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About Franklin

Franklin, Ohio, a picturesque community with a population just shy of 12,000, is an excellent place to live. The community is located just east of I-75, and major state routes – Routes 73, 123 and 741 – take commuters anywhere they need to go. Named after Benjamin Franklin in 1796, this historic town is home to a beautiful section of the Great Miami River and Clear Creek.

Homes for Sale in Franklin, OH

Franklin real estate runs the entire spectrum. You’ll find newly built condominiums, spacious townhomes and roomy detached houses all over town, which means there truly is something for everyone.

New construction and established neighborhoods with pretty, tree-lined streets are common here, so you have several options. Whether you are looking for a home in the mid-$100s or one upward of $500,000, you will find it in Franklin.

Franklin Schools

Children who live in Franklin are part of the Franklin City School District. Some families choose to send their children to Bishop Fenwick High School, which is a private academy for grades 9 through 12.

Franklin Elementary Schools

Anthony Wayne
George H. Gerke
Hunter
Pennyroyal
William C. Shenck

From these elementary schools, kids move on to Franklin Junior High and Franklin High School. Many people search for homes for sale in Franklin, OH based on which schools their children will attend – and if that’s what you would like to do, just let us know.

Shopping and Restaurants in Franklin

Shoppers love living in Franklin, because there are so many local hotspots to choose from; the Dayton Mall and Cincinnati Premium Outlets are both nearby, as are Target, Walmart and The Home Depot.

There are several chain restaurants in Franklin, including Cracker Barrel, Applebee’s and Dairy Queen, but residents have plenty of locally owned options as well. Matera Caffe, Pisanello’s Pizza and El Rancho Grande make some of the best food in the entire county.

Things to Do in Franklin

The Heatherwood Golf Club and Wildwood Golf Club are popular destinations for Franklin residents, but even if you’re not a pro golfer, you’ll have plenty to do.

There are a number of movie theaters here, including Danbarry Cinemas, Colony Square and the nearby Greene 14 + IMAX. If you prefer live performances, you’ll love the Beavercreek Community Theatre and the Playhouse South Community Theatre.

Franklin is also home to JD Legends Entertainment Complex and the Kingdom Sports Center, which are both great for whole-family fun any day of the week.

Franklin Parks and Recreation

The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department manages the Paul E. Fitzgerald community pool and a handful of public parks with playgrounds, picnic facilities and well-manicured trails. The city hosts movies in the park throughout the summer, as well as a variety of other activities for all the major holidays and more.

Franklin Commute Times

Franklin is conveniently close to I-75, which makes commuting into Dayton or Cincinnati a breeze. From downtown Franklin to:

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport: 5.9 miles
Centerville: 10.9 miles
Moraine: 14.5 miles
Dayton: 17.4 miles
Mason: 17.9 miles
Cincinnati: 38.3 miles