The iconic Saunders-Marshall-Wright House is the original brick home in Historic Downtown Franklin and dates to 1805. It is prominently located on prestigious 3rd Avenue South and is only one block from the town square. This stately home was extraordinarily well-constructed by master craftsmen to stand the test of time and it certainly has for the past 220 years while
becoming even more beautiful and refined. The Federal-style home opens to a stunning foyer featuring 12 ft. soaring ceilings and an elegant handcrafted stair case with original poplar steps and oak railing. Original 1” thick tongue-in-groove ash floors grace the interior which was fully renovated by Tallman Enterprises and includes: Primary-on-the-main with luxurious ensuite featuring a heated Carrera marble floor, bidet, large air jet soaking tub, spacious walk-in marble shower with heated towel bar, custom walnut vanity and cabinets, and custom designed walk-in closet. The open and naturally lit chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, subzero refrigerator, Dacor six burner gas range, warming drawer, and new wall oven and dishwasher. The home also features a spacious 28x21’ den with an impressive stone wood-burning fireplace (2016), an attached 2.5 car garage includes additional storage and private driveway (replaced 2025), separate fully renovated (2021) walk-in guest house with complete kitchen and attached garage. A beach-entry L-shaped swimming pool (2013) compliments beautifully landscaped front, side and backyards which include fountains and a charming traditional English garden. The home has seven fireplaces and is handicap-accessible. GUEST
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Price cut: $400K (6/16)
$3,850,000
224 3rd Ave S, Franklin, TN 37064
4beds
4,742sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1805
0.51 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$812/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Seven fireplacesFederal-style homeWarming drawerCustom designed walk-in closetCharming traditional english gardenSubzero refrigeratorPrimary-on-the-main with luxurious ensuite
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sarah A. Kilgore 615-948-1887,
MERIT Real Estate Advisors 615-690-7700,
Cole Kilgore 615-351-2252,
MERIT Real Estate Advisors
Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3194229
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Suite
- Level: Suite
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bath
- Level: Bath
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x17
Bedroom 3
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bath
- Level: Bath
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x13
Dining room
- Features: Formal
- Level: Formal
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x17
Kitchen
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x17
Living room
- Features: Formal
- Level: Formal
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x16
Other
- Features: Utility Room
- Level: Utility Room
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x8
Recreation room
- Features: Second Floor
- Level: Second Floor
- Area: 651 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31x21
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Gas Range, Double Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Extra Closets, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: None,Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,742
- Total interior livable area: 4,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,742
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Exterior Wheelchair Lift
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Dimensions: 113 x 198
Details
- Parcel number: 094078C G 01900 00009078C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1805
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Historic Downtown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $812/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,579,500
- Annual tax amount: $12,617
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $3,850,000-9.4%$812/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000$896/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listing removed | $4,250,000$896/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $4,250,000-5.5%$896/sqft |
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| 6/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,495,000-9.2%$948/sqft |
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| 6/3/2025 | Listing removed | $4,950,000$1,044/sqft |
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| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,950,000+280.8%$1,044/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2011 | Listing removed | $1,300,000+16.9%$274/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2010 | Sold | $1,112,500-14.4%$235/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000-10.3%$274/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2009 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$306/sqft |
Source: John M. Green REALTORS #1123653 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2009 | Price change | $1,450,000-2.4%$306/sqft |
Source: John M. Green REALTORS #1123653 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2009 | Price change | $1,485,000+2.4%$313/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000-2.4%$306/sqft |
Source: John M. Green, REALTORS #1123653 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2009 | Listing removed | $1,485,000$313/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,485,000$313/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,465 +40.7% | $894,875 +93% |
| 2024 | $13,127 +4% | $463,650 |
| 2023 | $12,617 | $463,650 |
| 2022 | $12,617 | $463,650 |
| 2021 | $12,617 +9.4% | $463,650 +29.7% |
| 2020 | $11,536 | $357,550 |
| 2019 | $11,536 +2.2% | $357,550 |
| 2018 | $11,286 | $357,550 |
| 2017 | $11,286 | $357,550 |
| 2016 | -- | $357,550 +21.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $294,750 |
| 2014 | -- | $294,750 |
| 2013 | -- | $294,750 +2.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $286,450 |
| 2011 | -- | $286,450 +29% |
| 2006 | $7,691 +16.8% | $222,026 +39.6% |
| 2005 | $6,583 +2.7% | $159,007 |
| 2004 | $6,408 -4.3% | $159,007 |
| 2002 | $6,694 | $159,007 +22% |
| 2001 | -- | $130,304 -60.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $329,914 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Central Franklin
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Johnson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Freedom Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Freedom Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin Elementary
- Middle: Freedom Middle School
- High: Franklin High School
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