Franklinton is a growing town with new homes and businesses
In the west end of Franklin County lies the small town of Franklinton, known for its growing suburban communities and a significant land market in its outlying areas. The town has added new developments recently, including new restaurants and shops downtown and improvements to existing parks and infrastructure. Lot sizes of homes get larger as residents drive further out from the suburbs, with much of Franklinton's outer rim filled with dense Carolina trees and undeveloped lots. Greg and Wendy Dyer, a local Realtor team with Julie Wright Realty Group, say, "Franklinton is a growing community; developments like Woodland Park are great to move to since it's a custom home builder neighborhood."
Downtown Franklinton has a good mix of shops and restaurants.
The town of Franklinton is located in Franklin County, NC.
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Tacos, steaks and drinks downtown
In downtown Franklinton, locals can browse at Archer + Pratt, a local craft shop with home décor, furniture and other gifts. Franklinton Square Shopping Center features two restaurants, a Family Dollar and a Food Lion for groceries. Greg and Wendy Dyer say, "The town has a lot of nice restaurants; people come all the way from Wake Forest to eat in Franklinton." Residents have several local restaurants to choose from, like Toros Tacos + Tequila, serving al pastor tacos, tamales and spirits. There's also Franko's Italian Steakhouse and The Slammer Speakeasy, a prohibition-themed bar. The nearby town of Wake Forest also has a quaint downtown district with spots like Broadsides, a piano bar, and the Wake Forest Coffee Company. A Walmart is 9 miles east of town in neighboring Louisburg.
Toros Tacos + Tequila is a Mexican restaurant located in downtown Franklinton, NC.
You can find local crafts and home decor at Archer + Pratt.
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Suburban homes with new townhomes in development
Franklinton's modest suburban streets are dotted with compact bungalows, ramblers and New Traditional homes. There are more sidewalks in the walkable downtown area, but not as many in the more rural surrounding areas. Straight driveways and multi-car garages are common features for many homes. Many new construction single-family homes and townhouses are also on the market. Several new townhouse developments are under construction, including the Essex Townes subdivision along Main Street. Single-family homes in Franklinton range from $250,000 to $700,000.
The town of Franklinton is full of southern charm and culture.
Living in Franklinton offers residents a suburban rural mix feel.
Franklinton has easy access to bigger cities such as Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
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Local churches and town events
The town has numerous houses of worship, including First United Church of Christ and the Franklinton United Methodist Church, which offers daycare services and a food pantry to help community members in need. In the spring, summer and fall, the town puts on Story in the Park at Texaco Station Park, where parents and kids can enjoy storybook readings on the grass lawn. The Carolina Manor House also hosts Music at the Manor, a popular summer concert series.
Franklinton Park and Texaco Station Park are family-friendly
Franklinton Park is a public 22-acre park with a newly remodeled playground, benches and a light walking trail. Texaco Station Park is a community gathering space with a grass seating area and a small amphitheater built from an old gas station. Locals often meet there to catch live music. Olde Liberty Golf Club is a private, 18-hole championship course through Carolina trees, just an 8-mile drive west from Franklinton.
Franklinton Park has a playground, running trail, baseball field and much more.
Franklinton Park is located just outside of the downtown area.
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Franklinton High School offers career prep opportunities
Franklin County Schools is the main district serving the town. Nearby options include Franklinton Elementary and Franklinton High School, which both have B-ratings from Niche, while Franklinton Middle gets a C. Franklinton High also features a Career and Technical Education program, a pathway for students to prepare for college and careers in fields such as entrepreneurship and business, digital design, and agricultural science.
Franklinton High School has a student population of almost 1,200 students.
Franklinton Elementary School has a student population of just over 500 students.
Franklinton Middle School has a student population of almost 300 students.
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Commuters can reach Raleigh or Wake Forest in under an hour
Driving is the best way to get around, considering the lack of public transit. Wake Forest is a 10-mile drive south of home, or about 15 minutes away. U.S. Route 1 runs north-south through Franklinton, leading to downtown Raleigh after 27 miles. Duke Raleigh Hospital is a 22-mile drive south, while the Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 32 miles from home and offers domestic and international flights.
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