About the Author
Meet Bart Franklin
Realtor · Local Expert · Knoxville Enthusiast
As a top agent in Knoxville, I blend professionalism and a personal touch to help your family make the best-informed real estate decisions. My expertise on local insight, data-driven strategies, aggressive but tasteful negotiating, creative targeted marketing, and authentic storytelling make every property stand out in a competitive market — and every client feel confidently at home in their next chapter.
160+
Families Served
6
Years Experience
293048
TN License
Realty Exec.
Executives Associates
Why I Created All Things Knoxville
After helping over 160 families find their home in the Knoxville area, I realized that the hardest part of any move isn't house hunting — it's knowing the area. Which neighborhood has the best schools? Where are the best restaurants? How long is the commute to downtown from Hardin Valley? What does it actually cost to live here?
These are the questions I answer every day for my clients, and I wanted to put those answers somewhere everyone could find them. So I created All Things Knoxville — a comprehensive, honest, and up-to-date guide to living in Knoxville, Tennessee.
This site is not a sales pitch. It's my genuine attempt to be the most helpful resource on the internet for anyone considering a move to Knoxville — or anyone who already lives here and wants to discover more of what this amazing city has to offer.
My Approach
Data-Driven Strategy
Every recommendation I make is backed by real market data — not guesses or gut feelings. I stay on top of the numbers so you don't have to.
Boots-on-the-Ground Local Knowledge
I live here. I eat at these restaurants. My kids go to these schools. When I tell you a neighborhood feels like home, I mean it — because it is.
Honest Communication
I'll tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. That's how you make the best decision — and how I've built a business on referrals and repeat clients.
Relocation Specialist
Relocation clients trust me for my honest, boots-on-the-ground perspective — from comparing neighborhoods and schools to highlighting hidden-gem communities that feel like home the moment you arrive.
Let's Connect
Whether you're 6 months out or just starting to explore the idea, I'd love to help. I'll give you an honest, data-driven perspective on neighborhoods, schools, commute times, and the current market — no pressure, no sales pitch. Just real advice from someone who knows this area inside and out.