3.7 out of 10

Franklin

38.6455129310335 -79.3326621796222

Great for

Clean & Green
Cost of Living
Lack of Traffic
Peace & Quiet
Pest Free

Not great for

Childcare
Eating Out
Gym & Fitness
Medical Facilities
Nightlife

Who lives here?

Retirees
Tourists
Country Lovers

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Reviews

JanetB1

2/5 rating details

Neighborly Spirit 3/5
Safe & Sound 5/5
Clean & Green 5/5
Pest Free 5/5
Peace & Quiet 5/5
Eating Out 1/5
Nightlife 1/5
Parks & Recreation 4/5
Shopping Options 1/5
Gym & Fitness 1/5
Internet Access 2/5
Lack of Traffic 5/5
Parking 1/5
Cost of Living 5/5
Resale or Rental Value 2/5
Public Transport 1/5
Medical Facilities 1/5
Schools 1/5
Childcare 1/5

2yrs+

"Bedroom Community for Retirees"

One stoplight, one grocery, cute main street with rural uniqueness. Outdoor adventure abounds. Schools are extremely poor both in rigor and finances. Would not recommend for those with children seeking rigorous education. The one exception is Brandywine Elementary School in nearby Brandywine. Top 10 school twice; once in 2014 and 2010. Rare standout education there. County schools converge in Franklin to the combination middle/high school. Area great for seeing the stars, cheap property tax, and low rental fees. Property sales to outsiders can be excessively high. Water availability is a challenge away from town - be sure to check for water before you buy, it is not readily available. Perfect locale for retirees with money - you get a lot for your money.

Pros