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New Construction · Gallatin, Sumner County · Updated July 2026

Best Real Estate Agent for New Construction in Gallatin, TN (2026)

Gallatin is the seat of Sumner County, built around a historic downtown square with Old Hickory Lake and Bledsoe Creek State Park on its edges — and 39 new-construction communities in and around the city that our team tracks one by one, 21 of them actively selling as of July 2026. Choosing a new-construction agent here is not about who has the nicest sign: it is about who reads the builder's purchase agreement with you before you sign it, who has actually walked these communities, and who stands with you at the pre-drywall and final walk-throughs — because the agent in the model home is paid by the builder to represent the builder, which is their disclosed role, not a criticism. The Will Johnson Team is brokered by eXp Realty and has closed $27.7M in volume across 64 transactions (as of 2026); representation comes at little or no cost to most new-construction buyers — call 615-265-1000.

Will Johnson

Will Johnson

U.S. Army veteran (Major, 14 years) · former CRNA · tours Sumner County communities weekly

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39

Gallatin communities documented

81

Sumner County communities documented

5.0

rating on Google

Weekly

community tours

$27.7M

sold across Middle Tennessee

~64

closed transactions

$433K

average sale price

Counts computed from our live community dataset · production figures based on our closed transactions (as of 2026) · updated July 2026

The short answer

The Will Johnson Team is a Middle Tennessee real estate team at eXp Realty specializing in new construction across Gallatin and Sumner County, led by Will Johnson and licensed in Tennessee since 2013 (license #330494). Based on closed transactions as of 2026, the team has sold $27.7M across about 64 transactions — a $433K average sale price — holds a 5.0 rating on Google and Zillow, is RealTrends Verified 2026, and has been featured as an expert source by CBS MoneyWatch and Bottom Line Personal. Call 615-265-1000.

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More than a good price

Why touring every week changes everything

A fair deal is the floor, not the goal. Here is what you actually get from an agent who is physically in Gallatin's new-construction communities every week.

The right home, not just a good price

Saving you money is the easy part. What we care about is finding the home that fits your life — so we ask the questions that surface what actually matters to you, then we don't waste your weekends on homes that miss it.

We know what's available — and what's coming

We walk these communities every week and have real relationships with the on-site agents. That means current inventory, quick-move-in homes, and often what's releasing next — the kind of intel you won't find on the listing sites.

An honest builder-to-builder comparison

Construction quality, standard features, warranties, and incentives vary a lot from builder to builder. Because we're actually in these homes, we can compare them for you for real — not from a brochure, but from standing in the rooms.

A true story — names left out

$130,000

overpaid on a single brand-new home — by walking in without their own agent

A $130,000 lesson in why this matters

A physical therapist relocating to Middle Tennessee from out of state bought a brand-new home at full price, straight from the builder's on-site agent. That agent was friendly and genuinely helpful — the way a dealership's finance manager is friendly and helpful. The buyer's own husband even worked for the builder, in the IT department, so they trusted the company completely.

What nobody in that office mentioned was the quiet fire sale running through the very same neighborhood: other buyers were getting the exact same floor plan for far less. By the time it surfaced, this family had overpaid by roughly $130,000. These are smart, careful people — medically trained, detail-oriented. The mistake wasn't carelessness. It was buying in a market they couldn't walk, on a timeline they didn't set, with no one in the room paid to be on their side.

What an independent agent does

Pulls the recent sales and current incentives in that community, sees what the neighbors are actually paying, and makes sure you pay what everyone else pays — or walk. That's the whole job, and it costs you little or nothing, because the builder typically pays buyer-agent compensation. Just bring us in before you sign.

Do You Need a Buyer's Agent for New Construction in Gallatin?

Yes. In Gallatin and across Sumner County, the agent waiting in the builder's model home is paid by the builder to represent the builder — so if you tour and buy without your own agent, no one in that transaction is working for you. Your own buyer's agent is the person paid to sit on your side of the table: reading the fine print, pricing the trade-offs, and protecting your money at each decision point from lot selection through closing.

The reason more buyers skip this is a myth about cost. In most Sumner County new-construction communities the builder already budgets buyer-agent compensation into the deal, so bringing your own agent reaches you at little or no cost — walking in alone doesn't save you money, it only gives up your representation. Our team tours these communities firsthand — every Sumner County new-construction community documented in the table on this page — so the guidance you get reflects what is actually selling this week, not last month. Bring us in before you sign, and call 615-265-1000.

Why You Deserve Your Own Agent in New Construction

Buying a new home from a builder is different from purchasing an existing home. The builder's on-site agent represents the builder — their role is to sell homes at the best terms for the builder. That's not adversarial; it's just how it works. As a buyer, you benefit from having someone in your corner who represents your interests: someone to explain what should and shouldn't be an upgrade, to negotiate meaningful terms in the purchase agreement, to guide you through the build timeline, to walk a pre-closing inspection, and to make sure you understand what you're getting before you sign.

