Simpson County, Kentucky
Franklin Real Estate and Local Guide
The county seat of Simpson County in south-central Kentucky along the Tennessee border, named for Benjamin Franklin. Southern Living has recognized it among the best small Southern towns. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Franklin best.
About the area
Living in Franklin, KY
Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash married at Franklin First United Methodist Church on March 1, 1968.
The housing market
Homes in Franklin
- About 53.2% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 75.7% of housing is single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $170,400.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Franklin home
Kentucky Downs
Thoroughbred racetrack formerly known as Dueling Grounds, host of the Kentucky Cup Turf Festival
Simpson County Courthouse
1882 Italianate courthouse anchoring the downtown town square
Octagon Hall Museum
Civil War era eight-sided historic house museum
Simpson County History Center and Old Jail
Local history museum with tours of the Old Stone Jail and jailer's quarters
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.