1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville, TN 37220
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville, TN 37220, Active at $3,890,000 ($344/sq ft). 7 bd · 5 ba · 11,309 sqft · $344/sqft · 2 ac.
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville, TN 37220, Active at $3,890,000 ($344/sq ft). 7 bd · 5 ba · 11,309 sqft · $344/sqft · 2 ac.
Active · $3,890,000
MLS #3112670 · listed January 13, 2026 · 283 days on market · updated January 23, 2026
7-bed, 5-bath home at 1228 Mary Helen Dr in Forest Hills, Nashville, 11,309 sqft, $3,890,000 ($344/sqft), by French King Fine Properties.
1228 Mary Helen Dr is a 7-bedroom, 5-bath home in Nashville, TN 37220, offered at $3,890,000, about $344/sq ft across 11,309 sq ft.
At $344/sq ft, this home is about 21% below the Nashville 37220 median list price per square foot of $436.
Recently sold in Nashville 37220: 15 comparable homes from $2,560,000 to $5,205,000, a median of $543/sq ft; this listing at $344/sq ft is about 37% below recent sold prices.
Market read: the Nashville 37220 homes market is balanced, at about 3.2 months of inventory; recent sales have closed near 97.4% of list over the past year.
All-in, about $25,228/mo at 20% down (7.60% 30-year fixed).
Beyond principal and interest, the recurring carrying costs on this home (property tax, insurance) run about $3,255/mo, roughly 13% of the all-in monthly payment.
At the current 7.60% 30-year jumbo rate, principal and interest on this home runs about $21,973/mo; at the 6.90% rate of about three months ago it would be roughly $20,496/mo, so monthly P&I is about $1,477 higher now.
School zone: assigned to Percy Priest Elementary, John Trotwood Moore Middle, Hillsboro Comp High School. Attendance zones can change; verify current assignment with the district.
Next step: ask Grant Hammond anything about 1228 Mary Helen Dr (comps, HOA, tours) and he replies personally, usually same day.
Analysis by Grant Hammond, Compass RE. Figures as of January 23, 2026. Realtracs via IDX.
This is a standard residential home, not a permitted short-term rental.
More context: homes for sale in Nashville.
Gated and fenced, this private and secure Traditional Low Country brick masterpiece will exceed expectations. With over 11,000 square feet of heated and cooled living space, you can meet the needs of your large family, or provide a new home for your growing Collections. Whether you want gallery space for display, archive drawer storage space to assist in organization, or abundant shelving a community library would appreciate, opportunities abound. The principal suite and four bedrooms on the main level, when coupled with an additional two bedrooms upstairs allows you to host the entire family. The German SieMatic kitchen, known for it's timeless design and precision engineering, will make entertaining a dream. Don't miss the dog wash, wine 'cave', extra kitchen, several offices, commercial laundry and three garage bays. A four-stop, fully automatic elevator makes the entire home accessible. New roof (2025), 60kW generator, 16-zone irrigation system, fully encapsulated crawlspace, and spray foam insulation. Big broad porches, front and back expand the living areas. In addition, the proximity to Radnor Lake State Park will be life-changing. Visit the over 1,300 acres of protected natural area known for hiking, wildlife viewing and you will understand the appeal of this in-town escape. Forest Hills.
Listing remarks via the Realtracs Internet Data Exchange.
Complete reported fields for 1228 Mary Helen Dr (reference).
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under contract | |||
| Listed | $3,890,000 | ||
| Quitclaim deed | $0 | ||
| Quitclaim deed | $0 | ||
| Deed recorded | $1,812,500 | ||
| Deed recorded | $1,299,016 | ||
| Quitclaim deed | $0 |
Listed January 13, 2026, this listing has been on the market 283 days as of October 23, 2026. It has been under contract since July 8, 2026.
County assessment from Davidson County public records; listing-cycle history tracked by the GH Market Engine.
