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Brookdale Franklin

Brookdale Franklin is an independent living community in Franklin, TN.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring elegant curtains and soft lighting.

  • Decor

    Elegant dining room with neatly arranged tables, chairs, and chandeliers.

  • Living Room

    A cozy communal living room with comfortable seating and large windows.

  • Building

    The entrance of a building with brick walls and columns under an awning.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, large window, and elegant decor.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room with a blue sofa, desk, and plant by the window.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, illuminated by chandeliers.

  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with a small round table and two chairs.

  • Lighting

    A quiet meeting room with tables and chairs, decorated with artwork and a bookshelf.

  • Garden

    A cozy outdoor patio with rocking chairs and a table set under an umbrella, adjacent to a brick building.

  • Chandelier

    A spacious dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring elegant chandeliers and a patterned carpet.

  • Seating

    An empty theater room with rows of seats facing a screen.

  • Appliances

    A cozy kitchen with a small wooden table and two chairs, surrounded by modern appliances and wooden cabinets.

  • Wall Art

    A well-lit conference room with multiple tables and chairs, adorned with artwork and a bookshelf.

910 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 108 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Brookdale Franklin Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Franklin offers competitive pricing for senior living accommodations when compared to both Williamson County and the state of Tennessee. The cost for a studio apartment at Brookdale Franklin is $3,255 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,740 and slightly below the statewide average of $3,485. For those seeking a one-bedroom option, Brookdale Franklin's rate of $3,615 is more affordable than the Williamson County figure of $4,261 while remaining close to the state's average of $3,592. Similarly, two-bedroom units at Brookdale Franklin are priced at $4,310 - significantly less than Williamson County's average of $5,019 and higher than Tennessee's statewide average of $3,962. Overall, Brookdale Franklin presents an attractive value within its market segment, providing quality living options that offer substantial savings relative to local and state averages.

Floor plansBrookdale FranklinWilliamson CountyTennessee
Studio$3,255$3,740$3,485
1 Bedroom$3,615$4,261$3,592
2 Bedrooms$4,310$5,019$3,962

Overall Review of Brookdale Franklin

common 40 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness and caring stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as friendly, attentive, and genuinely supportive.

Across many reviews, people mention staff who feel welcoming and responsive, with families emphasizing peace of mind when help is needed. Several residents say staff treat them with dignity and respect, stay engaged socially, and follow up when concerns come up. A few reviews also point out specific moments of support outside day-to-day care, like help during illness and proactive communication with families.

common 23 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining gets strong praise

Dining is frequently described as enjoyable, including restaurant-style meals and room-to-table flexibility.

Many reviewers call out the quality of the food and the variety of menu options, with multiple mentions of soups, salads, entrƩes, and desserts. Several also describe dining-room service and note the experience feels more like a restaurant than a cafeteria. While a few residents mention food could be better or criticize quality at times, the overall pattern remains that meals are a consistent highlight.

  • A spacious dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring elegant chandeliers and a patterned carpet.
  • Elegant dining room with neatly arranged tables, chairs, and chandeliers.
  • A cozy kitchen with a small wooden table and two chairs, surrounded by modern appliances and wooden cabinets.
common 18 reviews mention this

Activities and social life feel built-in

Reviews frequently highlight an active daily schedule and a strong sense of social connection.

Residents describe having plenty to do, from scheduled daily activities to classes, game time, and group outings. Some reviews mention religious devotional options and off-site or day-trip activities, and others highlight seasonal events and community traditions. Multiple people also describe the community atmosphere as supportiveā€”residents interact, look out for each other, and donā€™t feel stuck in their rooms.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Rent increases are the main downside

Several reviews raise concerns about affordability, especially rising rent over time.

A recurring concern is that rent increases can make the total cost hard to sustain. Some reviewers connect higher pricing to their decision process or the change in affordability after move-in. A smaller set of reviews also frames value negatively, pointing to what they felt residents were getting for the money.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Independent living fit varies by needs

Because itā€™s positioned as independent living, some reviewers say it may not work well if needs increase.

At least one review notes the community is for people who can function independently, and suggests residents who require more care could find it limiting. Another review describes their loved one as fully functional and emphasizes how the community matched that level of ability. Together, the comments point to the importance of matching the community to current needs.

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Features

Housing

  • 191 resident community capacity 191 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Nashville International (17 miles away) Nashville International (17 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, this area offers a variety of healthcare options including Vanderbilt Interventional Pulmonology Franklin and Williamson Medical Center within just 1.3 miles. There are various restaurants nearby such as Chick-Fil-A, Nacho's Mexican Restaurant, and Waffle House for convenient dining options. Places of worship like Church of the City and St Philip Catholic Church provide spiritual support. Additionally, parks like Pinkerton Park offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy are easily accessible for medication needs. With cafes such as Starbucks and Frothy Monkey nearby, residents can enjoy a cup of coffee while socializing with friends or family. Overall, this area in Franklin provides a blend of healthcare services, dining options, spiritual support, outdoor activities, and amenities that cater to seniors looking for a comfortable living environment.

Physicians

  • Vanderbilt Interventional Pulmonology Franklin (0.1 miles)
  • Sanctuary Functional Medicine (0.9 miles)
  • Donelson Family Practice At Franklin (1.2 miles)
  • Tennessee Maternal Fetal Medicine (1.2 miles)
  • Center For Pelvic Health (1.2 miles)
  • Vanderbilt Children's Neurology Franklin (1.3 miles)
  • Williamson Medical Center (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
  • Nacho's Mexican Restaurant (0.8 miles)
  • Waffle House (0.9 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1.2 miles)
  • Shake Shack (1.7 miles)
  • Culver's (2.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of the City (0.3 miles)
  • St Philip Catholic Church (1.5 miles)
  • Fellowship Bible Church - Brentwood Campus (5.7 miles)
  • Brentwood United Methodist Church (8.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Franklin Family Pharmacy CBD Products (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Pinkerton Park (1.2 miles)
  • Crocket Park (6 miles)
  • Owl Creek Park (8.9 miles)
  • Percy Warner Park (10.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • Frothy Monkey (1.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Vanderbilt University (5.1 miles)

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