Rockvale TN Real Estate

No city tax, brand-new schools, and acreage you cannot find closer to Murfreesboro. Rockvale offers new construction and rural character in southwest Rutherford County, just 10 miles from Murfreesboro. Explore Rockvale TN real estate with live market data and 26+ years of local insight.

Turner Victory Team’s Tru Insights™ data shows the median home price in Rockvale TN is currently $528,066, with 48 active listings and a Tru Days on Market™ average of 48. Updated weekly from Realtracs MLS by the Turner Victory Team.

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~5,700ZIP 37153 Population
40 miFrom Nashville
No City TaxUnincorporated County
$528,066Median Home Price
56Market Health Score

Rockvale TN Real Estate — Market Snapshot

Updated weekly from Realtracs MLS. Powered by Tru Insights — the same data our team uses every week to track what is actually happening in the Rockvale TN market.

Rockvale Market Snapshot Live Data
$528,066 Median Price +0.3% vs Prior Wk
48 Active Listings -14.3% vs Prior Wk
48 Tru Days on Market™ Turner Victory Team Tru Insights™ Steady
97.7% % of Original Price Turner Victory Team Tru Insights™ -0.9%
2 Homes Sold Last Wk -50.0% vs Prior Wk
$238 Avg $/Sq Ft -0.6% vs Prior Wk
3.1 Months of Inventory -1 mo
0 New Listings Last Wk -100.0% vs Prior Wk

About This Data

Turner Victory Team’s Tru Insights™ data shows Rockvale at 3.1 months of supply with an average Tru Days on Market™ of 48 days. Based on those figures, the Turner Victory Team reads this market as one that is roughly balanced between buyers and sellers.

Tru Days on Market™ is the Turner Victory Team metric that tracks the total cumulative time a property has been listed across every relist and cancellation. Unlike standard MLS days on market, the Turner Victory Team’s Tru DOM™ does not reset to zero when a home is relisted at a lower price.

% of Original Price is calculated from the Turner Victory Team’s Tru Original List Price™, which reflects the average sale price as a percentage of the very first list price before any reductions or relistings. A number below 100% indicates sellers are accepting less than their original ask.

Tru Insights™ data by Turner Victory Team at Onward Real Estate, Murfreesboro TN. Source: Realtracs MLS. Updated weekly. © 2026 Turner Victory Team.

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What Makes Rockvale One of Rutherford County’s Fastest-Growing Communities

Rockvale is an unincorporated community in southwest Rutherford County, about 10 miles south of Murfreesboro and 40 miles from downtown Nashville. Settlers were drawn to these rolling hills and fertile farmland in the early 1800s. A consolidated school opened on Highway 99 in 1910, and the Rockvale Ruritan Club has hosted an annual Fourth of July celebration since 1927 — nearly a century of small-town tradition.

What sets Rockvale apart is its schools. Rockvale High School opened in 2019 as a $59 million state-of-the-art campus, and Rockvale Elementary and Rockvale Middle consistently rank among the top schools in the district. Because Rockvale is unincorporated, there is no city tax — residents pay only the Rutherford County rate of 1.8762 per $100 of assessed value.

Buyers choose Rockvale for the combination of new construction, acreage, and strong schools without the city tax. New subdivisions like Carlton Landing and Riley Farms offer homes from the $300s to $600s, while established neighborhoods and farm properties range into the millions. Highway 99 connects to Murfreesboro in 15 minutes, I-24 in about 15 minutes, and Nashville in roughly 40 minutes. Many properties are USDA-eligible for 100% financing. Read our full community guide on what makes Rockvale one of the fastest-growing areas near Murfreesboro for a deeper look.

Whether you are buying a home or planning to sell your home in Rockvale, our team tracks this market every week so you have accurate data at every decision point.

Rockvale TN real estate — home for sale in southwest Rutherford County

New Construction and Acreage

Rockvale TN real estate offers both. New subdivisions like Carlton Landing and Riley Farms deliver modern homes from the $300s to $600s, while acreage and farm properties stretch into the millions. Many lots have no HOA.

No City Tax

Rockvale is unincorporated — residents pay only the Rutherford County rate of 1.8762 per $100 of assessed value. Combined with Tennessee’s zero state income tax, this makes Rockvale one of the most tax-friendly communities in the Nashville metro.

Dedicated Rockvale Schools

One of the few communities in Rutherford County with its own elementary, middle, and high school — all on the same Highway 99 area. Rockvale High opened in 2019 with a 95% graduation rate.

The Honest Picture — What to Know Before You Decide

Every area has tradeoffs. Here is how we think about Rockvale TN real estate in plain terms — because the right neighborhood depends entirely on what matters most to you.

