$464,816Average Value$219Average Price per Sq Ft18Homes For Sale
A tale of two towns
The story of Cross Plains is a tale of two rural Tennessee towns, Orlinda and Cross Plains. “These are farming communities about halfway between Nashville and Bowling Green, and they attract many commuters,” says Realtor Joe Groves with Jim Brinkley Realtors Inc., who has lived in the area all his life and began selling real estate there five years ago.
“People want more yard, and the properties in Cross Plains are no smaller than a half acre,” Groves says. “Industrial and commercial centers have sprung up along the state line with Kentucky bringing factory jobs and working families to the area. Real esta
Modern homes on large lots
Single-family homes in Cross Plains range from $300,000 to $900,000 and include ranch-style houses with finished basements, brick contemporaries with open floorplans and new farmhouses with wraparound porches. The neighborhood also features large 3- to 5-acre properties that offer horse barns and buildings that can be used as music/recording studios. “The typical home has three to four bedrooms, sometimes with a bonus room, making the area ideal for families,” Groves says. “Because there are not many attractions nearby, the home becomes the sole focus for buyers.”
Subdivisions in Cross Plains have newly built Craftsman homes.
Roads leading to cul-de-sacs have a variety of brick homes in Cross Plains.
Red brick Ranch homes are less frequently seen in the city of Cross Plains.
Larger more secluded homes in Cross Plains are new construction in Craftsman style.
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A local focus on food
Living in such a rural area, residents have a limited number of places to do their shopping. One such area is on Route 25 in Cross Plains, which features Thomas Drugs, a family-owned, full-service pharmacy in continuous operation since the early 1900s that offers an old-time soda fountain serving shakes and sandwiches. The Piggly Wiggly is just down the street, as is Agave’s, a Mexican restaurant with an extensive menu and friendly, attentive service. For fresh meats, produce and other staples like milk and eggs, Bernard Farms is nearby, selling meat butchered from hogs and cattle raised locally. Not surprisingly, Orlinda has a Mexican restaurant too - Senor Fajita’s, a place residents go to watch the big game while enjoying tacos.
Agave's Mexican Restaurant is one of a few international cuisine options in Cross Plains.
Thomas Drugs still has a old-time soda fountain that locals love to have milkshakes at.
Cottontown Bears & Gifts specializes in Mohair teddy bears in Cross Plains.
Near Cross Plains in Orlinda Bernard Farms provides the community with meat cuts and produce.
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High-level sport at East Robertson
The story of the public school system is one of expansion. The East Robertson Elementary building once housed kindergarten through grade 12. When a high school was built in the 1990s, the elementary became a kindergarten through grade six institution and recently scored a B-minus from Niche. East Robertson High School, which received a C-plus from Niche, serves grades seven through 12 and is enjoying a historic year in girls’ volleyball, capturing its first-ever Class A tournament appearance. The boys’ basketball team has also won numerous state championships, and the football team has made dozens of championship appearances.
East Robertson Elementary enrolls over 400 students in Robertson County.
East Robertson High School has a championship basketball team in Cross Plains.
East Robertson High School's mascot are the Indians.
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Parks focused on recreational sporting
While there is no major lake or campground nearby, families make use of the local parks for recreation, Groves says. “You’ll find nice ball fields and sports activities in the town parks. Festivals and holiday functions, like the Fourth of July, are held there, too.” Next to the high school, Kilgore Park’s four baseball fields are the park’s largest attraction. For family members who come to support their players, picnic shelters are nearby. The other local green space is Orlinda Park, next to Orlinda City Hall. This community park features a children’s playground with jungle gyms, slides, swing sets and a merry-go-round. A basketball court sits next to two fenced-in tennis courts, and the grounds offer benches and a picnic shelter for visitors.
Kilgore Park has sporting fields and playgrounds for families in Robertson County to enjoy.
Orlinda Park has a playground with picnic pavilion in Orlinda.
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Break out the straw hat and banjo
Adjacent to Kilgore Park is a field that leads to an old tobacco barn where the Kilgore Station Bluegrass Festival is held in May. The field makes a natural slop downward toward Honey Run Creek, behind the barn, making the venue one of the most beautiful venues in Tennessee. Festival goers can expect fiddling, clogging and dancing during this lively two-day event.
A car or truck is a must-have
Interstate 65 runs through Cross Plains, providing access to Nashville, around 35 miles away, and Bowling Green, around 37 miles. Residents drive as far as 15 miles to get to a major grocery store or shopping center in Portland or Springfield - which is also where the nearest emergency services are at TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center.
Cross Plains is a mostly rural area with a main street on Route 25.
Many homeowners in Cross Plains have farms with horses.
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Parks in this Area
White House Municipal Park
Travis Price Park
Kilgore Park
Orlinda Park
Transit
Airport
Nashville International
57 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cross Plains
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cross Plains, Orlinda sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cross Plains, Orlinda over the last 12 months is $490,567, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
If you've been searching for a quality construction home with some acreage and a 40'x40' Accessory building - here it is! All brick with 30 yr roof, 5" hardwood plank flooring, tile in wet areas and all showers have tile surround. Open Concept greatroom, dining and kitchen with main level bonus room offering panoramic views of the farm. Property is completely fenced and cross fenced with 3 gated
If you've been searching for a quality construction home with some acreage and a 40'x40' Accessory building - here it is! All brick with 30 yr roof, 5" hardwood plank flooring, tile in wet areas and all showers have tile surround. Open Concept greatroom, dining and kitchen with main level bonus room offering panoramic views of the farm. Property is completely fenced and cross fenced with 3 gated
Perfect finished and an open concept in this McKinney floorplan by Signature Homes. Great home for entertaining with open floor plan and covered patio wired for a hot tub! Gas fireplace is a great place to gather on those chilly nights! Kitchen offers stainless appliances, gas stove, granite counter tops, lots of storage plus a walk in pantry, Seperate garage doors offer ample space for 2 cars,
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,700
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$69,055
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,006
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.4%
College Graduates
12.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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