Cherry Grove

Cherry Grove is a 214-home all-brick subdivision on 71 acres in the Williamson County side of Spring Hill (Ward 2). It sits off Buckner Lane near the Spring Hill/Thompson's Station boundary, adjacent to the newer Cherry Grove Addition — a separate subdivision developed later by the same developer. These two get confused constantly in property listings, so let's be clear upfront: Cherry Grove is the original development (started 2001), and Cherry Grove Addition came later (started 2002) as an expansion on different acreage. They have separate HOAs.

Every home in Cherry Grove is all-brick custom construction. Multiple builders have worked in the subdivision over its nearly two-decade buildout (2001-2019). The price range — $559K to $1.35M — reflects both the custom quality and the Williamson County location premium.

History and Development

Cherry Grove was planned and developed by Don R. Cameron III through Cameron Properties, LLC. The Cameron family has been developing land in Williamson County since 1980, when brothers Donnie and Tim Cameron started the company. Their residential portfolio across the Spring Hill area is extensive — Cherry Grove, Cherry Grove Addition, Cherry Glen, Cameron Farms, Autumn Ridge, The Arbors at Autumn Ridge, Dakota Pointe, and McLemore Farms all carry the Cameron Properties name.

Construction in Cherry Grove started around 2001, making it one of Cameron's earlier Spring Hill residential projects. The subdivision was built out across multiple phases over 18 years, wrapping up around 2019. Because it's a custom-builder model (not a production builder), the pace of development depended on individual lot sales and custom home contracts rather than a single builder working sequentially through phases.

The builders who have worked in Cherry Grove include several of Williamson County's established custom builders:

• R.G. Custom Homes, LLC — owned by Rob Galbreath, a fourth-generation builder
• Landmark Building Company — founded by Mark Mihacsi, licensed since 1996
• Firm Foundation Custom Homes — family-owned custom builder, projects starting at $750K
• Prominence Building Corp. — custom builder owned and operated by Randall Collier
• Celebration Homes — regional builder also active in Brixworth and other Spring Hill subdivisions

The multi-builder approach is what differentiates Cherry Grove from production-built neighborhoods. No two homes are identical. Each lot was sold to a buyer who then selected a builder and designed a custom home within the subdivision's architectural guidelines (all-brick construction, traditional styling).

Current status: Fully built out. All purchases are resale through MLS.

Location and Access

Cherry Grove sits off Buckner Lane on the north side of Spring Hill, which gives residents a geographic advantage for commuting — you can reach I-65 and Cool Springs/Franklin without driving through downtown Spring Hill.

Key distances and access points:

• Buckner Lane — primary access road, connects to Columbia Pike (US-31) and the I-65 corridor
• Summit High School — very close, just down Buckner Lane
• I-65: Approximately 10-15 minutes via Saturn Parkway or the June Lake interchange (Exit 55, opened May 2024)
• I-840: About 5-10 minutes via Exit 28 to US-31
• Cool Springs Galleria / Franklin: About 15-20 minutes north
• Downtown Nashville: 30-35 miles, roughly 35 minutes without traffic
• Columbia Pike (US-31): A few minutes west, with groceries, retail, and dining

Streets in the subdivision: The street names follow an Australian theme — Alice Springs Circle, Brisbane Court, Brisbane Drive, Bunbury Drive, Canberra Court, Canberra Drive, Fitzroy Circle, Fremantle Circle, Stewart Campbell Pointe, and Wallaby Court. This naming convention is shared with the adjacent Cherry Grove Addition, which can add to the confusion between the two communities.

The Buckner Lane widening project (construction kicked off 2023, encompassing the road from Buckner Road to Duplex Road) will eventually improve traffic flow in front of the subdivision, though construction-phase delays are an ongoing reality for residents.

Homes

Cherry Grove is entirely single-family detached homes with all-brick exterior construction. Traditional and Colonial styles dominate, with stone accents on many homes. The custom-build model means there's genuine architectural variety from lot to lot.

Size range: 2,411 to 5,972 sq ft

Bedrooms: 4 to 5

Bathrooms: 3 to 5

Lot sizes: Typically 0.23 to 0.30 acres (quarter to one-third acre). These are not large lots for the price point — this is probably the most common criticism from buyers used to more acreage at the $800K+ level.

Garages: Primarily two-car attached (front-loading or side-loading); some three-car configurations.

Foundations: Crawl space construction throughout.

Common features: Hardwood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows, custom woodwork, stone accents, stainless steel appliances, arched entryways, formal proportions. Many homes feature main-level primary suites. Some properties have private in-ground pools in addition to the community pool.

Pricing (based on recent market data)

The extended days-on-market figure is worth noting. At the $800K-$1.35M price point, the buyer pool in Spring Hill narrows. Custom homes also take longer to sell because each one is unique — buyers can't easily compare apples to apples.

