NEIGHBORHOOD
A historic small town 20 miles south of Nashville, where the Victorian-era Main Street anchors some of Tennessee's best family neighborhoods.
Around a 20 minute drive south of Nashville, historic downtown Franklin is an oasis of southern history and hospitality. The Main Street area, complete with brick sidewalks and Victorian architecture contains over 70 unique shops and is a treasure in middle Tennessee. Complimenting Main Street is an eclectic mix of arts and crafts homes, boutiques and restaurants. Traditional southern is the theme here but some shops also feature high fashion brands. Outside of downtown, Franklin features many different residential neighborhoods and covers a grand total of 41.4 square miles. Franklin is a great spot for couples looking to start a family with its close proximity to Nashville and its superior public school system.
Our scorecard evaluates Franklin based on the factors that matter most to residents.
Overall score
Franklin has historic charm, top-rated schools and beautiful parks making it one of the most desirable places to live in Tennessee.
At a glance
4.8
Harlinsdale Farm, Pinkerton Park, the Franklin Greenway, and just beautiful and easy neighborhood walks everywhere.
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Franklin is served by Williamson County Schools, with the Franklin Special School District covering K–8 in parts of the city. See the Tennessee State Report Card and GreatSchools for school-by-school data.
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Franklin has its own police department serving the city. For current statistics, see the Franklin Police Department.
2.5
Premium home prices and strong demand make Franklin one Tennessee's least affordable markets.
5.0
Excellent schools, parks, youth sports, and year-round community events make Franklin an outstanding place to raise a family.
4.3
Historic downtown and surrounding areas offer an excellent mix of locally owned restaurants although not as many highly-rated foodie spots.
4.4
Downtown boutiques, local retailers, and nearby shopping districts provide plenty of options although not a hot-spot for super trendy stores that end up choosing Nashville.
3.1
Live music, breweries, and neighborhood bars create a relaxing nightlife scene.
3.6
Downtown Franklin is highly walkable, although most everywhere else requires a car.
4.1
Convenient access to I-65 and major employers, though commuting to downtown Nashville can be slow during peak hours.
Scores reflect Nashville Go's editorial assessment and available local data.
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