Moving to or from Franklin?
Nashville's most affluent southern suburb and Williamson County seat — with a meticulously preserved Civil War-era Main Street, home to Nissan North America HQ and Tractor Supply, and consistently top-ranked Williamson County Schools.
- 85,000 City population
- 2,100,000 Metro area
- 1799 Founded
- Williamson County / Nashville Metro Region
Why people move to Franklin.
- Being Nashville's most affluent suburb and Williamson County's seat
- Williamson County Schools — consistently top-ranked in Tennessee
- Historic Main Street and downtown Franklin — meticulously preserved 19th-century commercial core
- Nissan North America world headquarters
- Tractor Supply Company corporate HQ
- Carnton Plantation and Battle of Franklin history
The Battle of Franklin (November 30, 1864) was one of the most devastating five-hour periods of the entire Civil War — 9,500 combined casualties including six Confederate generals killed, as General John Bell Hood's army attacked entrenched Union positions. The Carnton Plantation's porch was used as a field hospital; its wooden floors still bear bloodstains. The battlefield is being progressively restored through land acquisitions by the Battle of Franklin Trust.
Where people live in Franklin.
A quick guide to Franklin's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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Downtown / Main Street
Preserved historic core with restaurants, shops, and Victorian-era buildings
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Westhaven
Master-planned new-urbanist community with walkable town center
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Berry Farms
Newer master-planned mixed-use community
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Cool Springs
Commercial and residential district with corporate campuses
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Historic Carnton area
Rural-feel area near Carnton Plantation
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Brentwood (adjacent)
Similarly affluent neighboring city with top schools
Where people spend their time in Franklin.
- Main Street Franklin Downtown
- Carnton Plantation Central Franklin
- Carter House & Battle of Franklin site Central Franklin
- Factory at Franklin Central Franklin
- Historic Masonic Hall Downtown
- Pinkerton Park Central Franklin
Planning a Franklin move.
- Franklin's top schools and affluent character drive housing demand; median prices are among the highest in Tennessee
- Historic district rules apply to downtown properties; exterior changes require preservation approval
- Tennessee has no state income tax — significant financial advantage for high earners
- Nashville commute via I-65 is 25-35 minutes; many executives commute daily to downtown Nashville
Moving in Franklin: FAQ.
Is Franklin really that expensive?
Yes. Median home prices in Franklin and Williamson County are among the highest in Tennessee — often double the national average. The combination of top-rated schools, Nashville proximity, corporate-HQ employment, and charm-factor preserved downtown has driven sustained appreciation. For executives relocating to Nashville, Franklin is often the preferred choice despite the premium.
How does Franklin compare to Brentwood?
Similar affluent Williamson County suburbs. Brentwood is smaller, slightly more residential-only in character, and generally higher median home prices. Franklin has more walkable downtown character, more commercial activity, and more cultural amenities. Many families choose based on specific school feeders and preference for downtown walkability vs. purely residential character.
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