Lennar announced it will build its first-ever community in Smithfield, North Carolina, bringing beautifully designed, affordably priced new Lennar homes to the suburbs of Raleigh. With a grand opening expected in early 2024, Franklin Townes will offer self-guided tours for home shoppers to explore during extended hours. Interested homebuyers are invited to join the interest list today.

Franklin Townes will offer two brand new, two-story townhome designs spanning 1,437 to 1,581 square feet, with three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. The homes will feature bright open-concept designs with generous living spaces, modern kitchens, comfortable bedrooms, lavish owner's suites with walk-in closets, and an attached 1-car garage. Pricing at Franklin Townes begins in the high $200,000s.

All homes come complete with Lennar's signature Everything's Included® program, which provides popular features at no additional cost to the homebuyer. At Franklin Townes, these features include stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile backsplash, durable granite countertops, glass-enclosed shower with tile surround, and engineered vinyl plank flooring. Homes also come with the latest in home automation including Ring video doorbells, keyless entries and smart thermostats.

Residents at Franklin Townes will enjoy a walking trail, community gathering space and pergola, playground area and dog park. All lawns are fully maintained and many homesites back up to a protective tree buffer, providing privacy and serenity. Franklin Townes is located minutes from Highway 70 and Interstate 95, placing commuting residents within a 30-minute drive to downtown Raleigh.

The community is minutes from historic downtown Smithfield, offering neighborhood shopping, dining and outdoor entertainment at Smithfield Town Commons Park and Neuse River Amphitheater. Other nearby attractions include the Buffalo Creek Greenway, Smithfield Community Park and Smithfield Recreation and Aquatics Center.