We offer representation at little or no cost to you. Buyer representation may carry a fee unless it is absorbed at closing by the builder. That means you can have a dedicated advocate without a surprise bill at closing — and in most new-construction deals, the fee is covered as part of the transaction.

New Construction Communities in Gallatin, TN (July 2026)

Gallatin is a vibrant county seat in Sumner County, about 30 miles northeast of Nashville. The city has attracted significant economic investment — Meta operates a major data center here, and major employers like GAP, Inc. and Highpoint Health – Sumner (formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center) anchor the local economy. For home buyers, that economic momentum translates into active new construction. As of 2026 we document 39 new-construction communities in Gallatin — the table below marks which of them are selling today, which are coming soon and which are built out, representing a diverse range of builders, price points, and home styles.

  • Langford Farms (Goodall Homes)
  • Kensington Downs (Goodall Homes)
  • Carellton (Goodall Homes, Creekside Homes, Lennar, Davidson Homes)
  • Nexus — Park Collection (David Weekley Homes)
  • Nexus — Village Collection (David Weekley Homes)
  • Nexus Townhomes (David Weekley Homes)
  • Nexus North and Nexus South (D.R. Horton, David Weekley Homes)
  • Nichols Place (Lennar, Ole South Properties)
  • Winston Place (Smith Douglas Homes)
  • Foxland Crossing (Lennar, Goodall Homes, Smith Douglas Homes)
  • Foxland Harbor (Meritage Homes, Drees Homes, Goodall Homes)
  • Kennesaw Farms (Southeastern Building Corporation)
  • Cambridge Farms (Goodall Homes)
  • Fairvue Plantation (Hughes-Edwards, Second Generation, Westview, Phillips, Botsko, Goodall)
  • The Cottages at Patterson Farms (Goodall Homes)
  • The Villas at Foxland Crossing (Goodall Homes)
  • The Knoll at Fairvue (Goodall Homes, Phillips Builders)
  • Westfield (Southeastern Building Corporation, Wheeler Construction)
  • McCain's Station (CastleRock Communities)
  • Avery Trace (Lennar)
  • Caldwell Place (Lennar)
  • Preston Park (Lennar)
  • Bledsoe Springs (M/I Homes)
  • Freedom 55+ Village (D.R. Horton)
  • Oxford Station (Parkside Builders)
  • The Vineyard (Drees Homes)
  • Twin Eagles (Randy Jones Construction)
  • Bellsford Landing (Creekside Homes, Wheeler Construction, Ballou Construction)

These communities span entry-level homes, move-up product, and semi-custom builds, with pricing tiers that accommodate first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and luxury segments. Rather than quote specific price ranges — which change weekly — we recommend confirming current pricing directly with the team. What matters is that Gallatin offers genuine choice: different builders, different neighborhoods, different home styles, all new construction with builder warranties and current-market specifications.

Community data from The Will Johnson Team's on-the-ground documentation of 39 Gallatin new-construction communities (364 across Middle Tennessee), updated July 2026.

Which Gallatin community fits how you want to live? (July 2026)

  • Choose Foxland Harbor or Fairvue Plantation if lake living is the priority — Foxland Harbor has boat docks, a lakeside pool, and roughly three miles of Old Hickory Lake shoreline; Fairvue pairs golf, pool, and tennis with estate homes up to lakefront listings above $4M.
  • Choose The Knoll at Fairvue or Oxford Station if you want lower-maintenance living — The Knoll's villas, cottages, and townhomes start in the high $300s and are walkable to shopping, restaurants, and a movie theater; Oxford Station townhomes (from $314,900) include lawn care, paved creek-side trails, and a dog park.
  • Choose the Nexus collections (Park, Village, Townhomes, North, South) if you want a large master-planned amenity set — pools, fitness, playgrounds, and trails — with townhome entries from $299,990.
  • Choose Freedom 55+ Village if you're shopping the age-qualified (55+) lane — D.R. Horton single-family homes and villas from $294,900 with a clubhouse, resort pool, pickleball, and tennis.
  • Choose Westfield or McCain's Station if the Nashville commute drives the decision — both sit in the Station Camp / Big Station Camp corridor with quick access to Exit 12 on Vietnam Veterans Boulevard (SR-386).
  • Choose Twin Eagles or Bellsford Landing if you want larger homesites — Twin Eagles averages about a half-acre; Bellsford Landing pairs roughly 0.45-acre lots with a one-mile walking trail and a pond, with new builds from about $1.1M.

Builder-published pricing as of July 2026; pricing and incentives change weekly and we can't predict where they go — we confirm live numbers with each builder before you tour.

