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A GUIDE to RUTHERFORD, SUMNER, and WILSON COUNTY NEIGHBORHOODS Welcome to Rutherford, Sumner, and Wilson Counties A GUIDE TO RUTHERFORD, SUMNER, AND WILSON COUNTY NEIGHBORHOODS Welcome to Rutherford, Sumner, and Wilson Counties. 1 Christiana 2 Eagleville 3 Lascassas 4 La Vergne 5 Murfreesboro 6 Rockvale 7 Smyrna 8 Castalian Springs 9 Gallatin 10 Goodlettsville 11 Hendersonville 12 Portland 13 White House 14 Westmoreland 15 Hermitage 16 Lebanon 17 Mt. Juliet 18 Watertown 12 PORTLAND 14 SUMNER WESTMORELAND 8 13 CASTALIAN WHITE HOUSE SPRINGS 10 9 GOODLETTSVILLE GALLATIN 11 HENDERSONVILLE WILSON 24 16 17 LEBANON 40 15 MT. JULIET HERMITAGE 18 24 WATERTOWN 840 4 LA VERGNE 7 SMYRNA 3 LASCASSAS 5 MURFREESBORO 6 2 ROCKVALE RUTHERFORD EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA N A GUIDE TO RUTHERFORD/SUMNER/WILSON’S NEIGHBORHOODS NUMBERED BY PAGE NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER Rutherford County Serving as the geographical center of the state and sitting just southeast of Nashville, Rutherford County has a lot to offer both in terms of location and amenities. Though residents enjoy a low cost of living, they’re still able to enjoy a high quality of life thanks to Rutherford County’s focus on education, parks and recreation, and small-town feeling. The county boasts a thriving business community and is home to corporate hubs like Nissan, Amazon, and Bridgestone- Firestone, but still has locally-owned shops and restaurants that give the community its unique feel. The area also has diverse options for housing, with single-family homes and townhomes within the cities and larger properties and farmlands making up the surrounding areas. • Founded | 1803 • Size | 624 square miles • Population | 324,890 (2018) • Distance to Nashville | Approximately 30 miles • Median Household Income | $62,149* • Median Home Value | $174,200* * per 2017 U.S. Census Bureau NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 1 Christiana THE NEIGHBORHOOD Located on the southernmost edge of Rutherford County, Christiana is a rural community between Murfreesboro and Shelbyville. Country churches and horse farms dot the main highway and the rolling countryside makes for beautiful scenery. THE MARKET Single-family homes and farms make up the majority of the market. While large tracts of land are the norm, subdivisions with a smaller footprint are making their way into the community as Murfreesboro grows and more businesses make their way south. THE LIFESTYLE KNOWN FOR Christiana affords a peaceful, quiet lifestyle. Locals love grabbing a bite 7 and listening to some live bluegrass or country music at Miller’s Cafe or Miller’s Grocery SMYRNA 3 enjoying a tasting at Big Creek Winery. LASCASSAS Big Creek Winery 5 Horse Farms MURFREESBORO 6 MEDIAN HOME 2 ROCKVALE PRICE: EAGLEVILLE 1 $274,000 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 2 Eagleville THE NEIGHBORHOOD Eagleville is a small and tight-knit community on the southwest corner of Rutherford County. The area features charming restaurants and antique stores plus an active town council that keeps residents busy. The landscape is beautiful and tranquil and is perfect for anyone looking for a more rural lifestyle with the convenience of Murfreesboro only 15 minutes away. THE MARKET Primarily a rural community, Eagleville’s market is made up of mainly single-family brick and farmhouses. THE LIFESTYLE KNOWN FOR SMYRNA Get out and about at the town’s First Fridays event where the local Lucky Ladd Farm shops and restaurants stay open late for locals to mix and mingle. 5 Families, in particular, love spending time each season at Lucky Ladd MEDIAN HOME MURFREESBORO Farm which hosts events that please children and adults alike. PRICE 6 $309,000 2 ROCKVALE EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 3 Lascassas THE NEIGHBORHOOD Located just a few miles northeast of Murfreesboro on the edge of Rutherford County, Lascassas is a rural community that lets you forget you’re near a city. With just a post office, a small market, and a handful of churches, peace and quiet is what the residents love. THE MARKET Family farms that have been around for decades make up much of Lascassas. Residents seeking acreage also love calling the community home. THE LIFESTYLE While close to Murfreesboro and many other areas of Tennessee KNOWN FOR that offer places to go and people to see, Lascassas offers a much 7 Rolling Farmland quieter and more rustic lifestyle. You may feel like you’re stepping SMYRNA 3 back in time when driving through the curvy country roads as you LASCASSAS Jug Creek Distillery see children playing and farmers baling hay. Lascassas is an ideal setting for those seeking a home with beautiful views, untouched 5 MEDIAN HOME by city living. MURFREESBORO PRICE $348,000 6 ROCKVALE 1 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 4 La Vergne THE NEIGHBORHOOD Bordered by Percy Priest Lake and Hurricane Creek to the north and ending just before Sam Ridley Parkway to the south, La Vergne is convenient to I-24 which has made it a popular location for many industrial and international