Historic Downtown Commercial Building at Public Auction
Courthouse Annex Building-County Clerk and P.V.A. Offices
Monday, June 15 @ 4:00 PM CT
103 West Cedar Street Franklin, Ky 42134
Live On-Site Auction w/ Simulcast Bidding Available
Live On-Site Auction starts at 4:00pm CT
Open House: Tuesday, May 26 1-3:00 PM or by Appointment.
Online Bidding Opens: Thursday, June 11, 2026 @ 9:00 PM CT
Online Bidding Ends: Monday, June 15th, 2026 @ 5:00 PM CT
(Online bidding will continue through the live auction event)
HiBid platform runs on Eastern Time Zone. Please note time difference of live auction event

An exceptional opportunity awaits with this historic late-1800s commercial property ideally located in the heart of downtown. Rich in history and community presence, the building has been home to a variety of successful retail and professional service businesses throughout the years, most recently serving as the offices of Franklin Bank & Trust Company (1957-1991) and the Simpson County Clerk & P.V.A. offices (1991-2026). Offering approximately 4,915ï¿½ square feet, this versatile property presents outstanding potential for investment, professional offices, retail space, redevelopment, or future business expansion. Containing approximately 4,915ï¿½ square feet, the property offers 3,175 square feet on the main level and 1,740 square feet on the second floor. The main level previously operated as the County Clerkï¿½s office, accommodating title, registration, and deed services, while the second floor served as the PVA offices. Both floors feature a practical and versatile layout with private offices, open and cubicle style workspaces, restrooms, kitchen or kitchenette facilities, mechanical rooms, and generous storage areas to support a wide variety of commercial uses. Accessibility to the second floor is provided by both an elevator and staircase, while a front entry vestibule creates a welcoming entrance (handicap accessible) for clients and visitors. Further enhancing the propertyï¿½s appeal are two walk-in safes, one of which remains operational, providing a unique feature. Additional alley access offers another entry point of ingress and egress into the building.

A ten percent (10%) non-refundable deposit on sale day by certified funds, personal or business check with photo ID, or bank wire transfer payable to United Country Heartland Realty & Auction, LLC, with execution of the Real Estate Sales and Purchase Contract. Online buyers must submit the ten percent (10%) down payment by wire transfer within seventy-two (72) hours following the auction.with balance due on or before Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Possession with delivery of deed, real estate taxes will be prorated at closing. A ten percent (10%) buyers premium will be added to the final bid price to establish the real estate sales and purchase contract selling price. There are no contingencies whatsoever, including financing, appraisals nor inspection. Real estate is selling “As is” and we encourage your inspections and personal due diligence, prior to bidding! Announcements made the day of sale take precedence over all prior advertising, and buyers are encouraged to complete all inspections and due diligence prior to bidding.

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