Amenities

Cherry Grove has a solid but focused amenity package:

• Community swimming pool — with a kiddie pool section
• Clubhouse — available for events and gatherings
• Playground
• Continuous sidewalks throughout the community
• Carriage street lighting — a visual upgrade over standard streetlights
• Underground utilities
• Common areas with mature landscaping — the subdivision preserved pockets of mature trees and waterways during development

Residents describe seasonal community events as a highlight — the kind of neighborhood where people actually show up for holiday gatherings and block parties.

HOA

Cherry Grove has a mandatory HOA with fees that vary by phase.

HOA dues: Approximately $39-$55 per month, depending on the section.

What the dues cover: Pool maintenance, clubhouse upkeep, common area landscaping, general subdivision management.

Not a gated community.

The varying fee structure by phase is something to be aware of. If you're comparing two homes in Cherry Grove, the monthly HOA cost could differ depending on which phase you're in. Ask for the specific fee for any lot you're considering.

Schools

Cherry Grove is zoned for Williamson County Schools (WCS), consistently one of the top school districts in Tennessee.

Bethesda Elementary School

• Grades PK-5, approximately 600 students
• Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
• Niche grade: A
• GreatSchools rating: 7/10
• Test scores: 67% proficient in math, 60% in reading
• Ranked in the top 10% of Tennessee elementary schools

Spring Station Middle School

• Grades 6-8, approximately 835 students
• Niche grade: A
• GreatSchools rating: 7/10
• Test scores: 59% proficient in math, 53% in reading
• Ranked in the top 7.5% of Tennessee middle schools (19th of 583)

Summit High School

• Grades 9-12, approximately 1,648 students
• Niche grade: A-
• GreatSchools rating: 9/10
• 95% graduation rate
• 53% AP participation rate
• Average SAT: 1200, Average ACT: 27
• Ranked #23 among Tennessee high schools (U.S. News)

Summit High is right down Buckner Lane from Cherry Grove. The entire K-12 pathway through WCS is strong. Spring Station Middle in particular ranks in the top 7.5% statewide, which is a data point that doesn't get enough attention.

Community Feel

Population: Approximately 560 residents.

Demographics: Cherry Grove draws families and professionals who want custom-built all-brick homes in Williamson County school zones. The price points and home sizes mean this is an upper-middle to upper-income community. The custom-build model tends to attract buyers who care about design details — these are people who specifically chose to work with a builder rather than buy a production home.

Streetscape character: The Australian-themed street names (Alice Springs, Brisbane, Canberra, Fremantle, Wallaby) give the subdivision a distinctive identity. Combined with the carriage lighting, continuous sidewalks, and consistent all-brick construction, the visual presentation is cohesive despite the variety of custom designs. Mature trees preserved during development add to the established feel.

Cameron Properties footprint: Cherry Grove is one of several Cameron Properties developments clustered in this part of Spring Hill. Cherry Grove Addition sits adjacent, and Cherry Glen is nearby. The Cameron name carries weight in this area — they've been developing here since the 1980s.

Honest Pros and Cons

Pros

• All-brick custom construction — every home is individually designed and built. The quality ceiling is higher than production-built subdivisions, and brick exteriors require minimal long-term maintenance.
• Strong WCS school zone — Bethesda Elementary (top 10% in TN), Spring Station Middle (top 7.5% in TN), Summit High (95% graduation rate, ranked #23 in TN). This is one of the best K-12 pathways in the Spring Hill area.
• Mature, established neighborhood — fully built out with established landscaping and mature trees. No construction trucks, no empty lots, no "coming soon" phases.
• Pool and clubhouse — the clubhouse is a nice addition that many similarly-priced subdivisions skip.
• North-side location — avoids the worst of Spring Hill's downtown traffic for commuters heading to Cool Springs, Franklin, or Nashville.
• Carriage lighting and sidewalks — the streetscape details are a cut above the standard.

Cons

• Lot sizes are tight for the price — 0.23-0.30 acres at $559K-$1.35M. You can find significantly larger lots at lower prices elsewhere in Spring Hill. If outdoor space matters to you, this ratio will feel off.
• Extended time on market — averaging over 100 days. At this price point, budget time if you plan to sell.
• HOA fees vary by phase — $39-$55/month depending on which section, which creates inconsistency.
• Naming confusion with Cherry Grove Addition — these are separate subdivisions with separate HOAs, but listings frequently blur the distinction. Verify which community a home is actually in.
• Older homes showing age — the earliest homes from 2001 are now 25 years old. Brick holds up, but HVAC, roofing, and water heaters in those early-phase homes are due for replacement if not already done.
• Buckner Lane construction — the widening project is improving long-term access but causing construction-related traffic in the near term.

Last updated: April 2026

Sources: Nashville Home Guru, Nashville MLS, Williamson Source, Cameron Properties, Firm Foundation Custom Homes, Neighborhoods.com, Larson James Real Estate, Niche.com, GreatSchools, U.S. News Education, SchoolDigger, Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce, City of Spring Hill