Franklin-Rosemary
Walking through time: homes date between the 1800s and present day
Though home styles vary, the pathways, stone walls, leafy trees and absence of high-rises help this historic district retain visual cohesion. It’s common to see students walking along the sidewalks under the neighborhood’s power lines and tall oak trees. Architectural styles range widely from Greek Revival and Federal homes dating back to the 1800s, to 1920s American Craftsmans, to contemporary constructions built as recently as 2023. However, most of the homes were built between the late 19th century and late 20th century. Properties may include detached garages or guest houses. Age and square footage affect prices, which fall between $750,000 and $1.7 million.Going out on Franklin Street
Franklin Street is lined with restaurants and retailers, as well as some businesses that combine the two, such as Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews. This bookstore and café also hosts comedy shows and literary events. TRU, open until midnight on weekends, serves customized sandwiches and salads. Locals can walk to bars like Goodfellows and brunch spots like Carolina Coffee Shop, the town’s oldest restaurant. Varsity Theater, built in 1927, is a small independent venue on Franklin Street where movie-goers can see a film for less than ten dollars. A few streets away, shoppers can get groceries at Harris Teeter or Weaver Street Market, a co-op selling sustainable and local products.Outings at the arboretum, planetarium and Horace Williams House
One of Franklin-Rosemary’s historic homes is the Horace Williams House. It has been preserved as it was when it was built in 1854 for a UNC professor and his family, and today hosts community events and local art exhibitions. On the other side of Franklin Street, locals can explore the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. The planetarium supplements its star shows with exibits, lectures and the popular Science LIVE! series of scientific demonstrations for younger audiences. It borders Coker Arboretum, where residents can stroll amongst plants both native and exotic covering five acres. The paths throughout the arboretum are wheelchair accessible, and leashed pets are welcome to join their two-legged companions. For a deeper immersion into nature, Battle Branch Trail leads to hiking paths within the trees of Battle Park.Chapel Hill’s highly lauded public schools and university
Students in the neighborhood are served by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, which earns an overall rating of A-plus from Niche. Kids may attend Northside Elementary School, rated B-plus on Niche. Phillips Middle, rated A, ranks within the top ten best public middle schools in the state, according to Niche. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district recognized the principal of Phillips Middle School, Tiffany Cheshire, with the Principal of the Year award in 2024. High schoolers may attend East Chapel Hill High, rated A-plus. Students who wish to stay in town for higher education may apply to UNC-Chapel Hill, a nationally recognized public research university. Other highly regarded universities in the area include Duke University in Durham and North Carolina State University in Raleigh.Getting around Chapel Hill
Residents have nearby access to Route 86, known locally as M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard, which bisects Chapel Hill. Buses stop along Franklin Street, transporting passengers to UNC Medical Center and other nearby destinations via Chapel Hill Transit. Franklin-Rosemary is 20 miles from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
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Laura Copan
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Johnny Chappell
Johnny Chappell
Compass -- Raleigh
(984) 276-2674
857 Total Sales
1 in Franklin-Rosemary
$2,700,000 Price
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Rob Zelem
Rob Zelem
LPT Realty, LLC
(844) 579-1486
147 Total Sales
1 in Franklin-Rosemary
$2,100,000 Price
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Tina Caul
Tina Caul
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty LLC
(984) 205-4094
2,891 Total Sales
2 in Franklin-Rosemary
$934K - $975K Price Range
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Steve Doyle
Steve Doyle
Responds QuicklyNewStone Realty, LLC
(984) 364-8944
113 Total Sales
1 in Franklin-Rosemary
$1,350,000 Price
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Pamela Racz-Tucker
Pamela Racz-Tucker
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty, LLC
(551) 291-2355
83 Total Sales
1 in Franklin-Rosemary
$490,000 Price
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Gretchen Castorina
Gretchen Castorina
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
(984) 364-8691
100 Total Sales
1 in Franklin-Rosemary
$2,000,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Franklin-Rosemary | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Franklin-Rosemary Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Franklin-Rosemary, Chapel Hill sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Franklin-Rosemary, Chapel Hill over the last 12 months is $1,175,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,400,000
Median Sale Price
$1,175,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,525,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
14%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$510
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
168
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1937
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,584
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,040
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,246
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
560
Median Age
28
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,555
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,602
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
73.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
46.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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