How New Construction Buying Works

The new-construction timeline and process differ from buying a resale home. Understanding the phases helps you know what to expect and where your agent's guidance matters most.

  • Lot selection and contract: You tour the community, choose a homesite, and sign a purchase agreement with the builder. This is where upgrade terms, closing costs, and timeline get locked in — and where having your own agent reviewing the contract language protects you.
  • Design center selections: You meet with the builder's design consultant to select finishes — countertops, flooring, appliances, paint, cabinetry, and other options. The builder will quote upgrade costs; your agent helps you understand what's standard versus optional and what represents true value.
  • Build phases: Foundation, framing, mechanical rough-ins, drywall, finishing trades, and landscaping unfold over weeks or months depending on complexity. You receive progress updates; your agent tracks the timeline and flags delays that may affect your closing date.
  • Pre-closing walkthrough: Before closing, you walk the finished home with the builder's representative to inspect for completeness and quality. Your agent or a professional inspector can accompany you to catch any punch-list items that need addressing before you take ownership.
  • Closing: You sign final documents, receive keys, and take possession. At closing, any builder fees, your representation fee (if applicable), and loan documents are finalized.

Cost and Representation in New Construction

Our representation is available at little or no cost to you. Buyer representation may carry a fee, though this fee may be absorbed at closing by the builder or developer. We work directly with new-construction communities and builders across Sumner County and the surrounding counties, and in most cases the builder covers the cost of buyer representation as part of their marketing budget. One practical thing catches buyers out more than anything else here: most builders want your agent named, or physically with you, at your first visit to the sales office for that representation to be recognized — so loop us in before you register, not after. Ask before you tour and we'll tell you which communities absorb our fee and which don't.

Why Will Johnson and The Will Johnson Team

Will Johnson is an Army veteran and former Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) who brings both discipline and patient attention to detail to every transaction. He tours Sumner County new-construction communities constantly — multiple times a week — so he knows the current inventory, builder reputations, lot availability, and HOA terms across Gallatin and the broader county. That ground-level knowledge translates to real advantage: we can tell you which communities are moving fast, which builders are reliable, which lots have specific advantages, and what's actually available to buy right now instead of what was listed three weeks ago.

We document new-construction communities across Middle Tennessee — Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford, Wilson, Maury and Montgomery counties, with the live count for each set out in the tables on this page — but Sumner County is our wheelhouse. We're not agents dipping into new construction as a side offering; we're specialists who focus on it, live it, and build our reputation on getting buyers into the right home, at the right price, with the right terms. Our buyer-representation agreement carries a 24-hour release, spelled out below — it covers your agreement with our team, not a purchase contract with a builder or seller. We're also available by phone at 615-265-1000 — direct access, not a queue. That accessibility matters when a community releases new inventory on a Friday or a lot you're interested in is about to get spoken for.

24-Hour Release From Our Buyer Agreement

Our buyer-representation agreement — the agreement to have our team represent you — includes a 24-hour cancellation clause. With written notice (a text or email), we release you from working with us within 24 hours, for any reason, no fight and no friction. To be clear, this applies to your agreement with our team — not to a purchase contract with a builder or seller, which carries its own separate terms and contingencies. We include it because the right partnership is earned every week, not locked into a long contract: if we aren't delivering, you're free to walk.

Schools in Gallatin

Gallatin is served by Sumner County Schools. Attendance zones are set by address and can change, particularly during new development, so confirm the current assignment for any specific address with the district before you buy. Zoning is set by Sumner County Schools (https://www.sumnerschools.org/). We do not rate or characterize schools — for each school's own published information, the Tennessee Department of Education report card is the right independent source.

Which builders are active in Gallatin right now?

18 builders are named in the 21 communities we document as currently selling new homes in Gallatin, and we track 18 more here in other states of release — 11 of them recorded as coming soon. Builder line-ups move as phases release and close out, so this is what our July 2026 documentation holds — call 615-265-1000 and we will confirm who is actually writing contracts in a community before you drive out to it.

A builder appears below because our record of a currently-selling community names it. Read that literally: a community often carries several builders, and one builder's own section inside it can be closed out while the community as a whole is still releasing homes. Which plans are actually being written today is a question we answer per community, on the phone, before you plan a Saturday around one.

We are not ranking these builders and we do not have a favorite among them. They build to different standards, price points and timelines, and which one fits you is a conversation about your plan, not a league table. Where we have written a profile of a builder, the name below links to it.

Also documented here, but not currently listed by the builder

We keep a record of these communitiesand the page is still here. What changed is that the builder's own Middle Tennessee community list did not carry them when we read it on 2026-09-23, so we do not present them as something you can walk into and buy today. That is normally a phase closing out, and it is not a judgement about the builder or the neighbourhood.

