YouTube is popular
Someone who has the time and inclination can watch all kinds of real estate videos from Williamson County on YouTube.
Some of them are surprisingly entertaining, such as the one ShowcasePhotographers.com, a Franklin company, created for a Mediterranean-style mansion for sale at 371 Jones Parkway in Brentwood. While the camera lovingly meanders through the opulent interiors of the 6,591-square-foot house, a recording of Diana Krall crooning “S’ Wonderful” sets the mood.
The company set another of its videos, one of a log cabin for sale at 4379 Arno Road, to “Wild Horses” — the Susan Boyle version.
Formerly known as ShowcaseByAgent, Showcase Photographers was established five years ago by Dan Raper, who is now expanding into the Houston and Dallas markets as well as the Gulf Coast area. “The YouTube videos are relatively new for us,” said Raper, who used to work in product development for BP Oil. “I think the videos are popular if you have already kind of fallen in love with the house and you just want to see it again or show it to someone else.” They also are a boon for “lookie loos” and real estate junkies. Raper said his video of Alan Jackson’s massive former home on Moran Road that was for sale last year received so many hits, the server nearly crashed.
One of Raper’s personal favorites is the video he created for a log cabin that was for sale at 6134 Fire Tower Road in Nashville that was owned by the author of the Willie Nelson hit “Mama Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.” The song was used to perfectly accompany the video, which can still be seen on YouTube.

A matter of perspective
One of the most sophisticated services available to agents or sellers is an interactive floor plan, which allows the viewer or potential buyer to see every room, bathroom and hallway from multiple perspectives, providing the most-complete version of an online tour possible.
The interactive floor plans offered by Showcase cost $119.
It’s an expense that an agent may judge worthwhile on more expensive listings, such as the $869,900 house that Nancy and Marty Warren recently listed at 10 Portrush Circle in Governors Club. The interior of the house is photogenic, having been professionally decorated from top to bottom, so the photos look more like a spread in House Beautiful than a real estate advertisement.
Warren said that particular house was not staged specifically for the Internet, where most of the buyers are browsing, though most of her listings are. “I think the professional photographs are one of the most important things that we do,” Nancy Warren said.
The Warrens, who are with Fridrich and Clark Realty, have been using professional photographers for five years and have been buying the interactive floor plans for almost all of their listings for the past three years. “It’s a little bit more expensive, but we think it’s worth it,” Nancy Warren said.

The story of the house
“This market is so wide open, it’s like picking ripe apples off a tree,” said Raper, whose wife’s real estate business inspired him to create his real estate photography business.
It’s all about using the visual nature of the Web to “tell the beautiful story of the house, and to entice those buyers to come in and see it,” he said.
Grown by word of mouth, Raper said his company averages from 30 to 40 photo shoots a day in summer, at the height of the real estate season. Winter estimated he has photographed about 150 houses since he started his business, most of them in Brentwood. The weak economy hasn’t stood in his way, either. “It seems like I’ve been getting busier as the market has gotten worse,” he said.

Beautiful house on 6.3 acres. Chef s kitchen with Viking appliances & granite that opens to a 2 story great room w/ stone fireplace & hardwood floors. Covered front & rear porches w/ beautiful views. 36×26 detached building for 2 cars, barn, or workshop.

6.3+ Acres
2 Car Garage
Designer Finishes
Storage Building with Workshop
Front and Rear Porches
Hardwood Floors
Granite
Tile
Private Lot with Mature Trees

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FROM FRANKLIN: I-65 South to 840 West to Lewisburg Pike Exit. Turn Right off exit (South). 1828 Lewisburg Pike is approx. 1.5 miles on the right (look for white fence).

The popular Jamestown plan offers luxury one level living at its best! This home has a large kitchen with a breakfast nook which open up to the family room with a fireplace and custom built-ins. The large master bedroom and bath have access to the covered porch. The bonus room is located over the 3 car garage and offers a great place to watch movies!

Built by Tennessee Valley Homes
Energy Star Certified
National Association of Home Builders Green Certified
All Brick
3 Car Garage
Designer Finishes
Raised Panel Cabinets
Hardwood Floors
Granite
Tile
Private Lot with Mature Trees

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I65S, Exit Concord Road East (left off ramp). After approx. 4 miles turn Right on Sunset Road. After approx. 2 miles turn Left into Sunset Park. Take Third Right onto Eulas Way and home is on the Left.

