Akron metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to New Franklin, OH
$275,000Median listing price
SummitArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About New Franklin
New Franklin is a large, semi-rural Summit County city southwest of Akron, formed from the 2005 merger of Franklin Township and the village of New Franklin. It wraps around the Portage Lakes and offers larger lots and lake access.



Home prices in New Franklin
The median listing price in New Franklin is $275,000.
Top places in New Franklin
- Portage Lakes State Park
- Craftsmen Park
- Nimisila Reservoir
- Tudor House
Commuting from New Franklin
- Approximate drive to downtown Akron: ~20–25 minutes via SR-93/I-277 (no-traffic estimate; read September 24, 2026).
New Franklin FAQs
- What is the housing market like in New Franklin, OH?
The median listing price in New Franklin is $275,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from New Franklin, OH?
Approximate drive to downtown Akron: ~20–25 minutes via SR-93/I-277 (no-traffic estimate; read September 24, 2026).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.