Woods Ferry

GALLATIN’S ESTABLISHED SINGLE-FAMILY COMMUNITY

Location and Daily Life

Woods Ferry is an established single-family neighborhood in Gallatin, Tennessee 37066, with homes situated along Shoulders Street and Woods Ferry Road. The neighborhood sits in a quiet residential pocket near the Highway 109 corridor, placing residents close to everything Gallatin has to offer without the noise of commercial traffic.

Day-to-day convenience is strong here. The Windsong Publix shopping center, Dutch Bros Coffee, and Jonathan’s Grille are just minutes away via Highway 109. Old Hickory Lake is less than two miles from the neighborhood, which means weekend boat trips, fishing, and waterfront dining are genuinely accessible rather than aspirational. Bledsoe Creek State Park adds hiking and camping to the mix just a few miles further east.

Commuters have solid options. Highway 109 connects directly to Vietnam Veterans Parkway (I-386), which runs south toward Hendersonville and into Nashville. Downtown Nashville is typically 35 to 45 minutes depending on traffic. Downtown Gallatin’s historic square, with its local restaurants, boutique shops, and community events, is less than ten minutes away.

The Homes

Woods Ferry is a smaller established neighborhood in the residential corridor just off Highway 109 near Clear Lake Meadows Boulevard. Homes here are site-built single-family residences consistent with the construction character of Gallatin’s northern residential area, featuring traditional exteriors, private lots, and the mature landscaping that only comes with an established community.

Buyers drawn to Woods Ferry typically value the established neighborhood feel, the proximity to Old Hickory Lake, and the strong school zoning. The surrounding corridor, which includes Clear Lake Meadows and Patterson Farms, reflects consistent demand from buyers who want established Gallatin at a realistic price point. For current active listings and recently sold homes in Woods Ferry, browse the IDX hotsheets below or contact Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 for a full market analysis.

Market Data

A full market data table for Woods Ferry requires a current RealTracs MLS export. No CSV was provided for this update. To get this section populated with closed sales data, price per square foot, and current inventory figures, contact Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 or supply a RealTracs CSV export filtered to the Woods Ferry subdivision for a complete refresh.

The surrounding Highway 109 corridor, which includes Clear Lake Meadows and Halewood Estates, has seen consistent buyer demand from local move-up buyers and Nashville-area relocators. Closed sale prices in comparable nearby neighborhoods have ranged from the mid-$200,000s to the upper $400,000s depending on size, condition, and lot. For a precise current valuation of a specific Woods Ferry property, reach Patrick directly.

Active Homes for Sale in Woods Ferry

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Recently Sold Homes in Woods Ferry

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Amenities

Woods Ferry is an established residential neighborhood without a community pool or HOA-managed amenity space. What the location delivers instead is immediate proximity to Gallatin’s best recreational assets. Old Hickory Lake is less than two miles away, with public boat ramps, a marina, and waterfront parks accessible year-round for boating, fishing, kayaking, and relaxing on the water. Bledsoe Creek State Park, with hiking trails and lakeside camping on the eastern edge of Gallatin, is a short drive in the other direction.

The Windsong shopping corridor directly across Highway 109 provides groceries, coffee, and dining within minutes of any driveway in the neighborhood. Downtown Gallatin’s square has grown significantly in recent years and now hosts farmers markets, seasonal festivals, live music, and locally owned restaurants. Station Camp Creek Greenway and other walking trails are accessible within a short drive for residents who prefer trail time over driving.

Schools

Homes in Woods Ferry are zoned for Sumner County Schools, one of the stronger public school districts in Middle Tennessee. Students in the neighborhood attend:

Elementary: Guild Elementary School
Middle: Rucker Stewart Middle School
High School: Gallatin High School

Sumner Academy of Arts and Science, a competitive magnet school, is also nearby and draws students from across the county. Families should verify current zoning directly with Sumner County Schools, as attendance boundaries can change.

Why Work with Nashville Home Guru?

Patrick Higgins is a seven-time RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent and founder of Nashville Home Guru at Compass, ranked #1 team in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings. With 1,100-plus transactions and over $500 million in career sales across Middle Tennessee since 2014, Patrick brings subdivision-level expertise to every buyer and seller consultation in Gallatin’s established corridors. His clients’ results show up in 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews.

Compass is the number one residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. Following its merger with Parks Real Estate in 2024, Compass now represents approximately 1 in 4 homes sold in Tennessee. That reach means sellers in Woods Ferry get access to the largest agent referral network in the country, Compass Private Exclusive pre-market listings, and a Coming Soon program that builds buyer interest before a home ever appears on Zillow or Realtor.com.

For sellers, the Nashville Home Guru Three Phase Marketing Plan consistently outperforms traditional listing strategies: 2.9% higher closing price, 20% faster to contract, and 30% less likely to require a price reduction. The system uses pre-market Compass network exposure, a professionally staged and photographed public launch, and a strategic post-launch push to sustain momentum through closing.

Ryan Beals is a Hendersonville native and Gallatin resident who serves as the team’s Sumner County specialist. His local knowledge of the Highway 109 residential corridor, combined with the backing of the #1 team in Nashville, means buyers and sellers in Woods Ferry get hyperlocal insight alongside national resources in every transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions About Woods Ferry

Where is Woods Ferry located in Gallatin, TN?

