Slatewood

Slatewood at a glance

Slatewood sits in north Murfreesboro in the 37129 zip code, off Sulphur Springs Road with its homes lining Slatewood Way. It's a compact, single-phase community of 22 homesites that launched in November 2024, so it's still early in its life and selling actively. Every home here is single-family and new construction, and one of the things that sets Slatewood apart is its lot sizes: at 0.34 to 0.49 acres, the homesites run larger than what you typically find in newer Murfreesboro construction, and the majority of homes carry 3-car garages.

Because the homes range from four to five bedrooms and 3,066 to 3,864 square feet, Slatewood tends to draw buyers who want room to spread out, a sizable yard, and the low-maintenance peace of mind that comes with a brand-new build. With only 22 homesites total and, as of 2026, most already sold within twelve months of launch, inventory is limited and moving, so timing matters here; we recommend verifying current availability. We tour communities like this constantly and can tell you exactly what's still available.

Who builds in Slatewood

Slatewood is built by Century Communities, one of the larger national homebuilders, and it's the sole builder across the community. That single-builder approach means a consistent set of finishes, floor plans, and warranty terms throughout the neighborhood, which makes it easier to compare homes apples-to-apples as you tour.

Century Communities also offers an industry-first online homebuying platform, which lets buyers move through much of the purchase process digitally. That can be a real convenience for out-of-state buyers, though we always recommend pairing it with your own buyer representation so someone is in your corner reviewing the contract, the build, and the pricing on your behalf.

Homes & floor plans

Slatewood is all single-family new construction. Homes run from 3,066 to 3,864 square feet with four to five bedrooms, set on 0.34 to 0.49 acre lots. The majority of homes include a 3-car garage, which is part of why these sit on larger homesites than much of the area's newer inventory.

Inside, the homes come with kitchen islands, stainless steel appliances with gas cooking, tankless water heaters, smart home packages, electric fireplaces, and walk-in closets. Century Communities publishes its current floor plans, included features, and any available quick-move-in homes on its official Slatewood community page; we're happy to walk those plans with you and flag the differences that actually matter once you're standing in the rooms.

• Single-family homes from 3,066 to 3,864 sq ft
• 4-5 bedrooms, 3.5-5 baths
• 0.34-0.49 acre homesites (larger than typical area new construction)
• 3-car garages on the majority of homes
• Stainless steel appliances with gas cooking
• Tankless water heaters and smart home packages
• Kitchen islands, walk-in closets, and electric fireplaces

Amenities & community life

Slatewood is designed around easy day-to-day living rather than a big amenity center. The community has sidewalks throughout and underground utilities, giving it a clean, walkable feel. A monthly HOA covers the shared upkeep that keeps the neighborhood looking consistent.

Where Slatewood really shines is its proximity to public green space. Residents are close to Barfield Crescent Park, which spans more than 430 acres, and the Stones River Greenway, a 17-mile trail system. Between the two, there's a lot of room nearby for walking, biking, and time outdoors without leaving the area.

Location, access & schools

Slatewood is located off Sulphur Springs Road in north Murfreesboro, with quick reach to I-840 and I-24, the two corridors most buyers use to get around Rutherford County and up toward Nashville. That highway access, combined with the nearby Barfield Crescent Park and Stones River Greenway, gives the community a balance of connectivity and open space.

Slatewood is zoned for Northfield Elementary, Siegel Middle School, and Siegel High School, all within Rutherford County Schools. School zoning can change, so we always recommend confirming current attendance boundaries directly with the district before you write an offer.

What to verify before you buy

Pricing, available homesites, and included features in a new-construction community change as homes sell and phases close out. Slatewood launched in late 2024 with only 22 homesites and has already seen a strong pace of closings, so availability can shift quickly.

• Current pricing and which specific homes or homesites are still available
• Lot dimensions and the exact 3-car garage configuration on the home you're considering
• The current HOA dues and exactly what they cover
• Included features versus upgrades, and any current builder incentives
• Estimated completion timing if you're buying a to-be-built home

We pull live numbers and current availability for you so you're working from today's facts, not a snapshot from a listing site.

