#2820240, Axel Reed, Listing Office: Luxury Homes International
224 3rd Ave S Franklin, TN 37064
Property details
About 224 3rd Ave S
The Saunders-Marshall-Wright House is one of the most historic homes in downtown Franklin and dates to 1805. The Federal-style home includes; Primary-on-the-main, seven fireplaces, room additions, attached two-car garage, separate fully renovated guest house with attached garage. The home is also handicap-accessible. An L-shaped swimming pool with beach entry compliments expansive side and backyards which include fountains and a beautifully landscaped traditional English garden. The elegant foyer opens to a handcrafted stair case featuring original poplar steps and oak railing. Original ash floors grace the fully renovated interior including kitchen and baths, which tastefully blend with its historic character and design. The columned front porch adds a Greek Revival touch to the otherwise classic Federal design. GUEST HOUSE NOT INCLUDED IN SQUARE FOOTAGE. History: The home was built by Reverend Turner Saunders in 1805 and later purchased by Judge John Marshall in 1845 where it remained in his family for five generations. Judge Marshall’s son, Park, was a well-known local historian and Mayor of both Franklin and Nashville. The home was crafted by ship builders from hewn lumber and the brick was made on site. The southern wall of the home received a direct cannon ball strike in 1864 during the Civil War's Battle of Franklin and served as a General’s Quarters and field hospital. The cannon ball and original Armoire’s remain with the home.
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- MLS Number: 2813646
- MLS Name: REALTRAC
- Office Name: Pilkerton Realtors
- Listing Agent: Sarah A. Kilgore
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 15, 2010 | Home Sold | $1,112,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $463,650 | $12,617 |
2022 | $463,650 | $12,617 |
2021 | $463,650 | $12,617 |
2020 | $357,550 | $12,617 |
2019 | $357,550 | $11,286 |
2018 | $357,550 | $11,107 |
2017 | $357,550 | $11,072 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Johnson Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.8 mi
•815 Glass Ln
5
Liberty Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.9 mi
•600 Liberty Pike
6
Freedom Intermediate School
Public District 5-6
1.0 mi
•840 Glass Ln
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,500. Most Franklin, TN residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 224 3rd Ave S
This home is located at 224 3rd Ave S in Franklin, TN and zip code 37064. This 4,742 square foot home, which was built in 1805, sits on a 0.51 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,950,000.
While more than 22 listings in Franklin, TN in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 46 listings sold at asking price, and more than 87 were sold below. In March 2025 in Franklin, TN there were 13% more homes for sale than in February. Listings spent 42 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $891,585 during the same period.