Franklin County, formed in 1779, covers about 494 square miles northeast of Raleigh and has about 82,000 residents according to recent Census Bureau estimates. The southern part of the county near Youngsville and Franklinton has seen a lot of new construction, while much of the rest of the county is farmland, acreage and lake communities.
Louisburg (county seat), Youngsville and Franklinton, plus Bunn, Centerville and the Lake Royale community, which extends into Nash County.
Public schools are part of Franklin County Schools. Confirm the assignment for any address with the district before you buy.
As of November 2026, about 500 homes are for sale in Franklin County, from roughly $80,000 to about $2.95 million. The average list price is around $529,000 for about 2,380 square feet.
Figures come from current MLS listings on this site, are rounded and change daily.
Scott Hoffman and The Hoffman Realty Group at Keller Williams Legacy help buyers and sellers throughout Franklin County, including land and acreage properties, with more than 30 years of experience and more than 780 listings sold. Contact Scott at 919-740-0379, get your home value, or see all the areas we serve.
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QUICK CLOSED HOME - Discover the sought-after Litchfield floorplan featuring 3 bedrooms,2.5 baths, and 1 car garage in prime Franklinton location. The spacious family roo...
SPACIOUS 5-BEDROOM HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL FENCED BACKYARD IN YOUNGSVILLE! Welcome to this spacious 5-bedroom home in the desirable Youngsville area! Offering plenty of room ...
QUICK CLOSED HOME - Discover the sought-after Litchfield floorplan featuring 3 bedrooms,2.5 baths, and 1 car garage in prime Franklinton location. The spacious family roo...
Amazing residence in Kendal Forest offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with an attached two-car garage on over half acre lot. The single-story open layout includes vaulted ceiling...
Enjoy the opportunity to own a property with room to spread out in the Youngsville area! Situated on approximately 1.27 acres, this property offers the benefit of outdoor...
This beautifully updated brick ranch home features new engineered wood floors throughout the main living areas and plush new carpet in the bedrooms. The kitchen has been ...
Located 5 minutes from Downtown Youngsville and set on a generous 0.69-acre lot, this updated bungalow checks box after box and pairs easy one-level living with plenty of...
Lovely ranch home on a cul-de-sac with light-filled rooms is just waiting for you to make it "home"! The generous backyard is fully fenced with quality vinyl planks and ...
Welcome to 75 Sawgrass Lane, an exceptional offering by Ken Harvey Homes on a 0.91-acre homesite in Glenn Meadows. Framed by an Aberdeen mahogany entry door, this 4-bedro...
Spacious living, thoughtful details, and a peaceful wooded setting! Gorgeous hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and built-ins in the living room create a warm and i...
This single-story Franklinton ranch, built in 2018, offers a functional layout with high ceilings across the main living area. A fireplace anchors the main living area, a...
Beautifully maintained home nestled in a peaceful subdivision surrounded by mature woods. This inviting property offers a serene setting, thoughtful upkeep, and a warm, w...
Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .
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