Living in Franklin

posted by Frank Stevens 4:28 PM
Monday, February 1, 2010

Living in Franklin

Franklin is a charming suburb of Nashville in Williamson County. Only 20 miles away from downtown Nashville, the city combines its ties to their rich past with an upscale urban development. It’s no surprise that recently the city recently made the top ten lists as the “Best Small Town” by Southern Living.

The City of Franklin was founded by Abram Maury, Jr., a State Senatory and was named after Benjamin Franklin, a close friend of Dr. Hugh Williamson, a member of the Continental Congress for whom Williamson County was named.

Franklin is perhaps best known as the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle, the Battle of Franklin. Before the Civil War, the city and Williamson County was perhaps one of the wealthiest counties in Tennessee. However, on November 30, 1864, the Battle of
Franklin took its toll on this community killing and wounding almost 10,000. The war destroyed the economy and it took almost 120 years for the counties economy to reach pre-war status. Today, visitors can learn about Franklin’s part in Civil War history by touring the Carter House, the Lotz House and the Historic Carnton Plantation, which includes the largest privately-owned Confederate cemetery in the nation.

Downtown Franklin is comprised of a 15-block historic district. The district includes an array of 70 trendy boutiques, antique shops and restaurants. With a history that dates back more than 200 years, it offers a dynamic American main street experience with brick-lined sidewalks, manicured landscaping and beautifully restored historic buildings.

Franklin’s family-friendly festivals that take place throughout the year attract more than 200,000 visitors annually. One of the most anticipated festivals each year is the Annual Main Street Festival. The festival offers entertainment in the way of music, booths with crafts and art made by local artists, food vendors and a big traditional carnival for the kids with all their favorite rides.

If you’re considering moving to Franklin, the median home price for a single-family detached homes are around $338,000 and go up from there. Other types of homes available are town homes, condominiums and beautiful estates overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

With Nashville on thirty minutes away, you’ll have access to all the big city has to offer. For country music enthusiast, a trip to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and the Grand Ole Opry is sure to be a treat. Enjoy world-class musical performance at the Nashville Performing Arts Center where you could be center-stage to see the Nashville Ballet or Symphony. No trip to Nashville would be complete without stopping by some of the many clubs to enjoy music by local artist and to sample some of the south’s delicious cuisine.

Whether you’re planning a move or simply come to Franklin to enjoy its culture and heritage, the city will charm you with its perfectly manicured streets and hospitality.



Leave a Reply