Westhaven Homes and Neighborhood Guide, Franklin TN
A guide to Westhaven, Southern Land Company's 1,500-acre community on Franklin's west side, with home types, builders, amenities, HOA notes and buying and selling guidance.
Plan Your Sale
- Location: West Franklin (37064), along Highway 96 West, about 5 to 10 minutes from downtown.
- Developer: Southern Land Company; first homeowners moved in in 2003.
- Size: About 1,500 acres, with roughly half kept as green space and around 3,500 homes planned at build-out.
- Homes: Single-family homes, townhomes, condos, villas and a 55+ section, from roughly 1,800 to more than 5,000 square feet.
- Builders: SLC Homes, Ford Classic Homes, Legend Homes, Stonegate Homes and Zurich Homes.
- Verify: HOA documents and rental rules, golf club membership terms, school zoning and the specific home's condition.
About the Community
Westhaven is Southern Land Company's planned community on the west side of Franklin, along Highway 96 West. The first homeowners moved in in 2003, and today it covers about 1,500 acres, with around half of that kept as green space, parks and trails. More than 2,400 households live there, and the plan calls for about 3,500 homes when it's finished.
What sets it apart is the layout. Homes sit close to sidewalks with front porches, and the Village Center puts shops and restaurants within walking distance of many streets. You'll find single-family homes, townhomes, condos, villas and a 55+ section, built by several builders over more than twenty years.
That range is the reason I like to slow down here. A newer home from a current builder and a 2005 resale on the same street are different decisions, and so are a townhome and a home on the lake loop. The right comparison makes all the difference, whether you're buying or selling.
Why People Consider It
People like Westhaven for the walkability and the shared spaces. The Residents Club, pools, tennis, playgrounds, Westhaven Lake with its trail loop and about nine miles of trails give it a lot of everyday life outside the house, and Pearre Creek Elementary sits inside the community.
The location helps too. Downtown Franklin is about 5 to 10 minutes away and Leiper's Fork is just down the road. The tradeoff is that lots are generally smaller than in older Franklin neighborhoods, and Westhaven Golf Club is private, with membership separate from owning a home.
Homes and Property Styles
Westhaven homes lean traditional Southern, Craftsman and transitional, most with front porches. Sizes run roughly 1,800 to more than 5,000 square feet across single-family homes, three-story townhomes, condos and villas. The Astor Club section serves residents 55 and older.
SLC Homes, Southern Land's own builder, has built roughly 870 homes here, and current builders include Ford Classic Homes, Legend Homes, Stonegate Homes and Zurich Homes. When I compare homes, I look at the builder and year, the plan, how the home sits on its street or green, and what's been updated since it was built.
Property and Price Context
Price in Westhaven depends on the home type, the builder, the year built, the location within the community and updates. A townhome near the Village Center and a large single-family home near the golf course are in very different conversations.
I'd compare recent Westhaven sales of the same type first, then current builder pricing, then similar west Franklin neighborhoods. That's where a real pricing conversation starts.
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Amenities and HOA
Westhaven has a homeowners association that maintains the common areas, pools and amenities. Rental rules vary by area, so read the documents for the specific section before you buy.
Westhaven Golf Club, an 18-hole Arthur Hills course with views of the Harpeth River, is private, and membership isn't included with a home purchase. Ask the club directly about current membership terms if golf is part of the plan.
Nearby Places
Westhaven sits along Highway 96 West, about 5 to 10 minutes from downtown Franklin. Cool Springs is roughly 15 minutes away and downtown Nashville about 25 to 30, depending on traffic.
Barclay Place, Spencer Hall and WillowSprings are nearby, and Leiper's Fork is a short drive west. Drive your commute at the times you'd actually be on the road before you decide.
School Zoning
Listings for homes in Westhaven have generally shown Williamson County Schools assignments, most often Pearre Creek Elementary (which sits inside Westhaven), Hillsboro Elementary/Middle and Independence High. Treat that as a starting point, not a guarantee. Assignments are set by address and can change, so confirm the current zoning with Williamson County Schools and its school locator before you make a decision that depends on it.
Seller Strategy
Selling in Westhaven often means competing with builders who still have new homes for sale in the same community. Your home needs to show what new construction can't: a finished yard, mature trees, upgrades already in place, window treatments and a move-in date that isn't tied to a build schedule.
Pricing comes from the most relevant recent Westhaven resales of the same home type and era, weighed against current builder pricing. A clear story about your street, your view and what you've added since closing goes a long way.
Buyer Strategy
Buying in Westhaven starts with choosing between a resale and new construction, and between home types. Each has a different set of comparable sales, a different maintenance load and different HOA rules.
If you're looking at new construction, remember the builder's sales team represents the builder, so bring your own representation from the first visit. For any home, ask for the HOA documents early. Renting is allowed in some areas but restricted or subject to approval in others, which matters if you ever plan to lease.
Thinking About Buying or Selling Here?
Thinking about selling?
In Westhaven, your home competes with builders as well as neighbors. Let's show buyers what yours offers that new construction can't.
We'll look at your home type, updates and the most relevant recent sales, with no pressure on timing.
Comparing where to live?
Westhaven has a lot of choices, from townhomes to new construction to the 55+ section.
We can help you compare them side by side before you fall for one.
Community questions
Common Questions About Westhaven
Honest answers to what buyers and sellers ask me about this area.
Who developed Westhaven in Franklin, TN?
Southern Land Company developed Westhaven. The first homeowners moved in in 2003, and the community covers about 1,500 acres.
How many homes will Westhaven have?
Westhaven is planned for about 3,500 homes at build-out, with roughly half the land kept as green space, parks and trails.
Is Westhaven Golf Club membership included with a home?
No. Westhaven Golf Club is private, and membership is separate from owning a home. Ask the club for current membership terms.
What kinds of homes are in Westhaven?
Westhaven has single-family homes, townhomes, condos, villas and a 55+ section, from roughly 1,800 to more than 5,000 square feet.
Can you rent out a home in Westhaven?
Renting is allowed in some areas but restricted or subject to HOA approval in others. Check the documents for the specific section.
Can The Hoover Team help me buy or sell in Westhaven?
Yes. We can compare resales and new construction, home types and recent sales so you can make a clear decision.
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