Monday, December 11, 2023
Real estate in Franklin is naturally beautiful, even though the city is just 20 minutes away from the hub of Nashville, Tennessee. A wealthy city with a rich history, Franklin manages to feel like a small rural town, despite its 46,000 or so residents. Those who choose Franklin TN homes are looking for a lifestyle that is neither hindered by large crowds or by boredom. Franklin homes sit comfortably amid a gorgeous landscape with lots of recreation—yet you're within easy reach of modern amenities galore.
Being able to sit at Starbucks on Main Street or at any of the local sidewalk cafés, and just people watch is another attractive element of this very desirable city. Lots of people come to Downtown Franklin simply to hang out, have an ice cream at Ben and Jerry's, get a coffee, or have lunch and just watch the world go by. It's a great place to meet new friends, enjoy modern day conveniences, and develop a new appreciation for the architecture of the late 1800s.
Many newcomers to the Nashville area visit the historic community of Franklin as tourists, but soon fall in love with the well preserved historic Main Street and square. In fact, the new developments at Westhaven have tried to reproduce the small town America feel of Franklin, which is just 5 minutes away.
Franklin, Tennessee also has a well deserved reputation for having a top rated school system which has played a major part in continuing to attract new residents.
