Westhaven Franklin TN Home Sales for April 2011 had 7 home closings versus 9 closings for the same period last year. The average sales price of homes sold was $512,712 compared to $519,915 in April 2010, a decrease of 22 percent. The average size of Westhaven homes sold in April of 2011 was 3,279 square feet, versus 3,521 in April 2010. The average sales price per square foot for April 2011 was $156.36 in comparison to $147.66 in April 2010, an increase of 6 percent. However, the average days on the market increased by almost 300% from 44 days in April 2010 to 123 days in April 2011.

• 7 Westhaven homes sold in April 2011 compared to 9 homes in April 2010
• the average sales price is $512,712 in April 2011 compared to $519,915 in April 2010
• the average size of homes sold is 3,279 square feet in April 2011 compared to 3,521 in April 2010
• average days on market is 123 days in April 2011 compared to 44 days in April 2010
•  22 homes are currently pending
• 90 Westhaven homes are currently active
• the absorption rate is almost 13 months (see the link below for a complete explanation of absorption rate), less than 7 months is considered a seller's market, above 7 months is considered a buyer's market

Westhaven is located on the west side of Franklin TN off New Hwy 96 just minutes from historic downtown Franklin. There are approximately 900 homes. However, when the subdivision is complete there will be 2,700 homes ranging in size from 1,600 square foot condominiums to 9,000 plus square foot luxury estate homes.

The table below reflects the Westhaven home sales for the last 13 months:

St. Jude's Dream Home Giveaway in Westhaven

The winner of the St. Jude's Dream Home Giveaway in Franklin TN will be announced on Fox-TV Sunday, June 26.

It's not too late to buy your $100 chance to win this home built by Southern Land Company. The home is located in the Westhaven neighborhood of Franklin TN. (The picture below is the St. Jude's Dream Home 2010).

This is a great way to come out and support this awesome charity for children. Many thanks to the builder and contractors who donate their products and services to be able to offer this annual fundraiser for the children of St. Judes.

To purchase your $100 chance to win, go to St. Jude's Dream Home Giveaway.

Westhaven School Re-Zoning

Beginning in August of 2011, the neighborhood of Westhaven has been re-zoned from Grassland Middle School to Hillsboro Middle in Leipers Fork and from Franklin High School to Independence High School in Thompson's Station.

Westhaven children will continue to attend the newly-opened Pearre Creek Elementary School. These changes are permanent or as permanent as school changes can be.

Westhaven Homes for Sale | 113 Jasper Ave

Yesterday, while out previewing homes I ran across this Westhaven Franklin TN home for sale at 113 Jasper Ave. This home is a bank-approved short sale. There was a previous contract, however, the buyer walked away because the bank couldn't close on time.

Since then, the bank has approved a $547,000 purchase price and can close in 3 weeks. The appraisal had already been completed at $597,000.

This Westhaven home is 4,189 square feet. This is a lot of house for the price especially in the Westhaven neighborhood of Franklin TN. It has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, with hardwood floors, tile, granite counter tops, crown molding, and wainscoting. The bonus area above the garage is finished and could be used as a second master, an office, an in-law or a teen suite.

This Westhaven home is zoned for Pearre Creek Elementary (located in Westhaven), Hillsboro Middle and Independence High School beginning in August 2011.

If you are interested in this Westhaven home for sale or would like to sell your Westhaven home, contact Tammie White of Keller Williams Realty at (615) 495-0752 today.

Westhaven Open House | 467 Wire Grass Lane Franklin TN

Join me for a Westhaven Open House at 467 Wire Grass Lane in Franklin TN on Sunday, January 30 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Westhaven offers several amenities including a 15,000 square foot residents clubhouse, a resort style pool, parks, walking trails, two tennis courts and the Westhaven Golf Club.  Westhaven also employs a full-time activities coordinator.  They offer programs for children, adults and families.

Westhaven has retail businesses, medical offices, restaurants and a Harris Teeter grocery store. Pearre Creek Elementary School is the newest Williamson County elementary school.

With all that Westhaven has to offer you won't want to miss this Westhaven open house.