Franklin
A Village Unchanged by Time
Franklin is Oakland County’s most distinctive small community — a National Register historic village surrounded by horse properties, wooded estates, and large-lot residential that attracts buyers looking for something genuinely different from the standard Oakland County suburban experience.
Living in Franklin
The Village of Franklin, home to the historic Franklin Cider Mill (built in 1837, the year Michigan became a state), is one of Michigan’s best-preserved historic communities. Its village center — a millpond, 19th-century commercial buildings now housing antique dealers and specialty shops, and a historic inn — is a destination for visitors from across the region.
Residential Franklin ranges from Victorian-era historic homes in and near the village center to large-lot rural estates and horse properties on the township’s edges. Lot sizes are significantly larger than in adjacent Oakland County communities, and the rural character is deliberately preserved through zoning.
Franklin attracts buyers who have decided that space, privacy, and authentic character matter more than proximity to chain retail. The trade-off is a longer drive to suburban amenities, but for buyers who value the specific lifestyle Franklin offers, this is not a compromise — it is the point.
Where is Franklin?
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Neighborhoods in Franklin
Franklin is made up of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and price point. Explore them below to find the right fit.
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