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The Town of Franklin is a suburban industrial community on the watershed between the Charles and the Blackstone Rivers, 22 miles southwest of Boston. It is one of the highest towns in Norfolk County. Settlement came late, in 1676, after the ending of King Philip's war. Its early years saw settlers involved in small scale farming and grazing, but the town's abundant water power ensured early industrial development. There were cotton mills, felt makers and boot and shoe manufacturers established in Franklin in the 18th and 19th century, but the dominant industry in the town from 1799 on was the making of straw bonnets, and Franklin became one of the centers of straw bonnet manufacturing.
Franklin renamed itself in 1778 to do honor to Benjamin Franklin. Although over 30 communities in the colonies eventually so honored Franklin, the Massachusetts Town of Franklin was the first to do so. Ambassador Franklin in turn showed his appreciation of the tribute by sending the town a library of 116 volumes which formed the nucleus of a public library. Franklin prides itself on the wide spectrum of architectural styles preserved in the community. Visitors can see handsome Greek revival and Italianate buildings, as well as High Victorian Gothic, Second Empire and Queen Ann, among others.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
34 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
21 |
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8th Grade Math: |
32 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
20 |
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8th Grade Science: |
19 |
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4th Grade Math: |
35 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
57 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,093
Average SAT scores:
1612
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13 to 1
Community
Population:31,381 Median Income in town: $91,384 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 3.8 / 1,000
Violent: 0.3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
114
/ 94
/ 8
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $400,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $424,950
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -6%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,872
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
47
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
52
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$459,000
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Welcome to Mine Brook Village - Franklin's newest single family home community! The Hampton floor plan includes hardwood floors,large eat in kitchen w/gorgeous cabinetry choices and granite counters.Fireplaced family room.Four spacious bedrooms,2.5 baths,master suite with oversized walk in closet and full bath w/double sink, granite counter and tile floor. 2nd floor laundry.Two car garage.Full basement.Choose from 3 floor plans and 7 lots.Pricing according to lot location & floor plan selection.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$239,900
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Well maintained 3+ bedroom cape with finished basement for additional living space! Hardwood floors throughout first floor, wall-to-wall carpeting on second floor, side porch with wall-to-wall provides nice sitting area, fireplace with new liner, newer roof, nicely landscaped and ready for a new owner!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$409,900
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Charm and individuality abounds in this spacious 4 bdrm/2 full bath home. A covered porch welcomes you into the mud and kitchen area with a flowing and open floor plan for easy entertaining year round. The skylit kitchen w/center island leads to a 2 tiered covered deck. A 1st flr bdrm is great for inlaw or office space. Gleaming hwds on the 1st/2nd floor, tilt-in windows, new roof on main house (2011) new pellet stove. Oversized garage (26x34) provides endless storage and work space.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,900
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Custom garrison colonial w/spacious open floor plan, granite kitchen & hardwood floors! Dining room w/walkout bay window & french doors. Four spacious bedrooms including master w/bath. Solid wood doors throughout. Bright & appealing basement room w/built-ins. Vaulted 14x16 screened in porch w/ceiling fan overlooking lush, level yard featuring a pretty grape arbor & large storage shed.Great commuter location in neighborhood adjacent to Dacey's Field Park & an easy walk to Keller/Sullivan School!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$275,000
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Here's your chance to own a home in much sought after Kennedy School District. This split boasts gleaming hdwd floors, a 5yr old 4 season sunroom w/ pine, cath. ceil. hdwd floor & pine walls. Updated furnace & water tank, fin. basement w/ office & fam room w/ wood stove. 3 good sized beds. Town water,sewer,gas. Level, private back yard. Easy access to 495, shopping & train to Boston. Seller will entertain offers between $275,000 and $300,000. Seller to finish painting back of house & fence.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$334,900
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Images of a designer's showroom come to mind as you tour through this beautiful, immaculate home. Open floor plan, warm & inviting. Kitchen offers tons of cabinets, pantry, peninsula & slider that leads to an oversize deck & fenced yard - perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Prime neighborhood location! Close to downtown or to the town common, just in time to enjoy the summer concerts & seasonal festivities Franklin is famous for. Desirable Oak Street school district. Bonus Rm in lower level.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$389,900
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If your dream home wish list includes; wonderful neighborhood location, desirable Kennedy school district, beautiful lot with irrigation system, screened porch with vaulted ceiling & recessed lights, 2 full baths, gorgeous hardwood floors, a fireplace & a two car attached garage.... Here it is, the ONE you have been waiting for. Neutral decor, new carpets & newer appliances makes this the complete dream package. As a gift to the Buyer, a one year AHS home warranty is included.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$200,000
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Very well maintained townhouse, fireplaced living/dining room combination, spacious bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, all fresh paint. New AC and furnace in 2010. Private patio, 1 car attached garage. Enjoy the pool and tennis courts this summer. Rt. 495,commuter train, state forest, YMCA, and shopping are within a mile. Seller will entertain offers between $200,000 - $225,000.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$362,500