What Works Well Here

  • No city property tax — county rate only
  • Brand-new dedicated Rockvale school cluster
  • New construction and acreage in the same market
  • Many properties USDA-eligible for 100% financing
  • Rural character 10 minutes from Murfreesboro
  • Direct access to I-24 and Williamson County via I-840
  • Lower price per acre than comparable Williamson County land

What to Consider

  • Fewer retail and dining options directly in Rockvale
  • Longer commute to Nashville than Murfreesboro proper
  • Some areas have limited high-speed internet options
  • Well and septic are common — not city water or sewer for many properties
  • New construction competes with resale on pricing
  • If walkability and urban amenities are priorities, other areas fit better

Buying New Construction in Rockvale

Rockvale has active new construction from multiple builders including Meritage Homes in Carlton Landing and DRB and Brightland Homes in Riley Farms. What many buyers do not realize is that the on-site agent at any model home represents the builder — not you. Their job is to protect the builder’s interest in the contract, not yours.

Having an independent buyer’s agent when buying new construction means having someone whose job is to represent your interests through the entire process. Our team works regularly with buyers in both active Rockvale communities and knows what to ask for before you sign anything.

What’s Nearby

Daily life in Rockvale moves at a slower pace, but the essentials are close. These details shape the Rockvale TN real estate experience beyond just the property itself.

Shopping and Dining

The Market at Salem Cove and the Market at Victory Village both sit within a few minutes of most Rockvale homes, anchored by Publix. The Fried Tater Cafe and Elrod’s Mercantile are local favorites along Highway 99. Champions Run Golf Course has a popular restaurant and bar. For bigger shopping trips, Murfreesboro is 15 minutes away and Franklin is about 25 minutes.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation

Lucky Ladd Farms is a 60-acre farm park with Tennessee’s largest petting zoo, corn mazes, and seasonal festivals — named a Top-15 Pumpkin Patch in the U.S. by Travel Channel. Champions Run Golf Course offers 18 holes in a country setting. Snail Shell Cave, owned by the Southeastern Cave Conservancy, features over 9 miles of surveyed passages and is one of the most biologically significant cave sites in the Southeast.

Healthcare

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro is the closest full-service hospital, about 15 minutes from most Rockvale addresses. Trustpoint Hospital and urgent care options are also in Murfreesboro. Williamson Medical Center in Franklin is roughly 25 minutes away.

Community and Events

The Rockvale Ruritan Club has hosted a Fourth of July celebration since 1927 — nearly a century of tradition. Lucky Ladd Farms hosts seasonal events year-round including the Sunflower Spectacular, Pumpkin Patch, and Christmas festivities. Strong school parent organizations at all three Rockvale campuses drive active community engagement.

Schools Serving the Rockvale Area

Rockvale is one of the few communities in Rutherford County with its own dedicated elementary, middle, and high school — all located along the Highway 99 area. This is a major draw for buyers considering Rockvale TN real estate.

Rutherford County Schools

Enter any address to find which RCS school zone it falls in. Most Rockvale addresses are zoned for the Rockvale cluster, but zone boundaries vary by street and are updated regularly.

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Private School Options

Providence Christian Academy, Middle Tennessee Christian School, and Franklin Road Christian School are all within 20 minutes in Murfreesboro. Contact schools directly for enrollment details.

High School (Grades 9-12)

Rockvale High School

Opened in 2019 as a $59 million campus serving grades 9 through 12. Enrolls over 2,100 students with a 95% graduation rate, AP courses, dual enrollment, and strong athletics.

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Blackman High School

Some addresses in the 37153 ZIP code may be zoned for Blackman High depending on exact location. Always verify with the official RCS zoning tool.

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Riverdale High School

Serves portions of eastern Rutherford County. Possible for some addresses at the outer edges of the 37153 ZIP code. Always verify with the official RCS zoning tool.

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Eagleville High School

Serves the Eagleville and far southern Rutherford County area. Possible for addresses at the outer southern edges of the 37153 ZIP code.

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Middle School (Grades 6-8)

Rockvale Middle School

Serves grades 6 through 8 with an A-minus from Niche, ranking in the top 20% of all Tennessee schools for combined test scores.

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Christiana Middle School

Serves the Christiana area in southern Rutherford County. Possible for addresses near the southeastern edge of the 37153 ZIP code.

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Blackman Middle School

Part of the highly regarded Blackman cluster. Possible for addresses in the northern portion of the 37153 ZIP code near the Blackman area boundary.

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Eagleville Middle School

Serves the Eagleville area in southern Rutherford County. Possible for addresses near the southern boundary of the 37153 ZIP code.

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Elementary School (Grades K-5)

Rockvale Elementary

Serves Pre-K through 5th grade with a 16-to-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus from Niche. Located on the same Highway 99 area as the middle and high school.