Compiled from the Gallatin new-construction communities we document in Sumner County, updated July 2026. 8 of these builders have a profile on this site. Builder names are recorded as the community publishes them.

About the incentives these builders advertise

Most of the largest builder incentives — rate buydowns and the bigger closing-cost credits — require financing through the builder's preferred lender. That can still be a good deal, and it can also be a worse one than it looks: the incentive is advertised as a package, and what actually matters is the all-in cost of the home and the loan under each option, side by side. You can always bring your own lender; what changes is whether the incentive travels with you. Incentives vary by builder, community and home, and they change — we get the current terms in writing from the community before you tour, and we run the comparison with you. See what builders are advertising across Middle Tennessee.

New-construction communities in Gallatin at a glance

Every active and coming-soon community we track in Gallatin, with builders, starting prices, and home types. Compiled from builder and RealTracs MLS data we keep current — pricing and availability change weekly, so we confirm live before you tour.

CommunityCityStatusBuildersPriced fromHome types
Atlas TownhomesGallatinComing soontownhome
Avery TraceGallatinNow sellingLennarFrom $419,990single-family, townhome
Bellsford LandingGallatinNow sellingCreekside Homes, Wheeler Construction, Ballou ConstructionActive and pending listings $1,119,950–$1,244,900 (RealTracs via MLS GRID, as of 2026-09-05); Creekside's published to-be-built plans $1,133,900–$1,302,900 (creeksidenewhomes.com/bellsfordlanding-floorplans, as of 2026-09-07)single-family
Bledsoe SpringsGallatinNow sellingM/I HomesStarting at $404,990single-family
Caldwell PlaceGallatinComing soonLennartownhome
Cambridge FarmsGallatinNow sellingGoodall Homessingle-family
CarelltonGallatinSold outGoodall Homes, Creekside Homes, Lennar, Davidson Homessingle-family
Fairvue PlantationGallatinNow sellingHughes-Edwards Builders, Second Generation Homes, Westview Homes, Phillips Builders, Botsko Builders, Goodall Homessingle-family, townhome, villa
Fairway FarmsGallatinAsk us
Foxland CrossingGallatinNow sellingLennar, Goodall Homes, Smith Douglas Homessingle-family, townhome
Foxland HarborGallatinNow sellingMeritage Homes, Drees Homes, Goodall Homessingle-family, townhome, villa, condo, custom
Freedom 55+ VillageGallatinNow sellingD.R. Hortonsingle-family, villa
Greensboro VillageGallatinComing soonactive-adult, townhome
Kennesaw FarmsGallatinNow sellingSoutheastern Building Corporationsingle-family, townhome
Kensington DownsGallatinComing soonGoodall Homessingle-family
KensleyGallatinComing soonsingle-family
Langford FarmsGallatinNow sellingGoodall Homessingle-family
McCain's StationGallatinNow sellingCastleRock Communitiessingle-family
Miers HillGallatinComing soonsingle-family
Nexus - Park CollectionGallatinNow sellingDavid Weekley HomesFrom $424,990single-family
Nexus - Village CollectionGallatinNow sellingDavid Weekley Homessingle-family
Nexus NorthGallatinNow sellingD.R. Horton, David Weekley Homessingle-family, townhome
Nexus SouthGallatinNow sellingD.R. HortonFrom $313,990single-family, villa
Nexus TownhomesGallatinNow sellingDavid Weekley HomesFrom $299,990townhome
Nichols PlaceGallatinSold outLennar, Ole South Propertiessingle-family
Oak Hill Phase 3GallatinComing soonsingle-family
Oxford StationGallatinNow sellingParkside BuildersFrom the Low $300'stownhome
Preston ParkGallatinSold outLennartownhome
Sunset FarmGallatinComing soon
The Cottages at Patterson FarmsGallatinAsk usGoodall Homescottage, single-family
The Knoll at FairvueGallatinNow sellingGoodall Homes, Phillips Builderstownhome, cottage, villa
The MeadowsGallatinComing soon
The Villas at Foxland CrossingGallatinSold outGoodall Homesvilla
The VineyardGallatinSold outDrees Homessingle-family
Twin EaglesGallatinNow sellingRandy Jones Constructionfrom the low $500,000s (new construction)single-family
Twin PondsGallatinComing soonsingle-family
Wedgewood TownhomesGallatinComing soontownhome
WestfieldGallatinNow sellingSoutheastern Building Corporation, Wheeler Constructionsingle-family
Winston PlaceGallatinNow sellingSmith Douglas HomesPriced from $389,990single-family

39communities tracked. Builder lineups and pricing change frequently — call 615-265-1000 and we'll confirm what's currently available and released before you tour.

Community data from The Will Johnson Team's on-the-ground documentation of 39 Gallatin new-construction communities (364 across Middle Tennessee), updated July 2026.

