Business Details
Expert Real Estate Services in Franklin, TN
CORE Real Estate was founded on a deep-rooted passion for real estate and auctions cultivated over decades. Our journey began with Buford Evans, one of Tennessees first licensed brokers and auctioneers, whose legacy inspired Jim Evans to establish CORE Real Estate in Franklin, Tennessee. We specialize in commercial and residential real estate, guided by core values of reliability, honesty, efficiency, and integrity. With over 38 years of combined experience, our team of dedicated professionals prioritizes client needs through a unique approach where multiple agents collaborate to serve clients best interests. We distinguish ourselves by maintaining a family-owned brokerage that upholds transparency and ethical practices.Our expertise extends to site selection, renewable energy projects, and land development opportunities across Tennessee and Ohio. From multi-tenant retail centers to expansive industrial sites, we deliver tailored solutions for buyers, sellers, and investors. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful transactions, including power plant redevelopments and luxury residential properties. As a community-focused business, we prioritize local market knowledge while maintaining a national perspective for complex projects. Our mission remains to provide exceptional real estate expertise that aligns with our founding principles.
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Residential Real Estate
Industrial Properties
Auction Services
Site Selection
Renewable Energy Development
Land Development
Property Leasing
Highlights and features
- We offer 38+ years of reliable real estate expertise
- Our team follows core values: Reliability, Honesty, Efficiency, and Integrity
- We provide specialized auction services for property transactions
- We specialize in renewable energy development opportunities
- Our local market knowledge ensures tailored solutions
What people say
Exceptional service
Market expertise
Professional team
Successful outcomes
Ethical practices
Services
Commercial Real Estate
We specialize in commercial property transactions including retail centers, office spaces, and industrial sites. Our team provides comprehensive market analysis and negotiation services for buyers, sellers, and investors. With extensive experience in Tennessee and Ohio markets, we help clients maximize property value through strategic acquisitions and dispositions.
Industrial Properties
Our industrial real estate services cover power plant redevelopments, manufacturing facilities, and warehouse spaces. We identify and evaluate industrial sites for renewable energy projects or manufacturing expansions. Our expertise includes navigating zoning regulations and connecting clients with redevelopment opportunities across the Midwest and Southeast.
Auction Services
We conduct real estate auctions for commercial, residential, and industrial properties offering transparent transaction processes. Our auction approach creates competitive bidding environments that often exceed client expectations. This method provides accelerated sales timelines while maintaining market-driven pricing through competitive bidding.
Site Selection
Our site selection services help businesses identify optimal locations for new developments. We analyze market trends, zoning requirements, and infrastructure access to find properties that meet specific operational needs. Clients benefit from our regional expertise in both urban and rural environments across multiple states.
Residential Real Estate
We handle luxury residential property transactions featuring estate homes, land developments, and multi-acre compounds. Our agents specialize in high-end properties with unique characteristics including historic sites and investment opportunities. We provide customized marketing strategies and negotiation support for upscale real estate markets.
People
Jim Evans
CEO | Auctioneer
Jim Evans founded CORE Real Estate with over 38 years of real estate experience. Raised in a family of auctioneers, he leverages generational expertise to lead commercial and residential transactions. Jim maintains deep connections in Middle Tennessee's real estate market while expanding the firm's national presence in industrial redevelopments.
Joe Evans
Senior Vice President | Auctioneer
Joe Evans brings auction and real estate expertise to CORE's commercial transactions. As part of the founding family, he combines traditional auction methods with modern marketing techniques. His focus areas include industrial property sales and renewable energy site evaluations across multiple states.
Miles Evans
Partner | Executive Vice President
Miles Evans specializes in commercial property development and investment sales. He works with clients to identify growth opportunities in Tennessee's expanding markets. His experience includes large tract land sales and complex zoning negotiations for mixed-use developments across the Southeast.
Davis Caldwell
Partner | Senior Vice President
Davis Caldwell manages industrial property transactions with a focus on power plant redevelopments. He assists renewable energy companies with site selection and acquisition strategies. Davis has facilitated multiple large-acreage sales for solar and manufacturing projects throughout the Midwest and Southeast regions.
Questions
What property types does CORE Real Estate handle?
We specialize in commercial, residential, industrial, and land development properties including power plant redevelopments and renewable energy sites.
Do you offer auction services for real estate?
Yes, we conduct real estate auctions for commercial, residential, and industrial properties with transparent bidding processes and accelerated sales timelines.
Can you help with site selection for business expansion?
Our site selection team identifies optimal locations analyzing market trends, zoning requirements, and infrastructure access for business developments.
What areas does CORE Real Estate serve?
We operate primarily in Tennessee and Ohio markets with expertise in commercial, residential, and industrial transactions across both states.
Is CORE Real Estate a family-owned business?
Yes, we're a third-generation family-owned brokerage with over 38 years of combined real estate experience in Middle Tennessee markets.