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LOCATION, LOCATION! WALK TO THE TRAIN BUT QUIET!!! AT THE END OF A DEAD END STREET SURROUNDED BY CONSERVATION-PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE!! AN OVERSIZED DOUBLE LOT W/ 18X36 IN GROUND POOL(LINER IS 3YRS OLD), BASKETBALL COURT AND FIREPIT AREA. FANTASTIC SUMMER PARTY PLACE! CENTER COLONIAL BUILT IN 1994. 3 BEDROOMS, OPEN FIRST FLOOR WITH BIG KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM AND FAMILY ROOM. VINYL SIDED, CENTRAL AIR AND ROOM FOR A GARAGE! HARVEY WINDOWS, RECESSED LIGHTS, WOOD LAMINATE AND TILE FLOOR
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$279,900
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WONDERFUL UPDATED CAPE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION & LOCATION. LARGE DOUBLE DRIVEWAY & LEVEL YARD. BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED KITCHEN W/ MAPLE CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERS & BREAKFAST BAR GORGEOUS HARDWOODS THRUOUT IN DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM & BEDROOMS. REMODELED 1ST FLOOR FULL BATH. FIRST FLOOR MASTER & 2ND BED ON 1ST FLOOR THAT COULD BE A DEN OR OFFICE. 2 GENEROUS BEDROOMS UPSTAIRS PLUS SITTING AREA, COULD BE FUTURE BATH! WALK OUT BASEMENT READY TO FIN. WALK TO COMMON, SEE FIREWORKS FROM YOUR BACK YARD!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$119,000
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This very desirable third floor, corner unit is priced to sell. One of the larger units in the complex, this condo has 2 very large bdrms, master has enormous walk-in closet and an additional closet, updated full bath, updated kitchen with granite, upgraded wood laminate flooring in kitchen/living room/dining room/hall/bathroom, newer carpet in bedrooms and new A/C unit. Beautiful wooded view, in-ground pool, tennis court, playground and perfect commuter location make this home complete!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$271,900
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GREAT FRANKLIN COLONIAL This property is CORPORATE OWNED, and therefore caution should be exercised by brokers and their clients during any entry and inspection of the premises." Property sold in "AS IS" condition with no warranties, guarantees or representations either expressed or implied by agent or broker being sold " AS IS " *. This property is eligible under the Seller's First Look Initiative through 6/3/12 INSURABLE TITLE ONLY! 1STTIME BUYERS/OWNER OCCUPANTS WANTED!!!! BROKERS WELCOME
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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Dianna Estates*Custom Colonial like no other flr plan in developement*11 RMS/4 BEDRMS/2.5 BATHS*Over 3,300 sq ft Custom features just to many to mention*You have to visit this home to appreciate*2 story Foyer w/Private Office w/built-ins*Large Living Rm/Dining Rm**Large eat-in Kitchen w/new granite counters/back splash, breakfast bar,walk-in Pantry/Laundry Rm*Great Rm w/cathedral ceiling, floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace/custom wood mantle*Double French Drs to Media Rm*Huge Master Bedroom Suite.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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Stately brick front colonial w/stone walls & mature landscaping has great curb appeal. This classic New England home features gleaming hardwoods, curved staircase, formal dining room w/shaded chandelier, front-to-back living room with fireplace and a handsome study. Spacious master bedroom w/organized walk-in closet and 2 more good sized bedrooms w/closets. Convenient location close to the center of town, Dean College & the common. Easy access to shopping, restaurants & 140/495. Move right in!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$274,900
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Renovated cape shows like new with appealing open floor plan, new granite and hardwood kitchen, new tile bath, new cen air, new vinyl siding, fresh paint & many more updates! Beautiful hardwood and tile floors throughout. Front-to-back fireplaced family room on first floor or close french doors to create separate office/3rd bedroom. Two large bedrooms & full bath on 2nd flr. Multi-tiered deck overlooks spacious yard & stone patio, Preferred JFK School district.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$289,900
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Well-maintained raised ranch with 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths in desirable Kennedy School District in Franklin. The main level features 2 great sized bedrooms, open concept kitchen, living, and dining rooms, full bath, large windows, fresh paint, and access to deck overlooking private backyard. The finished lower level boasts huge bedroom, another full bath, laundry area, storage, and oversized family room. Come see this home today!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$279,900
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This ranch has the most beautiful location on the perfect cul de sac located in the desirable Kennedy School District! This well maintained home features hardwood fls. throughout. Updated kitchen w/ breakfast bar and new slider to composite deck overlooking a yard you'll fall in with! Recent updates include freshly painted interior, windows, furnace, shed and composite deck.Partially fin. basement w/ 3/4 updated bath.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$589,900
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Beautiful setting for this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial. Walk through your stunning 2 story foyer into the open concept kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel, cherry cabinets, & sliders to deck overlooking flat, private backyard. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout including the oversized master with walk in closet, sitting area, & bath with jacuzzi tub. Finished basement, office, formal dining room, 2 car garage, convenient location to highway & train, & much, much more!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$900,000
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STATELY BRICK FRONT COLONIAL SET BACK ON BEAUTIFUL 1.97 ACRE LOT - Attention to details throughout this beautiful Custom Built Home! Hardwood Flooring -Oak Stairs -UPGRADED DETAILED TRIM PACKAGE Throughout - French doors - Tray Ceilings - Recessed Lights - OVERSIZED BRICK FIREPLACE - GREAT ROOM with spectacular wall of windows - Custom Built in Wall Units in Both Living Room & Great Room - Front & Rear Stair Case - 4 Bedrooms w/DEDICATED PRIVATE BATHS -BONUS FINISHED LL -Potential In LAW -
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$519,900
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Better than new, meticulously maintained 3,200 sq ft Hip Roof Colonial with additional 650 sq ft in finished, walk-out basement to private back yard patio. Gleaming hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, corian counter tops, stainless steel appliances, fireplace family room, perfect for entertaining. Master suite and second bedroom both have walk-in closets. Third floor walkup attic. Fabulous cul de sac perfect for growing family. Area of Franklin's finest schools. Priced to sell
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