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Blackman Elementary

Serves portions of the northern 37153 boundary near the Blackman area. Possible for some addresses depending on exact location.

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Christiana Elementary

Serves the Christiana area in southern Rutherford County. Possible for addresses near the southeastern edge of the 37153 ZIP code.

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Barfield Elementary

Serves portions of Rutherford County south of Murfreesboro. Possible for some 37153 addresses depending on exact location.

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Eagleville Elementary

Serves the Eagleville area in far southern Rutherford County. Possible for addresses near the southern boundary of the 37153 ZIP code.

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Salem Elementary

Serves portions of Rutherford County. Possible for some addresses at the outer edges of the 37153 ZIP code depending on exact location.

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Central Magnet School

Grades 5 through 12. Application-based and consistently ranked among the top schools in Tennessee. Open to all Rutherford County residents regardless of address.

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Private Schools

Providence Christian Academy, Middle Tennessee Christian School, and Franklin Road Christian School are all within 20 minutes in Murfreesboro. Contact schools directly for enrollment and tuition.

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School zone boundaries in Rutherford County change regularly and can vary street by street. We never assign specific subdivisions to specific school zones — use the official lookup tool above to confirm your address. Our team is glad to help you navigate this during your home search.

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Subdivisions and Communities in Rockvale TN

From established subdivisions to sprawling acreage tracts, Rockvale TN real estate offers something different than what you will find in the larger cities.

New Construction

Carlton Landing

New construction by Meritage Homes less than 10 miles from Murfreesboro. Community pool, tot lot, and walking trails. Open-concept floor plans from the $400s with Rockvale school zoning.

New Construction

Riley Farms

New construction by DRB Homes and Brightland Homes with floor plans from 2,000 to 3,380 sq. ft. Walking trail to Rockvale schools and a short commute to both Murfreesboro and Franklin. From the $300s.

Established

Rockvale Meadows

Established community dating to 2004 with large homes from 2,080 to 3,643 sq. ft. All-brick exteriors, hardwood floors, and generous lots. One of the most sought-after subdivisions in the area.

Established

Sherwood Oaks

A quiet, established community with ranch-style homes on private one-acre lots. Minutes to Publix and local dining. Buyers who want space and a neighborhood feel without new-construction pricing find value here.

Rural

Windrow and Versailles Road Area

Scattered-site homes and small acreage tracts along rural roads south and west of Highway 99. Traditional brick homes, custom builds, and older farmsteads with land. Many properties have no HOA.

Acreage and Farms

Farm and Land Properties

Custom homes on 5 to 75+ acres, equestrian estates, working farms, and raw land. Properties range well into the millions for premium acreage with creek frontage and rolling hills. Many are USDA-eligible.

We Know This Market. We Can Help You Navigate It.

Rockvale TN real estate requires a different conversation than Murfreesboro proper. Acreage, well and septic, USDA eligibility, perc testing, and new construction builder negotiations all require experience that comes from working this specific market every week. Our team has been doing exactly that since 2000.

More than 4,464+ neighbors have trusted us with one of the biggest decisions of their lives. Whether you are ready to buy or want to know what selling looks like right now, read more about why hiring a real estate team matters before you decide who to work with.

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Homes We Have Listed in This Area

Every home below is an active Turner Victory Team listing in this area. Click any listing for the full property page with photos, neighborhood data, and market context.

Recently Sold Homes in Rockvale TN

See what has closed recently in the 37153 ZIP code. Sold data helps buyers understand true market value and helps sellers set realistic pricing expectations.

Rockvale TN Real Estate Insights

Data-backed analysis to help you understand what is happening in Rockvale TN real estate right now.

