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Franklin Lakes Homes for Sale

Find your place in Franklin Lakes. Explore current homes for sale, compare nearby towns, and get to know the community and everyday life here.

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Franklin Lakes market snapshot

Residential inventory and market statistics supplied by the MLS. Days on Site reflects time on this listing feed.

33
Homes For Sale
$1,899,000
Median List Price
71
Average Days on Site
$1,695,000
Median Sold Price
19
Homes Sold

Compare featured towns

Compare residential inventory and market trends in six nearby Bergen County towns.

City Active Listings Days On Site Average Price Price / Sqft High Price Low Price
Allendale 9 15 $1,186,433 N/A $2,280,000 $529,000
Mahwah 55 42 $1,311,804 N/A $19,000,000 $275,000
Midland Park 5 31 $691,780 N/A $900,000 $499,999
Oakland 27 25 $810,452 N/A $1,699,900 $325,000
Waldwick 10 27 $691,325 N/A $1,200,000 $520,000
Wyckoff 18 47 $1,483,944 N/A $3,850,000 $599,999

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Explore all 70 Bergen County towns. Counts show active residential listings; a dash means the feed has not reported an active count.

THE FRANKLIN LAKES BUYER’S GUIDE

A closer look at buying in Franklin Lakes

Franklin Lakes calls for an address-by-address look at land, maintenance and the trip you make most often. A property near a preserve, a lake setting and a house closer to a commuter route can fit very different weeks. Start with the lot and the condition of the home, then test the drive to schools, parks and your work route before deciding what the asking price represents.

Compare single-family homes, luxury listings and townhomes separately. Use current listings to check actual availability; a category link does not promise a property will be on the market today.

Plan the Entire New York City Commute

Franklin Lakes buyers should test the trip from the property to the station, bus stop or park-and-ride they would actually use. The borough has a commuter parking lot at Parsons Pond Park with permit information. Check the current transit service and parking terms, then use the NJ TRANSIT trip planner for your New York City destination. Add the driving, waiting, transfers and last city leg instead of relying on mileage alone.

Decide Which Outdoor Places Matter

The borough describes the G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve as a trail setting around a lake. Parsons Pond Park offers another recreation option. Visit each during the hours you would use it, and check current rules, parking and trail access. A home near open space may appeal for different reasons than one with a larger private yard.

Look Past the Listing Price

On a larger lot, budget for landscaping, trees, drainage and exterior maintenance as well as interior systems. Ask for the history of major work and permits. For any association property, review dues, reserves, insurance and planned assessments. Confirm the parcel’s bill with the Franklin Lakes Tax Collector and ask about the effect of improvements or a sale rather than treating list price as an assessment.

Shortlist the Properties You Can Maintain

For each home, line up lot care, taxes, repairs, the complete commute and access to the recreation you value. Our Living in Franklin Lakes guide gives more local context. Compare Wyckoff homes and Oakland homes if the regional high school district and outdoor access are central to your search.

BUYING IN FRANKLIN LAKES

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I test a Franklin Lakes to New York City commute?

Choose the station, bus stop or park-and-ride you would use from the actual address. Check current service, Parsons Pond parking permits if relevant, transfers and the last part of the trip in the city. Repeat the trip at your normal departure hour.

What costs should I budget beyond the price of a house?

Include the parcel’s taxes, insurance, heating and repairs, plus landscaping and tree care where applicable. For an association property, read the budget and assess dues or planned charges.

Which public high schools serve Franklin Lakes?

The Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District serves the borough through Ramapo and Indian Hills. Ask the district about its current registration and school choice process for your household.

Where can I walk or spend time outdoors?

The borough lists G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve and Parsons Pond Park among its outdoor spaces. Verify current trail, parking and use rules before planning a regular routine around a particular property.

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