Undeniably Franklin's most iconic residence, Riverview Mansion has stood as a luminary example of grace and splendor for over 120 years. Integral to Franklin's rich history, Riverview has served as the residence of past mayors, physicians, and visionaries. Original portions of the home were built in 1902 by the celebrated Henry Mayberry, with further enhancements in 1940. This opulent home features four generously sized bedrooms and four lavish bathrooms. Overwhelmed with history, every room in this stately home tells a beautiful and unique story. The refined living space is decorated with the home's original wallpaper, a dramatic 360-degree stairwell that elegantly ascends without needing a center pole (a first of its kind) and silk drapes displaying a silent testimony to its splendid past. The formal dining room is furnished with prize-winning pieces from the 1893 Chicago World's Fair Expo, adding a layer of intrigue and culture. Select pieces available for purchase. Not to be overshadowed, the third-floor ballroom was once the venue for enchanting twentieth-century galas. The estate is enriched further with a charming 1800s log cabin, featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, currently used as an income-producing short-term rental. The home’s original smokehouse is on-site as well. The sprawling 15 acres provides a sense of privacy and escape, accommodating a Sears & Roebuck craftsman-style horse barn with ten stalls, complete with a tack room and a spacious hay loft, poised to delight equestrian enthusiasts. Step into a living piece of history, where every corner tells a story, and modern amenities meet historical splendor for a truly unique lifestyle with all of the perks of being in the middle of Historic Downtown Franklin. Please see attachment in doc section for further comprehensive history!
Central Franklin, located between Downtown Franklin and the Cool Springs corridor, is a historic and walkable Franklin neighborhood with brick-lined streets and a courthouse-square rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Public Square at 2nd Ave N and Main St, where galleries, indie boutiques, and patio dining set a steady hum. Architectural cues lean Victorian and early-20th-century cottages alongside restored storefront blocks. The Franklin Theatre anchors evenings with marquee-lit screenings and live sets. Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant and Merridee’s Breadbasket keep the daytime cadence tied to local tables and coffee. Bicentennial Park and the Harpeth River Greenway add shaded loops and river-edge views.
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Market insights
151 Franklin Rd · $12,000,000
SALE-TO-LIST
98.0%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$12,000,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,025,000. (91% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Air filter
Built-in features
Extra closets
High ceilings
Walk-in closets
Wet bar
Partial unfinished basement
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms total
1 main-level bedroom
Bedroom sizes include 16x21, 18x20, 16x20, 16x18
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Double oven
Electric oven
Built-in gas range
Large kitchen (30x20)
Laundry & utility
Air purifier (installed)
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Covered porch
Patio
Balcony
Full fencing
Private lot
Other structures: barn(s), guest house, stable(s), storage
Home design
Single family residence
Historic one-level home
Private topography/setting
Parking
Private parking
Carport for 2 vehicles
2 covered parking spaces (2 total)
Construction
Stone and stucco construction
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
Water available
Other
Approximately 15-acre lot
Electricity and solar
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