Harrington & Harris Home Team
Just north of Franklin, along a quiet stretch of road many locals have driven without a second thought, sits a dairy farm filled with history. For generations, it has been more than land—it’s been a home, a livelihood and a place where memories were made.
That story is what makes the property special. And it’s exactly the kind of story the Harrington & Harris Home Team is passionate about telling.
For Don Harrington, real estate has never been just about buying and selling homes. After more than 30 years in the business, his approach is rooted in something deeper—relationships, trust and understanding what a place truly means to the people connected to it.
“I’ve always believed this is about taking care of people,” Harrington says. “Not just the transaction.”
Harrington moved to Franklin 11 years ago, but his connection to the community runs deep. From supporting local organizations like the Artcraft Theatre to building relationships through his church and neighborhood, he’s become a familiar and invested presence in the city.
“Franklin has really adopted me,” he says. “And I’ve adopted it right back.”
That sense of connection is a big part of what led to the creation of the Harrington & Harris Home Team. After decades in the business, Harrington began thinking about the future—not just for himself, but for the clients who had trusted him for years.
“I wanted to make sure they were always taken care of,” he says. “Even as I start to slow down at some point.”
About five years ago, he began looking for the right partner—someone who shared his values and approach to the work. That search led him to Noah Harris, a Franklin College graduate who knew early on that real estate was his calling.
The connection was immediate.
“Our values just lined up,” Harris says. “That was the biggest thing.”
Together, they’ve built a team that blends experience with a fresh perspective. Harrington brings decades of knowledge and deep community ties, while Harris adds new energy and modern marketing strategies. The result is a balanced approach that meets clients where they are—whether they’re buying their first home or selling one they’ve lived in for decades.
“It should feel like the same experience no matter which one of us you’re working with,” Harris says.
That approach is especially important when it comes to unique properties—like the dairy farm they’re preparing to list this spring.
For both Harrington and Harris, the property represents more than just a listing. It’s a piece of Johnson County’s history.
“There’s a story there,” Harrington says. “And we want to make sure that story isn’t lost.”
That story matters—not just to the seller, whose family has deep roots on the land, but also to the right buyer. Properties like this don’t appeal to everyone. They require someone who understands and appreciates what makes them special.
“It takes a unique buyer,” Harris explains. “Someone who sees the history and connects with it.”
That’s why the team is focused not just on marketing the property, but on sharing its story—something that ties directly into the dairy farm feature appearing in this issue.
For Harrington, the connection is personal. His own family has ties to the dairy industry, giving him a deeper appreciation for the life and work behind properties like this one.
“I grew up around it,” he says. “So when this opportunity came up, it just meant something more.”
That sense of meaning carries through everything the team does. Whether working with first-time buyers or longtime homeowners, their goal is the same: to guide people with honesty, care and a genuine investment in their outcome.
Looking ahead, Harrington and Harris are focused on growing thoughtfully—adding team members when the time is right, but always keeping their core values intact.
“We want to keep serving people well,” Harrington says. “That’s always going to be the priority.”
As Franklin continues to grow, so does the demand for real estate professionals who understand both the market and the community behind it. For the Harrington & Harris Home Team, that’s where they feel most at home.
And for those drawn to properties with history—like the dairy farm just beyond the edge of town—they’re ready to help tell the next chapter.
Interested in learning more about the dairy farm or other properties in the area?
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