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Schools are the draw
Homeowners seeking privacy are flocking to Cottontown. Some of the biggest draws are new builds, farmhouses, ranch-style houses, barns, log homes, and brick ranches on sprawling lots. In addition, a very desirable school district is impacting the Cottontown housing market. “It is a popular area. Homes are going quickly,” explains Lora Lovell of Re/Max Choice Properties. “The Liberty Creek schools are drawing people there. And, because of the schools, resale values are up.”
Liberty Creek High School earns an A-minus on Niche.
Historic farmhouses remain alongside newer builds in Cottontown.
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Privacy is a top priority
Bigger is better in pastoral and rural Cottontown. Lots are as big as 81,892 square feet and most houses are 2,295 square feet. Price points hover around $300,000 to $3.1 million. Residents in the community value their solitude. “The houses are spread out,” Lovell, who has sold homes in the region for ten years. “People love the privacy. They are not on top of each other.”
Ranch-style homes are common on spacious Cottontown lots.
Homes often sit on large lots with privacy, prized in Cottontown.
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Lots to do at Old Hickory Lake
The neighborhood has no local parks, but Old Hickory Lake, named after former U.S. President Andrew Jackson, is a 12-mile drive. Guests take pleasure in pontoon boat sunbathing and jet skiing. And at the lake, some locals go hunting or birdwatching. Other visitors to the lake enjoy the fishing, with largemouth, spotted, and smallmouth bass being the most sought-after catches of the day. Locals also learn to ride horses at the Liberty Creek Farm. Those seeking other green spaces can visit the more than a dozen parks within 10 miles like the 185-acre Triple Creek Park
The Whiskey Cave is a must-go shopping experience
One of the unique shops in the area is The Whiskey Cave, where folks can buy vintage and new Jack Daniels Whiskey apparel. Other shopping needs are met nearby in Gallatin, which has several grocery stores like Publix and Food Lion. Those who want to go out to eat can trek to Gallatin, Hendersonville or Nashville, all of which are less than 45 minutes away. All three areas have several boutiques, restaurants, museums and storefronts.
Publix in Gallatin serves everyday grocery needs for Cottontown.
The Whiskey Cave sells Jack Daniel’s gear and gifts near Cottontown.
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Sumner County schools earn high praise
Cottontown is served Sumner County Schools, which earns an A-minus on Niche. To alleviate overcrowding issues, the district opted to build three new schools in Gallatin. Liberty Creek Elementary and Liberty Creek Middle are not yet rated by Niche, and Liberty Creek High School earns an A-minus. Students at Liberty Creek High can choose to join 20 different school-sponsored clubs, and they have the opportunity to play 20 different varsity-level sports.
Liberty Creek Middle serves Sumner County families near Cottontown.
Liberty Creek Elementary is part of Sumner County Schools.
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Nashville is a 45-minute trek
Those seeking mass transit will have to make the 10-mile drive to Gallatin. The Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority operates daily bus service from Gallatin to downtown Nashville. Tennessee State Route 6, also known as U.S. Route 31E, connects inhabitants to Nashville in 45 minutes. There are also two airports to select from for long-distance passengers. Music City Executive is in Gallatin and Nashville International Airport is a 45-minute excursion.
Nashville's skyline is just under an hour drive from Cottontown.
Nashville is a popular day-trip destination for Cottontown residents.
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On average, homes in Cottontown, TN sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottontown, TN over the last 12 months is $480,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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