Milwaukee CountyHales Corners
A Milwaukee County village bordered by Greenfield, Greendale, Franklin, New Berlin, and Muskego.
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Franklin, WI
A growing Milwaukee County city about 10 miles south of downtown Milwaukee.
36,816Population (2020)
~43Median Age
~$107KMedian Household Income
~14,540Housing Units
~$364KMedian Home Value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2020 Census (population) and 2020–2024 ACS 5-Year Estimates (age, income, housing units, home value) for the City of Franklin, WI (approx., rounded where noted)
Local Knowledge
Room to Grow, Close to the City
Franklin is a city in Milwaukee County about 10 miles south of downtown Milwaukee. Incorporated in 1956, it has grown steadily since, with newer subdivisions alongside its parks, ballpark, and historic sites like the 1852 Painesville Chapel.
Home buyers looking at Franklin will find a mix of newer residential subdivisions, many with their own homeowners association, along with more established areas. Apex Realty Group helps buyers and sellers navigate Franklin and the surrounding Milwaukee County communities with real-time MLS access and local, on-the-ground guidance.
At a Glance
CountyMilwaukee
Incorporated1956
ZIP Code53132
School DistrictFranklin Public Schools
NotableFranklin Field, Whitnall Park
NearbyHales Corners, Greenfield, Muskego
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What Makes Franklin, Franklin
The southern stretch of Milwaukee County's Root River Parkway runs entirely within Franklin, offering green space and trails along the river.
Franklin Field at Ballpark Commons is home to the Milwaukee Milkmen professional baseball team.
Part of Milwaukee County's flagship Whitnall Park sits within Franklin, home to the Boerner Botanical Gardens and Wehr Nature Center.
Franklin City Hall serves as the civic center for a city that's grown steadily since its 1956 incorporation.
The 1852 Painesville Chapel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserves an early piece of Franklin's history.
Homes in Franklin
Newer Subdivisions, Room to Grow
Franklin’s housing stock includes a good number of newer subdivisions built in the decades since its 1956 incorporation, alongside more established residential areas, much of it near green space like Whitnall Park. As with any community, the specific mix of home styles, lot sizes, and price points varies street to street — the most reliable picture comes from current, real-time listings rather than generalizations, which is where Apex’s live MLS access below can help.
HOA Fees & Special Assessments
HOAs and Mello-Roos in Franklin
As a newer-growth city, Franklin has several active subdivision homeowners associations — including Crooked Creek, Woodlands of Franklin, and Hidden Lakes. Dues and rules vary by development, so it’s worth confirming HOA status and fees directly on any specific listing rather than relying on a citywide figure.
Mello-Roos is a California-specific special tax district, created under California law to fund infrastructure in some new developments — it does not exist in Wisconsin, so it does not apply to homes in Franklin. Wisconsin buyers should instead ask about a property’s regular tax assessment, which Apex Realty Group can help explain for any listing you’re considering.
Schools
Schools Serving Franklin
Franklin Public School District
| School | Type | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Franklin Elementary School | Public | Elementary |
| Forest Park Middle School | Public | Middle School |
| Franklin High School | Public | Grades 9–12 |
| St. Paul Lutheran School | Private (WELS) | PK–8 |
School assignment is determined by home address, not community name, and boundaries can change. Confirm current attendance zones and program details directly with the Franklin Public School District or the school itself.
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Waukesha CountyMuskego
A Waukesha County city home to Big Muskego Lake, Little Muskego Lake, and Lake Denoon.
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Common Questions About Franklin
Franklin is in Milwaukee County.
The Franklin Public School District. St. Paul Lutheran School is also located in Franklin as a private option.
Franklin had a population of 36,816 at the 2020 Census, making it one of the larger cities Apex Realty Group serves.
Hales Corners, Greenfield, and Muskego all directly border Franklin.
Yes — Franklin Field at Ballpark Commons hosts the Milwaukee Milkmen, and part of Milwaukee County's Whitnall Park, along with the Root River Parkway, lies within the city.
Franklin is an incorporated city, established on August 15, 1956.
Real-time MLS listings for Franklin are available above, pulled from the same feed Apex Realty Group searches every day — or reach out directly and our team can walk you through what's currently available.
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