Living in Avalon, Franklin TN: Gated Estates, The Meade, and Schools

by Nik Shewmaker

What is Avalon in Franklin, TN? Avalon is a gated community in the Cool Springs area of Franklin, off Cool Springs Boulevard East, with estate homes on large lots, the townhomes and smaller homes of The Meade of Avalon, a clubhouse, pool, trails, and Arthurian street names like Road of the Round Table.

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What Avalon Is Like

Avalon has two distinct parts. The Meade of Avalon, built mostly from about 2006 to 2012, has townhomes and detached homes of roughly 2,500 to 3,900 square feet in brick, stone, and fiber cement. The estate sections have custom homes of about 4,000 to more than 14,000 square feet on lots from about one acre to more than eight acres. Bedrooms range from 3 to 7. Streets carry names from Arthurian legend, including Road of the Round Table, King Arthur Circle, Excalibur Court, Lionheart Court, Canterbury Rise, and Pennystone Circle.

The community is gated and has a clubhouse, pool, playground, park, walking trails, sidewalks, and a clocktower. Smith Park is within walking distance of the Pennystone Circle end of the neighborhood, and Cool Springs Galleria, Mallory Lane, and I-65 are a few minutes away.

Avalon Quick Facts

LocationFranklin, TN 37067 (Williamson County), off Cool Springs Boulevard East
EntranceGated
SectionsThe Meade of Avalon and the estate sections
Home sizesAbout 2,500 sq ft in The Meade to 14,000+ sq ft estates, 3 to 7 bedrooms
Lot sizesSmall lots in The Meade; about 1 to 8+ acres in the estate sections
AmenitiesClubhouse, pool, playground, park, trails, sidewalks
HOAYes; amount varies by section
SchoolsClovercroft Elementary, Woodland Middle, Ravenwood High (Williamson County Schools, 2026-27 zone map)

Frequently Asked Questions About Avalon

Is Avalon in Franklin gated?

Yes. Avalon is a gated community off Cool Springs Boulevard East in Franklin.

What is The Meade of Avalon?

The Meade of Avalon is the section with townhomes and smaller detached homes on lower-maintenance lots, built mostly from about 2006 to 2012. The rest of Avalon is made up of custom estate homes on larger lots.

Is Avalon in Franklin the same as Avalon in Murfreesboro?

No. This Avalon is the gated community in Franklin, ZIP code 37067. There is a separate Avalon subdivision in Murfreesboro, so check the city when you search.

Does Avalon have an HOA?

Yes. The HOA covers the gate, clubhouse, pool, and common areas, and dues vary by section. Ask me for the current figures on any home you're considering.

What schools serve Avalon?

On the Williamson County Schools 2026-27 zone map, Avalon homes are zoned for Clovercroft Elementary, Woodland Middle, and Ravenwood High. Zones can change, so confirm with the district for a specific address.

How much do homes cost in Avalon?

Prices vary with home type, size, updates, and lot. The live listings update automatically, and I'm happy to send you a report on recent Avalon sales.

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