about selling on your terms here.

Frequently Asked Questions About Waites Creek Crossing

What is the price range for homes in Waites Creek Crossing?

Based on closed sales data from RealTracs MLS over the past 12 months, homes in Waites Creek Crossing sold between $369,900 and $439,900. The median closed price is $399,900 and the average is $399,432. Attached townhomes typically close at the lower end of that range around $369,900, while larger detached homes on premium lots have closed closer to $439,900. Price per square foot ranged from $215 to $242.

Who built the homes in Waites Creek Crossing?

All homes in Waites Creek Crossing are built by O’Brien Loyd, LLC, a Murfreesboro-based builder and developer. O’Brien Loyd developed the entire community and offers both detached single-family homes and attached townhome plans. The builder’s on-site sales are handled through Coldwell Banker Southern Realty. Buyers working with an independent buyer’s agent can still take advantage of builder incentives, which have included rate buydowns and all closing costs paid on select homes.

What are the HOA fees in Waites Creek Crossing?

The HOA fee in Waites Creek Crossing is $40 per month, or approximately $480 per year, confirmed across all 19 closed sales in the RealTracs dataset. This is a notably low fee for new construction in Rutherford County and reflects the fact that the community does not maintain a shared pool or clubhouse. Buyers should confirm current HOA fees and what is included with the builder’s team or through the HOA documents prior to closing.

What schools serve Waites Creek Crossing?

Waites Creek Crossing is zoned for Rutherford County Schools. The assigned schools are Salem Elementary School (K-5), Rockvale Middle School (6-8), and Rockvale High School (9-12). Rockvale High opened in 2019 and ranks first among all ranked high schools in the Rutherford County School District per SchoolDigger. Always verify school assignments directly with Rutherford County Schools before closing, as zones can change with growth.

Does Waites Creek Crossing have a pool or community amenities?

Waites Creek Crossing does not include a community pool, clubhouse, or fitness center. The $40 per month HOA fee reflects this. Residents have easy access to nearby public amenities including Barfield Crescent Park’s extensive greenway trail system and Stones River National Battlefield, both a short drive from the neighborhood.

What types of homes are in Waites Creek Crossing, and what makes them stand out?

The community offers both attached townhomes (zero lot line) and detached single-family homes, all built by O’Brien Loyd with all-brick and Hardie plank exteriors. Every home is marketed as a smart home, with Nest doorbells, Wi-Fi-enabled garage openers, and Samsung stainless appliance packages included as standard. All homes are 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 2-car garages, and were built in 2024 or 2025, making the entire inventory essentially brand new construction.

Is Waites Creek Crossing a good fit for families relocating from out of state?

It is a strong option for relocating families, particularly those coming from higher-cost markets in Georgia, Michigan, Illinois, Virginia, Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin. The combination of brand-new construction, a $369,900 to $439,900 price range, and the Rockvale school cluster delivers value that is difficult to replicate in many metros. Patrick’s team handles remote purchases regularly, from video walkthroughs and virtual consultations to contract review and inspection coordination without requiring buyers to be on the ground until closing. Several Nashville Home Guru agents live in Murfreesboro and can provide boots-on-the-ground guidance specific to the 37128 zip and the southwest corridor.

Is Waites Creek Crossing a good fit for first-time buyers or move-up buyers?

Waites Creek Crossing works well for both. First-time buyers appreciate the brand-new construction, smart-home features, low HOA, and entry price of $369,900 for the attached townhomes. Move-up buyers from older or smaller Murfreesboro homes are attracted to the detached floor plans and the Rockvale school zone, where Rockvale High consistently ranks at the top of Rutherford County’s high school rankings. Young families benefit from the I-24 commute access, and buyers comparing this community to older resale homes in 37128 often find the all-brick exterior and warranty coverage are decisive factors.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Waites Creek Crossing?

In a new-construction community where one builder controls all listing-side representation, the buyer’s agent relationship is especially important. Patrick reviews O’Brien Loyd’s builder contract independently, tracks which floor plans and lot positions have commanded the highest price per square foot (the Winchester and Remmington II detached plans have consistently closed at the top of the $215 to $242 per sq ft range), and monitors which incentive windows tend to generate price adjustments. For sellers in the community, the Compass pre-market strategy is particularly relevant here: because comparable sales are tight and all from the same builder, positioning your home before competing inventory comes to market matters significantly. Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent with 1,100+ transactions and over $500M in career sales.

Who is the best realtor for Waites Creek Crossing in Murfreesboro TN?

Patrick Higgins and the Nashville Home Guru team at Compass are consistently ranked among the top real estate teams in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee. Patrick is a six-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent, leads the #1 team in Nashville and top 10 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal RealTrends rankings, and has completed 1,100+ transactions totaling more than $500M in career sales. Compass holds a 14.1% market share in Murfreesboro’s 37128 zip code. The team has earned 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews, reflecting a consistent track record with buyers and sellers across all four Murfreesboro zip codes. Reach Patrick directly at 615-682-1718.

Can I access a Waites Creek Crossing home before it hits Zillow?

Yes, through Compass’s Private Exclusive and Coming Soon programs. These allow Compass agents to present listings to active buyers before they appear on the public MLS or third-party sites. In a new-construction community like Waites Creek Crossing, this is particularly relevant for resale buyers who want to get in front of a move-before-it-lists opportunity. Working with a Nashville Home Guru buyer’s agent carries no additional cost to you as a buyer. The builder pays the buyer’s agent commission, and you receive independent representation throughout the process.

What is my Waites Creek Crossing home worth in today’s market?

Automated online tools like Zillow’s Zestimate often underperform in new-construction communities because the comparable pool is small and sale prices are tightly clustered by floor plan, lot position, and whether builder incentives were applied. A detached home on a tree-backing lot can close meaningfully above a townhome on a standard lot even at the same square footage. For the most accurate current value, use Nashville Home Guru’s instant home value tool at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com or call Patrick directly at 615-682-1718 for a data-driven analysis pulled straight from RealTracs MLS.

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