What you need to know upfront: Ridgeport is one of Spring Hill's most affordable Williamson County neighborhoods. You get WCS schools — which are ranked #1 in Tennessee — at a price point that's $200K-$400K below what you'd pay in newer subdivisions like Brixworth or Wades Grove. The trade-off is that these are late-1990s to mid-2000s homes with the construction and finishes to match.

History and Development

Ridgeport was one of the earlier subdivisions developed during Spring Hill's initial growth wave. Construction started in 1998 and continued through 2005 across at least six sections:

Sections 1-4 (1998-2002): The earliest homes, built during a time when Spring Hill was still transitioning from a small town to a suburban bedroom community. These homes tend to be smaller — many in the 1,300-1,800 sq ft range.

Sections 5A/5B and 6 (2002-2005): Later sections brought slightly larger homes, some reaching up to 2,900 sq ft. By this point Spring Hill's growth trajectory was well established.

The developer, Ridgeport Dev LLC, laid out a conventional suburban grid with several cul-de-sacs off the main through streets. The entire subdivision is built out — no active construction or future phases.

Current status: Fully built out since approximately 2005. All purchases are resale through MLS.

Location and Access

Ridgeport sits in the geographic center of Spring Hill on the Williamson County side, which gives it balanced access to most of the city's amenities and services.

Key distances and access points:

  • Duplex Road is the main east-west artery along the subdivision's north edge — it connects to Columbia Pike (US-31) heading west and to Port Royal Road/I-65 heading east
  • I-65: About 5 to 8 minutes via Duplex Road and Buckner Lane to the Buckner Road interchange (Exit 55)
  • Port Royal Road: A major north-south connector, accessible in a few minutes
  • Columbia Pike (US-31): About 1.5-2 miles west
  • Cool Springs/Franklin: About 26 minutes off-peak, 38 at rush hour
  • Downtown Nashville: About 35 miles north, roughly 35-40 minutes without traffic
  • Longview Recreation Center: A few minutes away on Commonwealth Drive — full gym, indoor/outdoor pool, courts, meeting rooms
  • Fischer Park at Port Royal: The city's largest park, about 4 miles away, with ADA playground, splash pad, sports fields

Directions from I-65: From Franklin, take I-65 South to the Buckner Road interchange (Exit 55), follow Buckner Lane to Duplex Road, and turn into Ridgeport off Duplex Road.

Streets in the subdivision: Dewey Drive, Lawndale Drive, Packard Court, Portview Drive, Portway Court, and Portway Road.

Homes

Ridgeport is exclusively single-family detached homes. No townhomes, no condos. The homes reflect late-1990s and early-2000s Middle Tennessee residential construction — mostly traditional and ranch-style homes.

Size range: 1,300 to 2,904 sq ft (average about 1,894 sq ft, median 1,831 sq ft)

Bedrooms: 3 to 5

Bathrooms: 2 to 3

Lot sizes: Approximately quarter-acre lots, with some reaching a half-acre in the later sections

Garages: Mostly 2-car attached

Common features: Traditional floor plans, hardwood or carpet, cathedral ceilings in some models. The homes are functional and straightforward — this wasn't a custom-builder neighborhood.

Pricing

MetricValue
Sale price range$379,000 - $510,000
Median sale price (closed)$428,500
Average price per sq ft (closed)$270
Average price per sq ft (active)$266
Average days on market72
Annual property taxes~$1,369

The price-per-square-foot is actually higher than you might expect for homes this age, which reflects the Williamson County Schools premium. Buyers are paying for the school district as much as the house.

Amenities

Ridgeport has minimal community amenities within the subdivision itself. There's no community pool, no clubhouse, no tennis courts. The streets have some green space and the neighborhood is described on Nextdoor as having a quiet, well-kept feel.

What makes up for it is proximity to excellent public facilities:

  • Longview Recreation Center (2909 Commonwealth Drive) — a Williamson County Parks & Recreation facility with a wellness center, gymnasium, indoor/outdoor pools, racquetball courts, and meeting rooms. This is within a few minutes of Ridgeport.
  • Port Royal Park — Spring Hill's largest park, with an ADA-compliant playground, splash pad, walking trails, ball fields, and courts
  • Kiddie Park and other Spring Hill parks are nearby

The lack of internal amenities keeps the HOA dues very low, which is a legitimate advantage for buyers who'd rather pay $54/quarter than $150/quarter for a pool they use six times a year.

HOA

Ridgeport has an HOA with modest dues.

HOA dues: Approximately $53-$54/quarter

There's also a one-time fee of approximately $450 (likely a transfer or initiation fee at purchase).

The HOA covers basic common area maintenance. Given the low dues, don't expect extensive services — this is primarily covenant enforcement and minimal grounds upkeep.

Management company details and the specific management firm handling Ridgeport's HOA were not confirmed in available public sources. Prospective buyers should request HOA documents during the purchase process.

Schools

Ridgeport is in Williamson County, which means Williamson County Schools (WCS). WCS is ranked #1 out of 147 school districts in Tennessee, with 64% math proficiency and 69% reading proficiency across the district. That's the headline.

Ridgeport is zoned for Chapman's Retreat Elementary, Heritage Middle and Independence High. Longview Elementary sits right next to the neighborhood, so confirm the elementary assignment by address.

Chapman's Retreat Elementary School

  • Grades PK-5, approximately 559 students
  • Niche grade: A
  • GreatSchools rating: 8/10
  • Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Test scores: 66% proficient in math, 52% in reading (well above state averages)
  • Ranked in the top 20% of Tennessee elementary schools

Longview Elementary School

  • Grades PK-5, approximately 681 students
  • Niche grade: A
  • GreatSchools rating: 8/10
  • Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Test scores: 64% proficient in math, 57% in reading
  • Ranked in the top 10% of Tennessee elementary schools

Heritage Middle School

  • Grades 6-8, approximately 822 students
  • Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Test scores: 64% proficient in math, 59% in reading
  • SchoolDigger: ranks better than 96.7% of Tennessee middle schools
  • Niche: #8 Best Public Middle Schools in Tennessee
  • Parent reviews are mixed — strong academics and arts, but some complaints about school leadership

Independence High School

  • Grades 9-12, approximately 2,097 students
  • Located at 1776 Declaration Way, Thompson's Station
  • Niche grade: A
  • SchoolDigger: 5 stars, ranked 7th of 389 Tennessee high schools
  • Test scores: 67% proficient in math, 70% in reading
  • 95% graduation rate
  • 25 AP courses offered
  • Ranked #25 Best Public High Schools in Tennessee by Niche

The school pipeline here is legitimately strong. Both elementary options are A-rated, Heritage Middle has top-tier test scores despite mixed parent reviews, and Independence High is one of the best public high schools in the state. This is the primary reason people buy in Ridgeport.

Community Feel

Ridgeport is a quiet, established neighborhood. It doesn't have the amenity-driven social scene of newer subdivisions. It's the kind of place where people wave at each other but mostly keep to themselves.

Nextdoor descriptors from residents include: clean, community-focused, dog-friendly, family-friendly, safe, and welcoming.

The homes are well-maintained for their age. The neighborhood benefits from being fully mature — established trees, no construction noise, no empty lots. It's settled.

Facebook group: Ridgeport Subdivision (facebook.com/groups/RidgeportSubdivision/)

Demographics: The mix of 3-5 bedroom homes in the $379K-$510K range draws young families attracted to WCS schools, as well as empty nesters who bought years ago and have stayed. The price point makes this accessible to first-time homebuyers who want to be in Williamson County.