Firsthand, on the ground

Walk through Gallatin new construction with Will

Real tours from our @wheretoliveinnashville channel — the same homes and communities we'll walk with you.

11 published tours are matched to Gallatin communities — 6 of them are shown here. Browse every tour we have published.

Inside these Gallatin new-construction homes

The details from our firsthand video tours — so you get the read whether or not you press play.

408 Rawlings Ln — McCain's Station, Gallatin (CastleRock Communities Bierstadt plan)

This tour walks through 408 Rawlings Ln in the McCain's Station community of Gallatin, TN — a new-construction CastleRock Communities "Bierstadt" floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2,414 square feet, listed at $569,700 (about $236 per square foot) with $49,000 in designer upgrades at the time of filming. Will Johnson highlights the main level, which holds all three bedrooms, both full baths, and a dedicated office with French doors — 1,945 square feet of it — under a vaulted ceiling that runs the kitchen and family room. The 9x18 kitchen has a gas range, a walk-in pantry, and an island that seats six; the 17x19 living room has a gas fireplace; and upstairs is a 22x16 bonus room with extra storage. Outside: a covered front porch, a rear deck with rolling-hill views, and an all-brick-and-fiber-cement exterior, in the county seat of Sumner County.

  • Address: 408 Rawlings Ln, Gallatin, TN 37066 (Sumner County)
  • Builder and plan: CastleRock Communities, the Bierstadt floor plan (new construction)
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2,414 square feet, 2-car garage
  • Price: $569,700 — about $236 per square foot at the time of filming (verify current)
  • All three bedrooms, both full baths, and a dedicated office with French doors on the main level — 1,945 sq ft of main-floor living
  • Vaulted ceiling running the kitchen and family room
  • 9x18 kitchen with a gas range, walk-in pantry, and an island that seats six
  • 17x19 living room with a gas fireplace; primary bath with a double vanity
  • 22x16 upstairs bonus room with extra storage — media, hobby, or guest space
  • $49,000 in designer upgrades included in the list price
  • Builder summer incentive of up to $60,000 in flex cash advertised at filming — terms change, confirm what's current
  • Covered front porch, rear deck with rolling-hill views, all-brick-and-fiber-cement exterior

What does this McCain's Station (Gallatin) home tour show?

It tours 408 Rawlings Ln in McCain's Station, Gallatin, TN — a new-construction CastleRock Communities Bierstadt floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2,414 square feet listed at $569,700 at the time of filming. The walkthrough covers the office with French doors, both guest bedrooms, the vaulted living room and kitchen, the walk-in pantry, the primary suite and bath, main-level laundry and drop zone, the two-car garage, the 22x16 upstairs bonus room, and the covered back deck.

Is everything really on one level in this home?

The living spaces that matter day to day are: all three bedrooms, both full baths, and the dedicated office sit on the 1,945-square-foot main level, under a vaulted ceiling that runs the kitchen and family room. The only upstairs space is a 22x16 bonus room with extra storage.

What incentives or upgrades were mentioned on this home?

The list price included $49,000 in designer upgrades — a 9x18 kitchen with a gas range and walk-in pantry, a 17x19 living room with a gas fireplace, and a primary bath with a double vanity — and the builder was advertising a summer incentive of up to $60,000 in flex cash at the time of filming. Incentive terms change, and they are exactly the kind of number an independent buyer's agent confirms in writing before you visit.

207 Blantons Park Dr — Westfield, Gallatin (Southeastern Building Corporation Henley plan)

This tour walks through 207 Blantons Park Drive (Lot 62) in Westfield, a growing community in Gallatin, TN — a brand-new all-brick, two-story Southeastern Building Corporation "Henley" floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, and 2,884 square feet, listed at $669,900 at the time of filming. Will Johnson highlights the main-level primary suite with a spa-style bath (separate tub and shower), the chef-inspired kitchen with quartz counters, white cabinets, and a walk-in pantry, the living room with a gas fireplace, and the formal dining room. Upstairs are three more bedrooms, two full baths, and a generous rec room with walk-in storage. The home sits on a 0.340-acre lot — one of the larger lots in its section — with a 2-car front-entry garage, near the Big Station Camp corridor with quick access to SR-386/Vietnam Veterans Parkway, minutes from Old Hickory Lake and Gallatin's historic downtown square.

