Franklin (Williamson County)

This city filled with history has seen quite a bit of new growth recently, making it a great choice for families who want to live near Nashville but outside of the city. Located just 14 miles from Nashville, Franklin is a unique community that has earned a lot of recognition in recent years. Real estate options range from large new-construction homes to historic houses in established neighborhoods.

 

• The highly-rated school district
• Convenient location near Nashville but outside city limits
• Amazing shopping and dining throughout the city
• An array of housing options
• A safe alternative to living in the city
  
  

Named the Fourth Best Place to Live by Time Magazine and the third safest city in Tennessee, Franklin is a perfect choice for families. They love the small-town feel of the community, which hosts fun annual festivals and parades year-round. The city also draws history buffs as residents, to take in all the historical sites throughout their town.

 

The shopping and dining options in Franklin are amazing. With the eclectic dining scene, you can choose from high-quality  restaurants like:

 

• Wild Ginger, a fine-dining establishment featuring a blend of Pan-Asian, South American, and Western cuisines
• Biscuit Love, a family-run restaurant with a scratch-made Southern menu
• Mantra Artisan Ales, a craft brewery featuring a menu of internationally inspired beers and seasonal ales

The city is also home to an array of shopping options, from unique boutiques to larger stores. These interesting shops are a must-see:

 

• Philanthropy, a fashion-forward boutique that makes a difference
• White’s Mercantile, a modern-day general store filled with amazing finds
• Living Franklin, a lifestyle store featuring everything from home décor to apparel
• Cool Springs Galleria, a one-million-square-foot mall with four anchor stores and more than 150 specialty shops

You’ll love the selection of annual events hosted in Downtown Franklin: In spring, attend the Main Street Festival, and in the summer you’ll celebrate the Fourth of July with a parade. Fall brings the annual PumpkinFest, while the Dickens of a Christmas festival is celebrated each winter. And don’t miss the town’s 15-block historic district filled with unique  architecture.

 

• Franklin is part of the Williamson County School District, serving 40,000 students in 48 different schools. The high-achieving school district boasts a 96% graduation rate, an ACT composite score of 25.2, and also ranks highly in the state’s report card in a variety of subjects and grade levels.