Rockvale TN Real Estate — What You Need to Know

The current median home price in Rockvale TN is $528,066. Pricing varies widely based on property type. New construction in Riley Farms and Carlton Landing starts in the $300,000s to $600,000s. Established homes in Rockvale Meadows and Sherwood Oaks range from the $300,000s to $500,000s. Acreage and farm properties start in the $500,000s and can reach several million dollars. For county context, see the live Rutherford County market update.
Rockvale appeals to buyers who want strong schools, no city tax, and a rural setting close to Murfreesboro and Nashville. The homeownership rate is over 95%. Rockvale Elementary earns an A-minus from Niche and Rockvale High has a 95% graduation rate. Because Rockvale is unincorporated, residents pay no city tax — only the Rutherford County rate. For a deeper look at what the community offers day to day, read our guide on what makes Rockvale one of the fastest-growing areas near Murfreesboro.
Rockvale TN real estate includes new construction subdivisions like Carlton Landing and Riley Farms, established neighborhoods like Rockvale Meadows and Sherwood Oaks, traditional brick homes on one-acre lots, custom-built estates on multi-acre parcels, equestrian properties with fencing and barns, working farms, and raw land with approved perc sites for future building. Many properties have no HOA. Many are USDA-eligible for 100% financing.
Rockvale is approximately 10 miles south of Murfreesboro, roughly a 15-minute drive via Highway 99. Downtown Nashville is about 40 miles away, roughly a 40 to 50-minute drive via I-24. Franklin is approximately 25 minutes to the northwest via I-840. Nashville International Airport is roughly 40 to 50 minutes away. MTSU in Murfreesboro is about a 10-minute drive.
Rockvale is served by Rutherford County Schools. Most students attend Rockvale Elementary, Rockvale Middle, and Rockvale High — all located along Highway 99. Rockvale High opened in 2019, enrolls over 2,100 students, and has a 95% graduation rate. Some addresses may be zoned for Blackman depending on exact location. Central Magnet School, a top-ranked application-based school for grades 5 through 12, is open to all county residents. Always verify zoning with the official RCS tool before buying.
Yes. Because Rockvale is unincorporated, there is no city property tax. Residents pay only the Rutherford County rate of 1.8762 per $100 of assessed value. Combined with Tennessee’s zero state income tax, this makes Rockvale one of the most tax-friendly communities in the Nashville metro. For a home assessed at $400,000, the annual property tax would be roughly $1,876 — lower than incorporated cities like Murfreesboro, Smyrna, or La Vergne where both city and county rates apply.
Yes — farms and land are a defining part of the Rockvale TN real estate market. Available properties include raw acreage with approved perc sites for custom builds, working cattle and horse farms, equestrian estates with barns and fencing, and large tracts with creek frontage, ponds, and rolling hills. Many properties in Rockvale are USDA-eligible for 100% financing. Our team can help you evaluate land, navigate perc requirements, and identify the right opportunity. Visit our buyer guide or call 615-586-0900.
Rockvale is an unincorporated community compared to Murfreesboro (165,000+), Smyrna (60,000+), and La Vergne (41,000+). Where those cities offer suburban conveniences and denser neighborhoods, Rockvale offers new construction, acreage, no city tax, and dedicated Rockvale schools. Buyers who also like the rural lifestyle should compare Rockvale with nearby Christiana — both are unincorporated, USDA-eligible communities in southern Rutherford County with similar buyer profiles but different school zones and commute patterns.
Many properties in Rockvale qualify for USDA rural development financing, which allows eligible buyers to purchase with no down payment. Eligibility depends on two things: the property’s location within a USDA-designated rural area, and the buyer’s household income falling within the program’s limits. Both must be confirmed on the specific property before you proceed. USDA eligibility maps are updated periodically, so a property that qualified last year may not qualify today. Our team works regularly with buyers using USDA financing in Rockvale and can help you confirm eligibility early in the process before you fall in love with a property that does not qualify.
Many Rockvale properties rely on private septic systems and well water rather than public utilities. For any property with a private septic system, a dedicated septic inspection should be part of your due diligence — not just a standard home inspection. For raw land or properties without an existing system, a perc test determines whether the soil can absorb water at the rate required to support a septic system. A site that fails a perc test cannot support a conventional system, which effectively prevents building on it. Always confirm septic or perc status before making an offer on a rural Rockvale property. Our team can walk you through what to look for and what questions to ask your inspector and lender before you commit.
Rockvale has active new construction from multiple builders including Meritage Homes in Carlton Landing and DRB and Brightland Homes in Riley Farms. The on-site agent at any model home represents the builder, not you. Their job is to protect the builder’s interests in the contract. Having an independent buyer’s agent means having someone whose job is to represent your interests through the entire process. Key things to negotiate in a builder contract include lot premiums, upgrade credits, closing cost assistance, and the inspection and warranty process. Our team works regularly with buyers in both active Rockvale communities and knows what to ask for before you sign anything.
Selling in Rockvale requires the same attention to new construction competition that we see in the Blackman area. When buyers can choose between a resale home and brand-new construction at a similar price, condition and pricing strategy become critical. Homes priced based on what sellers want rather than what buyers are actually paying tend to sit significantly longer and often net less after price reductions. Before you list, understanding your true competition — including active new construction inventory — is the most important conversation you can have. Our seller guide walks through our full approach, and that conversation comes with no obligation.
The current Market Health Score for Rockvale TN real estate is 56 out of 100. The Market Health Score is a proprietary index developed by the Turner Victory Team. It compiles housing and economic data from multiple sources — local, regional, and national — into a single 0-to-100 reading. Above 60 generally favors sellers. Below 40 generally favors buyers. It updates every week.
Market analysis by Turner Victory Team at Onward Real Estate. Data sourced from Realtracs MLS and Tru Insights platform. Updated weekly. © 2026 Turner Victory Team. All rights reserved.