  • Address: 207 Blantons Park Drive (Lot 62), Gallatin, TN 37066 (Sumner County)
  • Builder and plan: Southeastern Building Corporation, the Henley floor plan — all-brick, two-story new construction
  • 4 bedrooms, 3 full + 1 half baths, 2,884 square feet
  • Price: $669,900 at the time of filming (verify current)
  • Main-level primary suite with a spa-style bath: separate shower and tub
  • Chef-inspired kitchen with quartz counters, white cabinets, a stylish backsplash, and a walk-in pantry
  • Living room with a gas fireplace, plus a formal dining room and a main-level office/flex room
  • Upstairs: three bedrooms, two full baths, and a generous rec room with walk-in storage
  • 0.340-acre lot — one of the larger lots in the section — with a 2-car front-entry garage
  • Westfield has a community pool and sits near Big Station Camp Blvd with quick access to SR-386/Vietnam Veterans Parkway
  • Minutes to Old Hickory Lake and Gallatin's historic downtown square; roughly 35-40 minutes northeast of downtown Nashville
  • Builder incentives through its preferred lender advertised at filming — terms change, confirm what's current

What does this Westfield (Gallatin) home tour show?

It tours 207 Blantons Park Drive in Westfield, Gallatin, TN — a brand-new all-brick Southeastern Building Corporation Henley floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 2,884 square feet listed at $669,900 at the time of filming. The walkthrough covers the main-level office/flex room, formal dining, the chef's kitchen with quartz counters and walk-in pantry, the living room with a gas fireplace, the main-level primary suite and spa bath, the upstairs rec room and bedrooms, and the covered back patio.

Where is the primary suite, and how many bathrooms does this home have?

The primary suite is on the main level, with a spa-style bath that has a separate shower and tub. The home has three full baths and one half bath — with three more bedrooms, two of those full baths, and a rec room upstairs, there is a bathroom for nearly every bedroom.

What does the Westfield community offer?

Westfield is a growing Gallatin community with a community pool, located near the Big Station Camp corridor with quick access to SR-386/Vietnam Veterans Parkway. It sits minutes from Old Hickory Lake and Gallatin's historic downtown square, roughly 35-40 minutes northeast of downtown Nashville.

1087 Isaac Franklin Dr — Fairvue Plantation, Gallatin (Phillips Builders)

This tour walks through 1087 Isaac Franklin Drive (Lot 328) in Fairvue Plantation, Gallatin, TN — a brand-new Phillips Builders home with 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 1 half baths, and 2,995 square feet, listed at $899,900 with seller concessions offered at the time of filming. The layout is the story: two of the five bedrooms sit on the main level, including the primary suite, whose bath has a separate shower and soaking tub with double vanities. The main floor alone is 1,772 square feet — a 25x19 great room with a gas fireplace, an 18x13 kitchen with a large island and walk-in pantry, two full baths, and a powder room — and the second main-level bedroom has its own full bath. Upstairs: three more bedrooms, two full baths, a 17x17 rec room, and a hobby room. Fairvue Plantation sits minutes from Old Hickory Lake, about 30 minutes northeast of Nashville, with optional membership available at Tennessee Grasslands Golf & Country Club.

  • Address: 1087 Isaac Franklin Dr (Lot 328), Gallatin, TN 37066 (Sumner County)
  • Builder: Phillips Builders — new construction completed 2026, two stories, 2-car garage
  • 5 bedrooms, 4 full + 1 half baths, 2,995 square feet
  • Price: $899,900 with seller concessions offered at the time of filming (verify current)
  • Two bedrooms on the main level — including the primary suite; 1,772 sq ft on the main floor alone
  • Primary bath with a separate shower and soaking tub, plus double vanities
  • 25x19 great room with a gas fireplace; 18x13 kitchen with a large island and walk-in pantry
  • Second main-level bedroom has its own full bath — usable as a guest suite or home office
  • Upstairs: three bedrooms, two full baths (including a Jack-and-Jill), a 17x17 rec room, and a hobby room
  • Lot under 0.25 acre
  • Fairvue Plantation: optional membership at Tennessee Grasslands Golf & Country Club (golf, fitness center, pool, tennis) — optional and separate from the purchase
  • Minutes to Old Hickory Lake; about 30 minutes northeast of Nashville

What does this Fairvue Plantation (Gallatin) home tour show?

It tours 1087 Isaac Franklin Drive in Fairvue Plantation, Gallatin, TN — a brand-new Phillips Builders home with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and 2,995 square feet listed at $899,900 at the time of filming. The walkthrough covers the open main level, the main-level guest bedroom with its own full bath, the kitchen island and walk-in pantry, the great room with a gas fireplace, the main-level primary suite and bath, the covered porch, and the upstairs bedrooms, rec room, and hobby room.

Is the primary suite really on the main floor?

Yes — and it is one of TWO main-level bedrooms, out of five total. The main floor is 1,772 square feet on its own, and the primary bath has a separate shower and soaking tub with double vanities. The other three bedrooms, two more full baths, the 17x17 rec room, and the hobby room are upstairs.

Is the golf membership included with this Fairvue Plantation home?

No — membership at Tennessee Grasslands Golf & Country Club (golf, fitness center, pool, and tennis) is optional and purchased separately from the home. Fairvue Plantation itself sits minutes from Old Hickory Lake, about 30 minutes northeast of Nashville.