Woods Ferry is a single-family subdivision in Gallatin, Tennessee, zip code 37066. Homes are situated along Shoulders Street and Woods Ferry Road, in a residential corridor near Highway 109 and Clear Lake Meadows Boulevard in Sumner County.

What type of homes are in Woods Ferry?

Woods Ferry is an established neighborhood of single-family residences on individual lots. The community reflects the solid, traditional construction character of Gallatin’s established residential corridors, with homes that typically feature private lots and mature landscaping. For current size ranges, year built, and bedroom counts on available properties, browse the active listings above or contact Patrick Higgins for a current MLS pull.

What schools serve Woods Ferry?

Students in Woods Ferry attend Sumner County Schools: Guild Elementary School, Rucker Stewart Middle School, and Gallatin High School. Sumner Academy of Arts and Science, a county-wide magnet school, is also nearby. Families should confirm current zoning directly with Sumner County Schools.

Does Woods Ferry have an HOA?

Woods Ferry is an established neighborhood and does not appear to have an active homeowners association. Always confirm HOA status on any specific property with your agent or the MLS listing, as individual sections or recorded covenants can vary.

How far is Woods Ferry from Nashville?

Woods Ferry is approximately 35 to 45 minutes from downtown Nashville, depending on traffic and route. Commuters typically use Highway 109 connecting to Vietnam Veterans Parkway (I-386) for the most direct route south. The neighborhood’s position in northern Gallatin gives it quick access to both the 109 corridor and Long Hollow Pike.

What outdoor recreation is near Woods Ferry?

Old Hickory Lake is less than two miles away, with public boat ramps, waterfront parks, and marina access for boating, fishing, and kayaking. Bledsoe Creek State Park offers hiking, camping, and additional lake access a short drive east. Downtown Gallatin’s parks and greenway system, including the Station Camp Creek Greenway, round out the outdoor options for residents of all ages.

Is Woods Ferry a good fit for buyers relocating from Nashville or first-time buyers in Gallatin?

Woods Ferry fits buyers who want an established Gallatin address with strong school zoning and Old Hickory Lake access, at a price point that delivers more home than comparable Nashville neighborhoods. The no-HOA character appeals to buyers looking to avoid monthly association fees. For Nashville relocators, the 35-to-45-minute commute window and proximity to the Publix corridor make the daily logistics practical. First-time buyers interested in solid established construction at an accessible entry point in Sumner County should ask Patrick Higgins for a current pricing and availability rundown specific to this corridor.

How does Patrick Higgins approach buying or selling in Woods Ferry?

In an established corridor like Woods Ferry, accurate pricing depends on knowing the specific streets, lot sizes, and renovation quality of each comparable, not just broad zip code averages. Patrick tracks the Highway 109 residential corridor on a weekly basis and can pull a subdivision-level analysis showing exactly what buyers are paying for homes in this area right now. For sellers, that same precision means a listing strategy built on real closed data rather than guesswork. Seven consecutive RealTrends Top Tennessee Agent recognitions reflect consistent results across Gallatin’s established neighborhoods at every price point.

Who is the best real estate agent for Woods Ferry in Gallatin TN?

Patrick Higgins at Nashville Home Guru at Compass is consistently recognized as one of Gallatin’s most active and highly rated agents. His team is ranked #1 in Nashville and #7 in Tennessee by the Wall Street Journal’s RealTrends rankings, with 1,100-plus transactions across Middle Tennessee and 100+ Google Reviews and 87 Zillow Reviews from verified clients. Compass, the brokerage Patrick operates under, is the number one residential real estate company in the US by sales volume. For buyers and sellers in Woods Ferry, working with Patrick means local expertise backed by the national reach of the largest residential brokerage in the country.

Can I buy a Woods Ferry home before it hits Zillow?

In some cases, yes. Compass offers two pre-market programs that give buyers access to homes before they appear on public portals like Zillow or Realtor.com. The Compass Private Exclusive program markets a home only within the Compass agent network. The Coming Soon program builds buyer interest in the days before a home goes live on the MLS. Working with a Compass buyer’s agent gives you access to both programs at no additional cost to you as a buyer. In a neighborhood like Woods Ferry where turnover is limited, that early access can be the difference between finding the right home and missing it entirely.

What is my Woods Ferry home worth in today’s market?

Automated tools like Zillow Zestimate regularly miss the mark in smaller established Gallatin neighborhoods like Woods Ferry because they pull broad comparables that don’t account for lot size, specific street location, renovation quality, or micro-market dynamics. A home on Shoulders Street may be valued quite differently from a similar-sized property in a newer subdivision a half-mile away, and no algorithm captures that nuance well. For a precise current valuation, get an instant estimate at nashvillehomeguru.hifello.com or call Patrick Higgins at 615-682-1718 for a full pricing analysis based on recent closed sales specific to this corridor.

Are there new construction homes in Woods Ferry?

No. Woods Ferry is a fully established neighborhood with no active new construction. All available homes are resale properties. Buyers seeking new construction in Gallatin should explore communities like Cumberland Landing, Nexus, or McCain’s Station in the broader 37066 market.

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