The Davidson County Assessor's appraised value of 1228 Mary Helen Dr by year: $870,300 in 2001 to $3,785,800 in 2025, a change of +335%. Appraised value is the county's figure for taxation, not a market value or a sale price.
| Year | Land | Building | Yard items | Total | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $641,300 | $3,144,500 | $0 | $3,785,800 | INF |
| 2021 | $415,500 | $2,293,900 | $0 | $2,709,400 | INF |
| 2017 | $359,100 | $2,415,600 | $0 | $2,774,700 | ROLL |
| 2013 | $315,000 | $1,954,100 | $0 | $2,269,100 | ROLL |
| 2009 | $315,000 | $1,465,000 | $0 | $1,780,000 | ROLL |
| 2005 | $165,000 | $1,468,900 | $0 | $1,633,900 | ROLL |
| 2001 | $150,000 | $720,300 | $0 | $870,300 | ROLL |
Source: Davidson County Assessor of Property, historical appraisal record, as recorded; totals are the county's own figures. Davidson County reappraises every four years (most recently 2025); other years reflect changes recorded between reappraisals.
Estimated monthly ownership for 1228 Mary Helen Dr at $3,890,000: principal & interest, property tax, insurance. Estimate only; not a loan offer.
| List price | $3,890,000 |
|---|---|
| Property tax basis | Assessed value × 25% (TN residential ratio) × the Metro Nashville / Davidson County rate |
Estimated total monthly payment for 1228 Mary Helen Dr is about $25,228/mo, 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 7.60% (a jumbo loan), including principal & interest $21,973, estimated property tax $2,255, homeowners insurance $1,000. Estimate only; not a loan offer.
| Principal & interest | $21,973/mo |
|---|---|
| Property tax (est.) | $2,255/mo |
| Homeowners insurance (est.) | $1,000/mo |
| Estimated total | $25,228/mo |
Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 7.60% (Mortgage News Daily, as of October 22, 2026). Property tax uses the Davidson County General Services District rate at the 25% TN residential ratio. Estimate only; not a loan offer or appraisal. Enable JavaScript to adjust down payment, term, loan type, and rate.
| 30-year rate | Principal & interest | Est. total / mo | vs current |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.60% | $19,875/mo | $23,130/mo | -$2,098/mo |
| 7.10% | $20,914/mo | $24,169/mo | -$1,059/mo |
| 7.60% | $21,973/mo | $25,228/mo | current |
| 8.10% | $23,052/mo | $26,307/mo | +$1,079/mo |
| 8.60% | $24,149/mo | $27,404/mo | +$2,176/mo |
Principal & interest on a 30-year fixed at 20% down ($3,112,000 loan), with property tax, insurance held constant at $3,255/mo. Current 30-year fixed 7.60% (Mortgage News Daily, as of October 22, 2026). Estimate only; not a loan offer.
Owning 1228 Mary Helen Dr runs about $25,228/mo all-in, from the payment estimate above. Whether buying beats renting turns on how long you stay, how fast prices and rents move, and the rent you would otherwise pay. Turn on JavaScript to model those assumptions and find the year buying pulls ahead.
Method: net cost to own equals down payment plus about 3% closing plus payments made, minus equity built (principal paid and appreciation) and about 7% exit costs, measured against cumulative rent. Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable. Estimate only; not financial advice.
| Metric | This home | Nashville 37220 active | Recently sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price / sq ft | $344 | $426 median | - |
| Price position | 25th pctile | -19% vs median | - |
| Nashville 37220 vs greater Nashville | - | +27% | - |
This listing beside the active Nashville 37220 market and recent recorded closings. Computed by Grant Hammond from Realtracs via IDX, as of October 23, 2026.
At $344/sq ft, this home ranks in the 25th percentile of the 60 active homes in Nashville 37220 by price per square foot.
Nashville 37220 trades about 27% above greater Nashville on a price-per-square-foot basis.
Taken together, this home reads toward the lower end per square foot for Nashville 37220.
Computed by Grant Hammond from 60 Nashville 37220 comparables (Realtracs via IDX), as of October 23, 2026, refreshed weekly.
Median list price per square foot for active single-family homes by high-school attendance zone. Attendance zones cross city mailing lines; this is a price comparison, not a rating.
| High-school zone | Median $/sq ft |
|---|---|
| Hillsboro | $460/sq ft |
| Stratford | $369/sq ft |
| Pearl-Cohn | $318/sq ft |
| Maplewood | $317/sq ft |
| Glencliff | $282/sq ft |
| James Lawson | $273/sq ft |
| John Overton | $263/sq ft |
| McGavock | $236/sq ft |
| Hunters Lane | $233/sq ft |
| Whites Creek | $233/sq ft |
| Cane Ridge | $220/sq ft |
| Antioch | $212/sq ft |
Computed by Grant Hammond from active Davidson County listings (Realtracs via IDX).
| Active listings | 47 in Nashville 37220 homes |
|---|---|
| Recent absorption | about 14.7 sales / mo |
| Months of inventory | 3.2 months, a balanced market |
Over the past 12 months, homes in Nashville 37220 homes sold at about 97.4% of list price.
