Franklin City Property Records in North Carolina

Franklin property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, taxes, transfers, mortgages, liens, and recorded plans for real estate in Franklin, Massachusetts. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Town of Franklin Assessor’s Office, which maintains property cards, valuation data, and tax maps. Official recorded land documents—such as deeds, mortgages, releases, and subdivision plans—are available from the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, either online or in person. For registered land matters, users may also need records connected to the Massachusetts Land Court and the Registry’s registered land section. Tax payment information may be obtained from the Town of Franklin Treasurer/Collector’s Office, while zoning, permits, and building-related property records may be available through the Town of Franklin Building Department or Town of Franklin Planning Department.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$43,991
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$190,600
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,086
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.57%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$738 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
56%
Population
Population:
4,221

Franklin Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Franklin, North Carolina. It provides counts for reported violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The data shows no reported murders or robberies and 7 assaults. For property crimes, it shows 127 total property crimes, with 34 burglaries and 8 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category, which helps readers understand the types of reported crime in Franklin and how often each type appears in the data.

Robberies
Robberies:
0
Burglary
Burglary:
34
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
8
Theft
Theft:
85
Assault
Assault:
7
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
4

What Is the Population Profile of Franklin

This section shows the racial and ethnic composition of Franklin, with population counts and percentages for each group. The three largest groups are White at 72% (3,059 residents), Hispanic at 17% (734 residents), and Two + Races at 8% (328 residents). The data also includes Black at 2% (83), Asian at 0.31% (13), American Indian at 0.10% (4), Other Race at 0% (0), and Pacific Islander at 0% (0).

White
72%
3,059
Hispanic
17%
734
Two + Races
8%
328
Black
2%
83
Asian
0.31%
13
American Indian
0.10%
4
Other Race
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Franklin, Ratings Compared Across North Carolina B

The ratings below cover different aspects of life in Franklin, such as retirement, diversity, schools, and cost of living. The highest-rated categories are Good for Retirees, rated A, Diversity, rated A-, and Public Schools, rated B+. Other notable ratings include Walkability (C+), Access to Bars (C), and Access to Parks (C). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Franklin.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B
Nightlife
Nightlife
B-
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
C
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A-
Good for Families
Good for Families
B
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B-
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
B-
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Franklin

Franklin's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (22%), Some College (19%), and Below High School (19%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
22%
Below High School
19%
Some College
19%
Bachelor Degree
15%
Associate Degree
12%
Masters Degree
6%
Doctorate
0.93%

When Were Homes Built

Franklin's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1980 - 1999 (42%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (25%) and 2000 - Present (17%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1980 - 1999
42%
1960 - 1979
25%
2000 - Present
17%
Before 1939
8%
1940 - 1959
8%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Franklin's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (41%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (34%) and 4 Bedrooms (8%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
41%
2 Bedrooms
34%
No Bedrooms
8%
4 Bedrooms
8%
1 Bedroom
7%
5 or More Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

Franklin's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (25%), 55 - 64 (16%), and 45 - 54 (12%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
25%
55 - 64
16%
45 - 54
12%
10 - 17
11%
35 - 44
11%
18 - 24
10%
Under 10
9%
25 - 34
7%

Property Market Trends at Franklin

Franklin's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $190,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $738 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Franklin's dynamic real estate landscape.

Franklin Assessor Office

Macon County Tax Administrator

Street:
5 West Main Street
City:
Franklin
County:
Macon
State:
NC
Zip Code:
28734
Phone:
828-349-2143
Fax:
-
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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