Thronride Farm is a private, gated, & fenced Equestrian Estate. The 48 acre park-like setting consists of two ponds, an active stream, gently rolling fields, and mature trees. The main home is a 8,038 sq.ft. New England/ Cape Cod style residence. Upon arrival you will notice the beautifully cobblestone arrival court, cedar shake exterior, copper gutters, beautiful gardens, observation deck and beautiful architectural angles that make this country estate one of the most unique properties in Williamson County. Upon entering the home, you will notcie the unique two-story foyer and Nautical inspired staircase. The home features an elegant formal living and dining rooms, downstairs master and four upstairs bedrooms, an office and a secondary upstairs laundry room. It also features a fully lined cedar closet for winter storage. The gourmet kitchen adjoins a large round breakfast room with a third story observation tower overlooking pool/spa area and fabulous valley views. Mature landscaping and extensive patios w/panoramic views compliment this private retreat. The open pastures, heated barn and wetlands make this farm a complete retreat from the city.

3 car garage
Slate
Marble
Heated Pool
Hot Tub with Infiiti Edge
2 ponds
7,000 sq.ft. Heated Barn
Exercise Room
Observation Tower

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I-65 to Peytonsville Road Exit. Take a Left off the exit ramp, heading East. Stay on Peytonsville Road for approx. 2.5 miles. Turn Right into Private Gated entrance with stained concrete driveway. Call agent for gate code.

Builders Home with TONS of UPGRADES & PRIVACY! Luxury one level living! Open floorplan w/ sand & finish hardwoods, custom built-ins,extensive trim, tray ceilings, screen porch, huge fenced yard, Kitchen with granite, SS App, & DBL Ovens! Freshly painted…a SHOW IS A SELL!

Harwood Floors
Tile
2 Story Foyer
1 Level
2 Car Garage
Private Yard
Best Lot in Community
Neutral Paint Colors

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I-65 to Hwy 96 West, Left at Mack Hatcher Pkwy, Right at Noah Drive (aka SE Parkway), straight at stop sign, Left at Second stop sign, continue to end of the street and take a right at the stop sign, Home is then on the Left.

Furnished condo in awesome location! Gated Community! Granite in the Kitchen and Both Bathrooms. The unit includes washer, dryer, refridgerator, dishwasher, microwave, blinds, 1 car garage and tons of additional storage space! This upgraded condo also features a loft that can be used as a flex room or office!

1 Car Garage
Location, Location, Location!
Extensive Trim Work
Vaulted Ceilings
Amazing Views
Granite Throughout
Gated Community

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From Nashville: I65 South to Cool Springs Boulevard West. Right on Aspen Grove Road (3rd Stop Light). Left into development. Go through gate and make left turn. Building A is the first building on the Left.

Brand New Tennessee Valley Homes plan! The Callaway offers covered front & rear porches, open floor plan & private homesite. Designer finishes. NAHB Green Certification & Old South custom quality makes this home one of a kind! Home also has irrigation & hardwoods.

Built by Old South Construction
Energy Star Certified
National Association of Home Builders Green Certified
All Brick
3 Car Garage
Designer Finishes
Raised Panel Cabinets
Hardwood Floors
Granite
Tile
Private Lot with Mature Trees

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I65S, Exit Concord Road East (left off ramp). After approx. 4 miles turn Right on Sunset Road. After approx. 2 miles turn Left into Sunset Park.

Once you enter into this beautiful home you will notice the Quality & Craftmanship you expect from Tennessee Valley Homes. The Jamestown offers a Chef’s Kitchen with handmade, custom built and glazed cabinets, granite, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and tumbled stone backsplash. The large Great Room with fireplace and custom built-ins is open to the breakfast room, kitchen, & dining room…making this home perfect for entertaining friends and family! The Great Room also overlooks the covered porch, patio, & outdoor fire place…an extension of this home! This floor plan features all bedrooms, baths, and living areas on the first floor with a bonus room upstairs. The Jamestown also offers granite throughout, wood shelves in all closets, 2 custom built-ins, extensive trim work, tray ceilings, crown molding, 3 car garage, & lots of storage.

Built by Tennessee Valley Homes
Energy Star Certified
National Association of Home Builders Green Certified
All Brick
3 Car Garage
Designer Finishes
Raised Panel Cabinets
Hardwood Floors
Granite
Tile

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I-65 to Franklin Exit Hwy 96 EAST, go approximately 8 miles on Hwy 96 to Kings’ Chapel on left. Turn Left & Pass thru the gates of Kings’ Chapel. Meadow Bridge Lane is the first Right of the Gated Community.

Beautiful Scottsdale Plan w/European flair. This open floor plan offers a chef’s kitchen, granite throughout, true sand & finish hardwoods, tile, extensive trimwork, all on a private wooded lot with an outdoor fireplace, irrigation system, and more! All bedrooms and baths are on the first floor with a private Bonus Room tucked away upstairs.

Built by Tennessee Valley Homes
Energy Star Certified
National Association of Home Builders Green Certified
All Brick
3 Car Garage
Designer Finishes
Raised Panel Cabinets
Hardwood Floors
Granite
Tile
Private Lot with Mature Trees

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I65 South. Exit Concord Road east. Right on Sunset Road. Left into Sunset Park. Take second left on Jonahs Ridge Dr. Home on left.