Recorded sales in Nashville 37220 homes: 168 in the past 12 months.
Supply-side and recent-sale context for Nashville 37220 homes. Sale figures are trailing 6/12/24-month medians of recorded Nashville 37220 homes closings. Source Realtracs via IDX, as of September 28, 2026.
1228 Mary Helen Dr sits in Forest Hills, Nashville, Davidson County.
In Nashville 37220, homes there are priced around $436 per square foot; inventory in Nashville 37220 homes is running at about 3.2 months, a balanced market; recent sales closed near 97.4% of list price; 15 sales have been recorded in the past year.
Neighborhood housing-market facts computed by Grant Hammond from Realtracs via IDX, as of October 11, 2026.
Approximately 6.7 miles from downtown Nashville (straight-line distance).
1228 Mary Helen Dr is zoned for Percy Priest Elementary, John Trotwood Moore Middle, Hillsboro Comp High School. Attendance zones and enrollment change, confirm current zoning with the Metro Nashville Public Schools district before relying on it.
Get the full details, recent comparable sales, and any off-market options for 1228 Mary Helen Dr - plus tour times if you want them. Grant Hammond, Compass RE, replies personally, usually the same day.
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Listed by Richard B French, French King Fine Properties. Properties marked with the MTRMLS logo are provided courtesy of the Realtracs Internet Data Exchange Program. Information believed accurate but not guaranteed. IDX by Diverse Solutions.
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As of the latest update (January 23, 2026), 1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville is active, per Realtracs. Contact Grant Hammond, Compass RE, for current availability.
1228 Mary Helen Dr was listed on January 13, 2026 and has been on the market 283 days as of October 23, 2026, per Realtracs.
No. The asking price has been $3,890,000 since it was listed on January 13, 2026.
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville is listed at $3,890,000, about $344 per square foot across 11,309 square feet.
7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
About $344 per square foot ($3,890,000 across 11,309 sqft).
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville was built in 2000.
Yes, 3 garage spaces, per the listing.
No HOA dues are reported for this home.
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville is in the Forest Hills subdivision of Nashville.
About $25,228 a month with 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 7.60%, principal and interest $21,973, estimated property tax $2,255, insurance $1,000. Estimate only; not a loan offer. Adjust the down payment, term, loan type, and rate in the financing calculator on this page.
1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville is zoned for Percy Priest Elementary, John Trotwood Moore Middle, Hillsboro Comp High School. Attendance zones and enrollment change, verify current zoning with the Metro Nashville Public Schools district.
No, 1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville is a standard residential home, not a permitted short-term rental. Ask Grant Hammond about STR-eligible inventory if that is your goal.
Request a time using the tour form on this page (in-person or a live video walkthrough), or call or text Grant Hammond, Compass RE, at (615) 945-7123. Most showings are confirmed within 24 to 48 hours.
Grant Hammond, Compass RE, can prepare and present your offer, walk you through price, contingencies, and timeline, and represent you through closing. Start with the form on this page or call (615) 945-7123. Broker fees are not set by law and are fully negotiable.
Yes. This page shows the full photo set and reported MLS fields; contact Grant Hammond, Compass RE, for a disclosure packet, recent comparable sales, and any off-market options.
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At about $344 per square foot, 1228 Mary Helen Dr, Nashville ranks in the 23rd percentile of active Nashville 37220 listings by price per square foot, roughly 21% below the Nashville 37220 median; recent comparable sales in Nashville 37220 closed near $543 per square foot. This is comp-based analysis by Grant Hammond, Compass RE, not an appraisal.
The Nashville 37220 homes market is currently balanced, at about 3.2 months of inventory; recent sales have closed near 97.4% of list price over the past year, per Realtracs as of September 28, 2026.
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