Ladd Park Homes and Neighborhood Guide, Franklin TN
A guide to Ladd Park and The Highlands at Ladd Park in south Franklin, with Harpeth River trails, builders, amenities, HOA notes and buying and selling guidance.
Plan Your Sale
- Location: South Franklin (37064), inside Franklin city limits, near Peytonsville Road and the Williamson County Ag Expo Park.
- Developer: Trillium Ventures; homes built from the late 2000s on.
- Sections: The Highlands at Ladd Park is the original and largest section.
- Builders: The Jones Company, Signature Homes, Ford Classic, Turnberry and others.
- Amenities: About 10 miles of paved trails, a canoe launch, riverside park, pools and a swim team.
- Verify: HOA documents and dues, school zoning, flood zone status near the river and the builder's warranty history.
About the Community
Ladd Park is a south Franklin community built along about two miles of Harpeth River frontage. Trillium Ventures developed it starting in the late 2000s, and The Highlands at Ladd Park, the original and largest section, sits near the Williamson County Ag Expo Park off Peytonsville Road.
The river shapes the whole place. About 10 miles of paved trails, a canoe launch and a riverside park give Ladd Park a lot of outdoor space, and the Junior Olympic pool and swim team are a big part of summer here.
Several builders have worked in Ladd Park, so homes vary in builder, plan and finish. That's where careful comparison matters most.
Why People Consider It
Community is the word that comes up most about Ladd Park. Between the Junior Olympic pool, the swim team, about 10 miles of paved trails and a canoe launch on the Harpeth, there's always something going on, and the neighborhood calendar keeps people connected.
Yards are on the small side, which is the trade for having that much shared space. Homes near the river deserve a close look at flood zone status, and some sections still have building going on nearby.
Homes and Property Styles
Ladd Park homes are mostly two-story single-family homes in traditional and transitional styles with brick and stone exteriors, generally around 2,000 to 4,500 square feet, and some lots allow basements. Builders have included The Jones Company, Signature Homes, Ford Classic, Turnberry, Stonebridge and others.
When I compare homes here, I start with the builder and year, then the plan, the lot and whether it backs to trails, open space or the river.
Property and Price Context
Ladd Park generally sits in the medium to upper-medium range for Franklin. Newer homes and that much shared space are what push it above most of the older neighborhoods nearby.
Builder and section explain most of the spread. The Jones Company, Signature, Ford Classic and Turnberry each built here, so two homes of similar size can differ in finish and age, and backing to trails or open space can add real value.
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Amenities and HOA
The Highlands at Ladd Park has a homeowners association that maintains the pools, trails, parks and common areas.
Ask for the current documents, dues and any assessments, and confirm which amenities your section can use, since Ladd Park has more than one pool.
Nearby Places
Ladd Park sits in south Franklin near Peytonsville Road and the Ag Expo Park, a couple of minutes from I-65. Downtown Franklin is about 10 to 15 minutes away and Cool Springs about 6 miles.
Berry Farms and its Town Center are close by. Drive the route at your normal times if you'll commute.
School Zoning
Williamson County Schools' 2026-27 zone locator shows Creekside Elementary, Page Middle and Page High for every Ladd Park home address we checked, one on each street. Treat that as a starting point, not a guarantee. Assignments are set by address and can change, so confirm the current zoning for the specific home with the district's locator before you make a decision that depends on it.
Seller Strategy
Selling in Ladd Park means helping buyers see your home's place in a big, varied community. Your builder, upgrades, lot and nearness to trails and the river are all worth highlighting.
Pricing comes from recent Ladd Park sales of the same builder and size range, and from any new construction competing nearby.
Buyer Strategy
Buying in Ladd Park starts with the builder and the section. Ask about the builder's reputation and warranty history, and look closely at the lot, drainage and FEMA flood zone if the home is near the river.
Request the HOA documents early so you understand dues, amenities and rules.
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In Ladd Park, your builder, lot and trail access all shape your price. Let's make sure buyers see them.
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Ladd Park has many builders and sections, and they're not interchangeable.
We can help you compare them before you choose.
Community questions
Common Questions About Ladd Park
Honest answers to what buyers and sellers ask me about this area.
Where is Ladd Park in Franklin, TN?
Ladd Park is in south Franklin near Peytonsville Road and the Williamson County Ag Expo Park, along the Harpeth River.
What is The Highlands at Ladd Park?
The Highlands at Ladd Park is the original and largest section of the Ladd Park community.
What amenities does Ladd Park have?
About 10 miles of paved trails, a canoe launch, a riverside park, a Junior Olympic pool and a neighborhood swim team.
Who built the homes in Ladd Park?
Builders have included The Jones Company, Signature Homes, Ford Classic, Turnberry and others.
What schools serve Ladd Park?
Williamson County Schools' 2026-27 zones show Creekside Elementary, Page Middle and Page High for Ladd Park homes. Confirm by address, since zones can change.
Can The Hoover Team help me buy or sell in Ladd Park?
Yes. We can help you compare builders, sections and lots so you can buy or price with confidence.
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