companies that call Middle Tennessee Home. It’s popular for outdoor enthusiasts as well, being closely located to Veteran’s Memorial Park and Poole Knobs Recreation Area which offers easy access to the lake. THE MARKET Predominately single-family homes, La Vergne is ideal for couples and families looking to enjoy Rutherford County’s low property taxes and great school system. Newer townhomes are also entering the market. KNOWN FOR Thriving Business 4 LIFESTYLE District LA VERGNE La Vergne is a tight-knit community that focuses on family and 7 Percy Priest Friday night football. It offers a laid-back atmosphere that is ideal for SMYRNA Recreation Areas 3 raising a family. Residents love dining at some of the locally owned LASCASSAS restaurants and you can often find locals enjoying a day at the lake or MEDIAN HOME 5 local park. PRICE MURFREESBORO $206,000 6 2 ROCKVALE EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 5 Murfreesboro THE NEIGHBORHOOD Murfreesboro is the geographic center of the state of Tennessee and Rutherford County. Settled southeast of Davidson County and just outside of Smyrna, it’s one of the most popular choices for locals looking to get a taste of small-town living without sacrificing the perks of a big city. Murfreesboro features numerous historic areas, shops and restaurants, and most chains you could find in a larger city. THE MARKET Single-family homes and townhomes dominate the market. New developments are popping up frequently throughout the city with many taking an upscale, luxury living style to their design. 4 KNOWN FOR THE LIFESTYLE LA VERGNE Middle Tennessee Having all the perks of a big city, but the close-knit, communal feeling 7 State University SMYRNA of a small town are what make Murfreesboro the preferred place to 3 The Avenue reside in Rutherford County. Locals love spending their time in the LASCASSAS Shopping Mall Historic Downtown Area or at the numerous parks and greenways, 5 such as the Stones River National Battlefield. Being the home of MURFREESBORO Stones River National Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro is a great place to Battlefield raise a family. 6 2 ROCKVALE Nissan Plant EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA MEDIAN HOME PRICE $280,000 NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 6 Rockvale THE NEIGHBORHOOD Rockvale is a small, unincorporated community sitting in the southwest corner of Rutherford County. This small town has beautiful backroads and gorgeous rural scenery. Just a hop, skip, and a jump from larger communities such as Murfreesboro, everything you’ll need is just a short drive away. THE MARKET Some beautiful single family homes make up the majority of the market in Rockvale. Many sit on large properties offering sweeping views, but an occasional, more traditional size lot is available. KNOWN FOR 4 THE LIFESTYLE LA VERGNE Rockvale offers a quiet, laid back lifestyle. Many residents have chosen 7 Champions Run Golf to make the community their home thanks to the far away feeling from SMYRNA 3 Course the city and unobstructed view of the stars. Similar small towns are LASCASSAS nearby, giving residents the quintessential and charming lifestyle that Snail Shell Cave 5 is so often sought after in the South. Their newly opened high school MEDIAN HOME MURFREESBORO completes the Rockvale school system, offering quality Rutherford PRICE 6 County education options to the residents of Rockvale. $361,000 2 ROCKVALE EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER 7 Smyrna THE NEIGHBORHOOD Smyrna is located centrally in Rutherford County. Settled southeast of Davidson County and just between La Vergne and Murfreesboro, it’s a popular spot for locals looking for affordable, family-friendly neighborhoods outside of bustling Nashville. The city features a quaint and historic downtown area with shops and restaurants, but is also home to many of the chains you’re used to, providing every convenience at your fingertips. THE MARKET Single-family homes make up the majority of the market. Many of the newer subdivisions feature community amenities and more established neighborhoods feature charming architecture and large yards. KNOWN FOR Townhomes are also beginning to be developed here. 4 The Smyrna Airport LA VERGNE 7 THE LIFESTYLE The Great Tennessee SMYRNA 3 Airshow The small town feel and the strong sense of community are just some LASCASSAS of the few reasons Smyrna is one of the most desirable towns to reside The Historic Sam in Rutherford County. Residents love spending time at nearby Percy 5 Davis Home Priest Lake and some of the numerous parks and greenway trails. It’s MURFREESBORO MEDIAN HOME also home to many large corporations and Motlow State Community 6 College, making it a great place to start a career. 2 ROCKVALE PRICE $295,000 EAGLEVILLE 1 CHRISTIANA NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE | RUTHERFORD/WILSON/SUMNER Sumner County Filled with history and rich culture, Sumner County is home to residents looking to escape the hustle and bustle of large towns without sacrificing convenience or amenities.
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