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Middle Tennessee, Davidson County, Maury County, East/Southeast
Just a short 10-minute drive from Nashville and access to three major interstates, Brentwood’s rolling hills are home to many Fortune 500 companies located both in Maryland Farms and Cool Springs, although you wouldn’t know it given the large number of lush green parks and nature areas the city boasts. Located in Williamson County, one of the wealthiest and fastest-growing counties in the state, Brentwood is home to award-winning schools that receive some of the highest ratings in the state and excellent government services.
Brentwood.
Located 30 minutes south of Nashville in Williamson County, Franklin is home to major corporate headquarters, historical attractions, a lively music scene, an abundance of shopping and plenty of parks and green space. The Downtown Franklin Historic District was named one of the Top 10 Great Neighborhoods by the American Preservation Association. Franklin is also known for its quality schools, with its students routinely achieving some of the top test scores among the state.
Franklin.
Nolensville.
Nolensville is a small community south of Nashville in the northeast corner of Williamson County. The town has attracted families for generations, not just for its beautiful landscape, but also for its convenient location, inclusion in Williamson County, and its low property tax rates. The storybook town makes you feel far from it all, but is just a few miles from Nashville, Franklin, and Smyrna, making it an easy commute in nearly any direction.
Thompson's Station, a rural city just south of Nashville in Williamson County, is one of the most inviting small towns in Tennessee. With beautiful scenery, access to some of the best schools in the state, and the conveniences of nearby larger cities, it might be the best-kept secret in Williamson County.
Thompson’s Station.
Located west of Franklin and north of Interstate-840 in Williamson County, Leipers Fork is far from it all but still convenient to all the perks of larger towns. The Natchez Trace runs through the small, rural community, meaning much of the area will remain untouched from development thanks to preservation by the state park system.
Leiper’s Fork.
Fairview is one of the fastest-growing communities in Williamson County and has managed to retain its small-town charm. Settled southwest of Davidson County and just outside of Franklin, it’s becoming a popular choice in Williamson County for people looking for small town, country living, while still being a reasonable distance from Nashville and other neighboring cities. Fairview features a long list of things to do, such as attending special events, getting involved in the arts, learning about local history, dining at independent restaurants, and staying active at local parks!