Working with The Will Johnson Team

We represent buyers in new construction at little or no cost to you, and because we tour communities like Slatewood constantly, we can help you compare it against other Murfreesboro and Middle Tennessee options, navigate the build process, and make sure your interests are protected from contract to closing. Call us at 615-265-1000 and we'll get you current pricing and availability.

Slatewood by the numbers

As of 2026, Redfin's community data shows 19 closed sales at Slatewood over the trailing 12 months, with a median sale price of $692,990 and an average sale price of $701,205 -- both well above the community's $625,000 published starting price, reflecting the larger, upgraded homes that have been closing. Redfin puts price per square foot in the $190-$230 range and notes 16 of those 19 closed sales included a three-car garage. We can't predict where prices go from here; we're passing along dated, sourced figures so you know what has actually closed, not a guess about what a lot or home will be worth later.

Redfin also lists two recurring floor plan names selling in the community, Buchanan and Sinclair, and describes the exterior finish as partial brick on three sides with fiber cement or hardboard siding accents. With only 22 total homesites, a pace of 19 closings in a year means the community is well into build-out; verify current remaining inventory with us before you fall in love with a specific lot.

Commute & location specifics

Slatewood sits off Sulphur Springs Road within a few minutes of Medical Center Parkway and Old Fort Parkway, two of Murfreesboro's main east-west corridors. Murfreesboro's downtown square is roughly 10 to 15 minutes away by car. The community also has quick access to I-840, which loops around to connect with I-24 for trips north toward Nashville or Smyrna and La Vergne.

For commuters, downtown Nashville runs roughly 30-35 miles from Murfreesboro via I-24, with typical drive times cited around 35-40 minutes off-peak and 45-60 minutes during morning or evening rush hour; actual time varies with traffic and the exact Nashville destination, so test the drive yourself at the times of day you'd actually be commuting. Murfreesboro is also home to Middle Tennessee State University and sits a short drive from the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant, two of the area's larger employers, which is part of why this corridor of north Murfreesboro draws relocating buyers.

HOA & ownership costs to confirm

Public listing data (Redfin, as of 2026) puts Slatewood's HOA dues around $68 per month, roughly $816 per year, covering shared items like sidewalk upkeep and common-area maintenance. There is typically also a one-time HOA transfer or capital contribution fee due at closing in communities like this. HOA amounts and what they cover can be updated by the association, so confirm the current due amount, the transfer fee, and the HOA's reserve and rules directly with the management company before closing -- we'll help you get the current HOA documents as part of the transaction.

Investor & relocation buyer checklist

If you're buying for investment, relocation, or as a second home, additionally confirm: the current property tax rate for Rutherford County and the City of Murfreesboro and how it applies once the home is complete; any builder rent-back or lease-restriction terms if you plan to rent the home out, since some builder HOAs cap the percentage of homes that can be leased; a homeowner's insurance quote specific to the address (new construction often qualifies for favorable rates, but get a bindable quote before closing); the exact warranty terms Century Communities is offering on your specific home, since structural, systems, and workmanship coverage periods can differ by component; and whether the specific homesite backs to Sulphur Springs Road, a neighboring property, or open space, since that affects both livability and resale.

We've personally toured more than 80 new-construction communities across Middle Tennessee, including Slatewood, so we know which questions actually move the needle on value and which are just noise. Bring us in before you sign anything with the builder's on-site agent, at little or no cost to you.

Slatewood FAQ

Is Slatewood a gated community? No -- Slatewood is an open, sidewalk-lined neighborhood off Sulphur Springs Road, not a gated community.

How many homes are in Slatewood? The community was platted with 22 total homesites, and as of 2026 the large majority have sold, based on Redfin's count of 19 closed sales in the prior 12 months.

What school zone is Slatewood in? Rutherford County Schools assigns students by home address; current published zoning points to Northfield Elementary, Siegel Middle, and Siegel High. Because zoning can change, confirm current attendance boundaries directly with Rutherford County Schools or GreatSchools.org before you write an offer -- we don't weigh in on school quality, only on where a specific address is zoned today.

Who do I contact for current pricing? Builder pricing changes as homesites sell and incentives shift. Call The Will Johnson Team at 615-265-1000 and we'll pull live Slatewood pricing and availability for you, at little or no cost to you as the buyer.