Downtown Franklin

Franklin, TN

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Downtown Franklin - Franklin, TN

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The cultural heart of Franklin houses parks as well as tons of history

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The cultural center of Franklin, a charming Tennessee town just south of Nashville, Downtown Franklin is home to most of the city’s historical sites and most popular entertainment spots. The walkable atmosphere of Downtown Franklin makes it easy to explore all the charm that the city has to offer, as well as the community parks that lend a verdant character to this section of the city.

The 1858 Lotz House contains a large collection of 19th-century furniture. Downtown’s Main Street is lined with galleries, antique shops and restored Victorian buildings. You’ll find incredible loft apartments in venerable old buildings, as well as modern apartment communities with pools and more just outside the historic heart of Franklin.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Franklin is $1,731 for one bedroom, $2,066 for two bedrooms, and $2,850 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Franklin has increased by 3.0% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 753 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,731/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,093 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,066/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,384 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,850/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

50

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Pinkerton Park
  • Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary
  • Deerwood Arboretum
  • Warner Parks
  • Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

Airports

  • Nashville International

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