Franklin

Welcome to Franklin

Franklin is the one I send people to when they want charm with substance — a walkable historic downtown that actually has a soul, top Williamson County schools, and a small-town feel that's somehow fifteen minutes from a major job corridor. It consistently lands on "best places to live" lists, and once clients spend a Saturday on Main Street, I rarely have to sell them on it.

Who Lives Here?

Families and professionals drawn by the schools, executives working in Cool Springs, and a growing number of relocations — Franklin pulls a lot of out-of-state buyers leaving higher-cost, higher-tax states. You'll find everyone from young families in newer construction to established buyers in historic homes near downtown.

On Price, Franklin Spans a Wide Range Depending on Where and What

The overall median is hovering right around $1 million in 2026, but that number hides a lot: you'll find more attainable homes and townhomes well under that in established subdivisions, while historic downtown homes and the premium master-planned communities push well above it. The market has cooled from its peak frenzy into more neutral territory — homes are moving in roughly 55 days and selling at about 96% of asking — which means buyers finally have a little breathing room to negotiate.

What I Tell Clients

Decide early whether you're buying the downtown dream or the community dream, because they price and live differently. Historic downtown and the blocks around Main Street command a premium for walkability and character. Westhaven and the other master-planned communities sell amenities, sidewalks, and newer build quality. And if you want land and quiet, the areas stretching toward Leiper's Fork are their own special thing. I also remind relocating buyers that "Franklin" addresses sprawl across a big area — a 37064 or 37067 ZIP can mean very different commutes and price points.

The Trade-Offs

You're paying for the Williamson County premium, downtown inventory is limited and competitive, and depending on where you land, you may be commuting into Nashville. But the upside — schools, charm, and a community people genuinely don't want to leave — is exactly why values here have held so well.

My Take

Franklin is a forever-home market, not a flip market. People come for the schools and the lifestyle and they stay, which keeps demand steady. With the market more balanced heading through 2026, it's a smart window to buy if you've had your eye on it.