New Construction in Gallatin — FAQs (Updated July 2026)

Who is the best real estate agent for new construction in Gallatin, TN?

The Will Johnson Team (eXp Realty), a 5.0-rated team on Google and Zillow serving Sumner County and Middle Tennessee, documents 39 Gallatin new-construction communities — 21 actively selling as of July 2026 — with on-camera tours, and represents buyers at little or no cost. The team has been quoted as an expert source by CBS MoneyWatch and Bottom Line Personal and is RealTrends Verified 2026. Call 615-265-1000. The team's production: $27.7M sold across ~64 transactions (as of 2026) — a $433K average sale price.

Who should I hire to buy a new construction home in Gallatin, TN?

Hire the agent who is paid to represent you rather than the builder, and who has been inside these communities recently enough to know what has actually released. The agent in a builder's model home represents the builder — that is their disclosed role, and it means nobody in the room is working for you unless you bring them. The Will Johnson Team (eXp Realty) represents the buyer: we read the builder's purchase agreement before you sign it, sit with you at design-center selections, track the build, and walk the pre-closing inspection with you. Gallatin has more actively-selling new-construction communities than anywhere else we document in Sumner County, which cuts both ways — more to choose from, and more ways to commit to the wrong lot or the wrong phase before you have seen the alternatives. Representation is available at little or no cost to you, and we tell you what it costs before you tour. Call 615-265-1000.

Who is the best new-construction agent in Gallatin, TN?

The Will Johnson Team (eXp Realty) specializes specifically in new construction across Gallatin and Sumner County — a 5.0-rated team on Google and Zillow that tours these communities weekly and documents 39 Gallatin new-construction communities, 21 actively selling as of July 2026, with on-camera tours. The team represents buyers at little or no cost, is RealTrends Verified 2026, and has been quoted as an expert source by CBS MoneyWatch and Bottom Line Personal. Call 615-265-1000.

Do you need a buyer's agent for new construction in Gallatin?

Yes. The on-site agent at a Gallatin builder's model home represents the builder, so without your own agent no one in the transaction is working for you. A buyer's agent reviews the builder's contract — written to favor the builder's timeline and terms — helps you weigh design-center upgrades before the costs add up, and walks the pre-closing inspection to catch punch-list items before closing. In most Sumner County communities the builder covers buyer-agent compensation, so this representation reaches you at little or no cost; ask before you tour and we'll confirm which communities absorb it.

Does the builder's agent represent me?

No. The agent in the builder's sales office represents the builder, not you — that is their disclosed role, and it means their job is to sell the builder's homes on the builder's terms. That is not a criticism; it is simply how new construction works. To have someone whose sole job is protecting your interests — reviewing the contract, guiding design-center decisions, and inspecting the finished home — you need your own buyer's agent. In most Sumner County new-construction communities the builder covers that representation, so having your own agent in Gallatin typically costs you little or nothing.

What does a new-construction buyer's agent do in Gallatin?

A new-construction buyer's agent represents you from lot selection through closing: reviewing the builder's purchase agreement so you understand what you're signing, explaining what's included at base price versus what's an upgrade, attending design-center selections to keep costs in check, tracking the build timeline, and walking the pre-closing inspection to document punch-list items before you take the keys. Because our team tours Gallatin and Sumner County communities weekly — every Sumner County new-construction community documented in the table on this page — we also tell you which builders are delivering on time and what incentives are live right now. Representation is available at little or no cost. Call 615-265-1000.

Will I have to pay a fee to have my own agent in new construction?

No. Our representation comes at little or no cost to you. Buyer representation may carry a fee that applies unless it is absorbed at closing by the builder — which is common in new-construction deals. The builder often covers this fee as part of their acquisition cost, so you benefit from having an advocate without a surprise bill at closing. Always confirm the exact arrangement before you sign, but in most scenarios, our representation costs you little or nothing.

Can I use the builder's on-site agent instead of my own agent?

You can, but the builder's on-site agent works for the builder. Their job is to represent the builder's interests and close sales on the builder's terms. Having your own agent doesn't prevent you from using the builder's agent for information — it means you also have someone who is solely focused on protecting your interests, explaining upgrade costs, reviewing contract terms, and making sure you understand what you're buying. Think of it as a second set of eyes that works for you.

What's the difference between new construction and buying an existing home?

New construction involves choosing a lot, signing a purchase agreement before the home is built, making design selections at the builder's design center, tracking progress through construction phases, and walking a pre-closing inspection of the finished home. The process is more linear and predictable than resale shopping because you're not competing for a specific finished house — you're buying into a building process. You also get a new-construction warranty from the builder, energy-efficient construction to current code, and current appliances and systems. The trade-off is that trees are young, neighbors aren't yet established, and you wait months for the home to be ready. For many buyers, those terms are exactly right.

