**Previously sold to settle an Estate.** Legacy compound opportunity in Leipers Fork. Over 52 acres of lush gardens, mature hardwoods and two preliminarily approved perc sites for 5-6 bedroom homes, Presently, perched atop a gentle ridge and wrapped in timeless charm, "The Hunter Kay Estate" feels as though it was established in the early 1900s—yet originally built in 1978 with additions in 1985 and 2002. The Farmhouse is wrapped with deep screened-in porches, and features a dramatic living room with soaring ceilings and a Rumford fireplace. It's a place where one could imagine the likes of Truman Capote, Robert Penn Warren, and Alice Walker trading stories around the fire, sipping a fine whiskey. A second and third fireplace anchor both the kitchen and the home's original "summer kitchen," now reimagined as an intimate speakeasy and wine room. Down a short hallway lies the powder room and an office that opens to the back porch. Upstairs, you find the main bedroom and bath, a charming library, and a loft with closets that doubles as another bedroom. The property also includes a 30' x 46' workshop with roll-up doors, a loft, and a 400-amp panel in both the workshop and home, along with a 240-volt EV plug. An additional hobby room is located near the firepit, while another storage shed with antique doors houses garden equipment. Trails weave through the acreage, one leading down the holler to a picnic table by the creek. Homesteaders and land lovers, writers or event retreats, or multi-generational living with serenity and privacy - the opportunities are only limited by ones imagination.
Est. $2,956 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5180 Fire Tower Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3184944
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$3,650,000
$1,404/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Pending
—
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$4,795,000
$1,844/sq ft
May 2, 2026
Listed
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
Apr 30, 2026
Coming Soon
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3184940
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$3,650,000
$1,404/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Pending
—
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$4,795,000
$1,844/sq ft
May 4, 2026
Listed
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
Apr 30, 2026
Coming Soon
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
+80
**Previous sale was to settle an Estate.** Legacy compound opportunity in Leipers Fork. Over 52 acres of lush gardens, mature hardwoods and two preliminarily approved perc sites for 5-6 bedroom homes, Presently, perched atop a gentle ridge and wrapped in timeless charm, "The Hunter Kay Estate" feels as though it was established in the early 1900s—yet originally built in 1978 with additions in 1985 and 2002. The Farmhouse is wrapped with deep screened-in porches, and features a dramatic living room with soaring ceilings and a Rumford fireplace. It's a place where one could imagine the likes of Truman Capote, Robert Penn Warren, and Alice Walker trading stories around the fire, sipping a fine whiskey. A second and third fireplace anchor both the kitchen and the home's original "summer kitchen," now reimagined as an intimate speakeasy and wine room. Down a short hallway lies the powder room and an office that opens to the back porch. Upstairs, you find the main bedroom and bath, a charming library, and a loft with closets that doubles as another bedroom. The property also includes a 30' x 46' workshop with roll-up doors, a loft, and a 400-amp panel in both the workshop and home, along with a 240-volt EV plug. An additional hobby room is located near the firepit, while another storage shed with antique doors houses garden equipment. Trails weave through the acreage, one leading down the holler to a picnic table by the creek. Homesteaders and land lovers, writers or event retreats, or multi-generational living with serenity and privacy - the opportunities are only limited by ones imagination.
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3146579
Apr 29, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2026
Listed
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3034939
Apr 29, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Oct 28, 2025
Listed
$4,995,000
$1,921/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2010
$699
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,120
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Williamson County
APN
04900701000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 3, 2026.
RP-5
Rural Preservation District- 5
The purpose of the Rural Preservation District-5 RP-5 is to support and protect the rural character of Williamson County west of I-65 by allowing for a broad range of agricultural, rural, and low-density residential development. It is the intent of this district to continue to promote the agricultural and rural use of land within this district while providing for limited, low-density residential development that is consistent with the conservation design principles emphasized in the Williamson County Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Winery & vineyard
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Total: 10
Parking Features: Gravel
Open Parking Spaces: 10
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 19x13
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 17x19
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Features: Bookcases
Room Dimensions: 11x20
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Room Features: Basement Level
Room Dimensions: 20x18
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Combination
Room Dimensions: 17x19
Room 6 Information
Room Features: Other
Room Dimensions: 19x22
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 23x19
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Formal
Room Dimensions: 24x19
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Other Room
Room Dimensions: 11x20
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Hot Tub, Kitchen Island
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered, Screened
Fencing: Partial
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,600
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Hilly, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 52.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 52.15
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,227
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Walnut Grove Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Grassland Middle School
High School: Franklin High School
Location Information
Directions: Old Hillsboro to Waddell. R on Waddell to Still House Hollow, turn left. Go under the Natchez Trace bridge and Fire Tower is the first right. Turn right and go to the end of the culdesac. Take the driveway, veer L at the first y, right at the second y.
Topography: Cleared,Hilly,Wooded
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,120
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Williamson County
APN: 04900701000
Home facts updated by county records on May 3, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2600
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2600
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Walnut Grove Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.0mi
7/10
Grassland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.4mi
8/10
Franklin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Franklin, TN • 37064
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$3.67M – $4.44M
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