Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Franklin, GA
$374,900Median listing price
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About Franklin
Franklin is the county seat and largest city of Heard County, with 950 residents in the 2020 census. Settled in 1770 and designated seat of the newly formed Heard County in 1831, it was named for Benjamin Franklin — a name it reportedly "stole" from the lower Troup County village that is now West Point, since the name was incorporated by the legislature first.
Home prices in Franklin
The median listing price in Franklin is $374,900.
Top places in Franklin
- The Heard County Courthouse.
- The old Heard County gas station (1938) with its vintage Coca-Cola sign.
- Nearby Lake Franklin and the Chattahoochee River.
Commuting from Franklin
- ~60 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta.
- GA-34 / GA-100 toward I-85 at Newnan.
- Realistic drive to downtown Atlanta: ~60–75 minutes off-peak, 105–150 minutes in rush hour via I-85 N.
- No MARTA rail service; no commuter bus.
Schools in Franklin
Public schools: Heard County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Franklin FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Franklin, GA?
The median listing price in Franklin is $374,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Franklin, GA?
~60 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta. - Which school district serves Franklin, GA?
Franklin is served by Heard County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.