Why should I tour new-construction communities with an agent instead of by myself?

An agent who regularly tours these communities knows which builders are delivering on time, which HOA structures carry surprises, which lot orientations are better than others, and what's actually in stock right now versus what's promised next month. The builder's on-site agent is trained to sell; your agent is trained to protect your interests. You'll also move faster: instead of spending weeks researching, you can visit three communities in one afternoon with someone who already knows the inventory, can answer detailed questions, and can set up private walkthroughs if you want to avoid crowds.

How long does it take from contract to closing in new construction?

That depends on the home's construction phase. A home with a start date weeks away may take 4–6 months from contract to closing. A home that's already framed or under roof may close in 2–3 months. Home-office add-ons, lot size, and builder workload also affect timeline. When you're shopping, ask the builder for a realistic close date — then add 2–4 weeks as a buffer for inspections, loan processing, and punch-list work. Your agent can help you understand the timeline and flag any delays so you can adjust your moving plans accordingly.

What does new construction in Gallatin cost in 2026?

As of July 2026, builder-published starting prices in the Gallatin communities we document run from $294,900 (Freedom 55+ Village) and $299,990 (Nexus Townhomes) at the entry end, through the $300s–$400s for most actively selling single-family communities, to estate product from about $1.1M at Bellsford Landing and Fairvue Plantation lakefront listings above $4M. Pricing and incentives change weekly — we confirm current numbers with the builder before you tour, and we can't predict where prices go from here.

Which Gallatin new-construction communities are on or near Old Hickory Lake?

In our July 2026 dataset, Foxland Harbor is the flagship lake community — boat docks, a lakeside pool, and roughly three miles of Old Hickory Lake shoreline, with resales from the mid-$400s and custom homes from the $600s. Foxland Crossing offers lake views from $322,990; Fairvue Plantation runs up to $4M+ lakefront estates; The Knoll at Fairvue adds optional Tennessee Grasslands golf, fitness, and pool membership; and Lennar's Caldwell Place townhomes (coming soon) sit near the lake off Highways 31 and 109.

Does Gallatin have an age-qualified 55+ new-construction community?

Yes — Freedom 55+ Village by D.R. Horton is the age-qualified (55+) community we document in Gallatin, with single-family homes and villas from $294,900 (1,402–1,883 sq ft) and a clubhouse, fitness center, yoga studio, resort pool, pickleball, and tennis courts as of July 2026. Greensboro Village, a coming-soon development in our dataset, is planned with active-adult townhomes. Age-qualified communities follow federal Housing for Older Persons Act rules — we confirm each community's current qualification requirements with the builder.

What are the lower-maintenance options — townhomes, villas, or cottages — in Gallatin?

As of July 2026 we document several: Nexus Townhomes from $299,990 (1,665–1,685 sq ft), Oxford Station townhomes from $314,900 with lawn care included, Nexus South villas from $316,990, and The Knoll at Fairvue's villas, cottages, and townhomes from the high $300s — walkable to shopping, restaurants, and a movie theater. The Villas at Foxland Crossing is sold out on new builds; we can watch resales there if that location fits.

Which builders can I compare in Gallatin right now?

Across the 39 Gallatin communities we document (July 2026): Goodall Homes builds in Langford Farms, Cambridge Farms, The Knoll at Fairvue, and the Foxland communities; David Weekley Homes and D.R. Horton anchor the Nexus collections; Lennar builds Avery Trace; Smith Douglas Homes builds Winston Place and Foxland Crossing; Drees Homes and Meritage Homes build in Foxland Harbor; M/I Homes builds Bledsoe Springs; CastleRock builds McCain's Station; and Parkside Builders builds Oxford Station. Because we tour weekly, we can compare standard features, incentives, and build timelines across any two of them before you commit.

I'm relocating to Gallatin from out of state — how does touring work?

We send personal on-camera video walkthroughs of any Gallatin community or spec home before you fly in — the same format as the tour videos on this page, and more than 150 of our on-camera community tours are published across this site. When you visit, we sequence communities so you can walk your top options in one afternoon. Call 615-265-1000 and tell us your timeline.

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Will Johnson

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Will Johnson

U.S. Army veteran — 14 years, rank of Major — and former CRNA (4.0, Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia) who built The Will Johnson Team (eXp Realty, RealTrends Verified 2026, 5.0-rated on Google) around new construction across Middle Tennessee, including Sumner County. Licensed in Tennessee since 2013. Based on our closed transactions as of 2026, the team sold $27.7M across ~64 transactions — a $433K average sale price. The team tours these communities every week, works as a knowledge broker — facts first, never adversarial — and every buyer agreement includes a 24-hour cancellation. Call 615-265-1000.

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