Moving to Franklin, WI

About Franklin

Franklin is a fast-growing suburban city of about 37,000 on Milwaukee's far southwest side, known for roomy lots, newer subdivisions, and the Rock Sports Complex (Ballpark Commons) development with its baseball stadium, apartments, and entertainment district. Whitnall Park — Milwaukee County's largest park with the Boerner Botanical Gardens at its edge — anchors the north side.

Home prices in Franklin

Home prices in Franklin vary by neighborhood and property type.

Top places in Franklin

• The Rock Sports Complex (Ballpark Commons)
• Whitnall Park
• Franklin Public Library.
• St. Martins historic area (south side, near Hales Corners).
• The Woods golf and residential area.
• Franklin Business Park / industrial corridor.

Commuting from Franklin

• **MCTS**: **PurpleLine** (27th St) serves the eastern edge of Franklin toward downtown; **Route 19** and **Route 80** cover parts of the city.
• Highway access: **I-43/I-94** to the east; **WI-36 (Loomis Rd)** and **WI-100** are the main arterials; **US-45** along the west.
• Approximate drive to downtown Milwaukee: **~20–25 minutes** (approximate; longer at rush hour).

Franklin FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Franklin, WI?
  Home prices in Franklin vary by neighborhood and property type.
• How is the commute from Franklin, WI?
  **MCTS**: **PurpleLine** (27th St) serves the eastern edge of Franklin toward downtown; **Route 19** and **Route 80** cover parts of the city.

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