Living in Hincheyville, Franklin TN: Historic Homes Near Downtown

What is Hincheyville in Franklin, TN? Hincheyville is a historic neighborhood just west of downtown Franklin along West Main Street and Fair Street, laid out in 1819 as Franklin's first residential addition, with homes dating from about 1828 to the 1930s. It has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1982.

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What Hincheyville Is Like

Hincheyville was subdivided into town lots in 1819 and named for Hinchey Petway, and most of its homes were built in the late 1800s. The architecture spans Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, Victorian, Foursquare, Bungalow, and Tudor Revival styles, mostly one and two stories in brick, frame, or stone. The district runs along West Main Street and Fair Street between roughly Fifth Avenue and Eleventh Avenue.

Landmarks include St. Paul's Episcopal Church, built in the early 1830s, and the historic Whitehall home. Main Street's shops, restaurants, and the Franklin Theatre are a short walk away, so living in Hincheyville puts you right next to everything downtown Franklin offers.

Historic Zoning in Hincheyville

Hincheyville is one of the local districts in Franklin's Historic Preservation Overlay. Exterior changes such as additions, new buildings, window and siding work, roofs, fences, and demolition generally need a Certificate of Appropriateness from the city's Historic Zoning Commission, while some minor work can be approved by city staff. If you're planning updates, I can walk you through what to check before you buy.

Hincheyville Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions About Hincheyville

Where is Hincheyville in Franklin?

Hincheyville is just west of downtown Franklin along West Main Street and Fair Street, between roughly Fifth Avenue and Eleventh Avenue, within walking distance of Main Street.

How old are the homes in Hincheyville?

Homes in Hincheyville date from about 1828 to the 1930s, with most built in the late 1800s.

Do I need approval to renovate a home in Hincheyville?

Often, yes. Hincheyville is in Franklin's Historic Preservation Overlay, so many exterior changes need a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Zoning Commission. Interior work and in-kind repairs are usually simpler. Check with the city before you plan a project.

What schools serve Hincheyville?

On the 2026-27 zone map, Hincheyville is in the Franklin Special School District for elementary and middle school, and high school students attend Franklin High in Williamson County Schools. Confirm zoning for a specific address.

Why is it called Hincheyville?

The neighborhood is named for Hinchey Petway, whose land was subdivided into town lots in 1819, making it Franklin's first residential addition.

How much do homes cost in Hincheyville?

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

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Hincheyville?

I track every listing and sale in Hincheyville. Get new listings sent to you the day they hit the market, or ask me what your home is worth today. Call or text Nik Shewmaker at (615) 585-0022.

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