$782,864Average Value$527Average Price per Sq Ft34Homes For Sale
Generations of residents in post-war suburbs in Nassau County
In the years after World War II, suburban development spread in blocks and subdivisions down Long Island, growing the once pastoral hamlet of Franklin Square into a bedroom community as decades and commuter infrastructure moved forward. This history, and other local contributions to the national banking scene, are kept by modern-day residents participating in civic associations, historical societies and interest groups that have served families across generations. “Franklin Square is a very tight-knit community. The Little League hosts barbecues and field days with bounce houses and a local business makes all their sports gear, it’s connections like that,” says Marisa Filardo, a licensed real estate salesperson with Douglas Elliman who has specialized in Nassau County for eight years. Just 3 miles east of Queens, Franklin Square maintains suburban separation from the busy blocks of New York City without losing touch with the events, commuter hubs and culture of the Five Boroughs.
Franklin Square is made up of rural communities, local businesses, and a great school district.
Many homes in Franklin Square, originally built as small capes have been expanded and enlarged.
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Suburban single-family homes from $415,000 in Franklin Square
Single-family homes built during the post-war suburban housing boom make up the bulk of Franklin Square, lining grassy, orderly blocks and more meandering streets closer to the Southern State Parkway. Smaller homes, like Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and simple houses built in the prewar era, sell for $415,000 to $900,000. Larger homes, like colonials, bi-levels and rarer New Traditional homes that replaced older homes in the 1990s through 2020s, sell for $700,000 to $1.3 million. Extensive sidewalks connect the neighborhood, drawing dog walkers and mid-day errand runners from their homes. Franklin Square has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
The streets of Franklin Square are lined with well maintained rows of homes.
Many of the homes in Franklin Square were built post WWII as small cape cods.
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Getting outside at Rath Park
Rath Park is the literal and social center of Franklin Square, but popular activities ebb and flow with the seasons. Warmer months draw crowds to cool off in the public pool or to play and watch Franklin Square Little League games under the stadium lights in the evening hours. The park’s tree-shaded playground and basketball and tennis courts are open throughout the year. Nearby, the Franklin Square Historical Museum is open for just a couple hours once a month and shares local history, including the story of the world's first credit card issued at the former Franklin Square National Bank. Locals may know the property better as the site of the annual fall festival, a hub for autumnal crafts and raffle baskets. Just north of Franklin Square, golfers can play 18 holes at Garden City Country Club, which has more than 100 acres of fairways and ponds stretching out in the middle of suburban Long Island.
Children love riding thier bikes on the quiet streets and in the parks of Fraklin Square.
Where playful spirits and amateur athletes unite for a day of action-packed fun.
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Music education at Franklin Square elementary schools
For prekindergarten through sixth grade, kids attend one of three Franklin Square Union Free School District elementary schools that earn an A-minus from Niche, including Polk Street School which sits at the center of the hamlet and showcases the district’s reputation for music education excellence at regular choral and band concerts. Most students then move on to H. Frank Carey High School, which earns a B-plus and is in the Sewanhaka Central High School District, for seventh through 12th grades.
Polk Street Elementary School in Franklin Square is highly rated .
The main entrance to H. Frank Carey High School is located on Poppy Ave.
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Ball season events with Franklin Square Little League
While Franklin Square’s active historical society, civic association and chamber of commerce are frequent collaborators and individual hosts of festivals and events, Franklin Square Little League steals the show. On opening day each spring, baseball and softball teams wave to fans on a parade route from the corner of Wool and Franklin avenues to Rath Park, where home games will be played in the season to come. Bounce houses, barbecues and ball teams celebrating the end-of-season results fill the same park in mid-June at the end-of-season picnic.
Rath Park is home to the Franklin Square Little League.
The Franklin Square Little League hosts over 50 games at Rath Park.
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Driving, NICE buses and the Long Island Rail Road into NYC
Though residents are car dependent, public transit options within and just outside Franklin Square provide options for getting into the Five Boroughs. “Franklin Square is close to the city; the local bus goes to Queens. It’s a big convenience for people,” says Sibel Huryilmaz, a Real Estate Specialist with Douglas Elliman who has 15 years of experience in the area. The Nassau Inter-County Express bus also drops riders at the New Hyde Park Long Island Rail Road Station about 2 miles away, providing a 40-minute train ride to Penn Station. Although the Southern State Parkway makes up the southern border of Franklin Square, drivers might head to the Cross Island Parkway for a 24-mile drive to Manhattan.
Many Franklin Square residents rely on the NICE Bus system to get around town.
The closest LIRR station to Franklin Square is only a mile away in Stewart Manor.
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Shopping and dining throughout Franklin Square
Stores and restaurants are concentrated on two major roads that intersect within Franklin Square, Hempstead Turnpike and Franklin Avenue. Diverse cuisines are on offer in both national chain and locally owned forms, from Moe’s Southwest Grill and Dunkin’ to Filomena’s Restaurant, a family-owned hub for Italian cuisine and modern ambiance, and Plattduetsche Park, an indoor and outdoor food hall that centers German cuisine, frequent festivals and a true biergarten experience. Nearby houses of worship are equally as varied, with several churches like Saint Catherine of Sienna falling within Franklin Square and a number of synagogues throughout the neighboring hamlet of West Hempstead. Grocery shopping can be done at national chains like Stop & Shop and Lidl.
Filomena's is a chic italian restaurant for dining in Franklin Square.
T & F Pork Store and Italian Deli in Franklin Square has been servicing the area since 1970.
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Parks in this Area
Rath Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Averill Boulevard Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Halls Pond Park
Trails
Playground
Edgemere Park
Garden City South Park
Edgemere Park
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
18 min drive
Bus
Litchfield Av & Hempstead
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Monroe St & Hempstead
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New Hyde Park Rd & Washington St
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Franklin Ave & Woodcliff Dr
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Meacham Ave & S St
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Franklin Ave & Dutch Broadway
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Doris Av & Hempstead
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.151 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
3/19/2019Niche Review
This town is a good family friendly town. I've enjoyed all aspects of growing up in this town. It is close to NYC and not far form a lot of public transportation.
5.0Current Resident
3/21/2021Niche Review
I absolutely love Franklin Square and its friendly community. Everyone is very friendly and everything you need is close by. The schools in the area make this small town safe and close-knit. The train, as well as bus stops, are nearby and the beach is only 20 minutes away.
3.0Current Resident
1/25/2021Niche Review
I have lived in Franklin Square for almost all my life. It is a very family-oriented town and the public school system is great.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Franklin Square
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Franklin Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Franklin Square, Long Island sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Franklin Square, Long Island over the last 12 months is $775,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Enormous Inline High Ranch that just keeps going & going with tons of storage! This well-maintained home features 5 generous bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering plenty of space for guests, or a home office setup.Enjoy the warmth of hardwood floors beneath the carpeting, a full finished basement perfect for recreation or additional living space, and a private backyard oasis—ideal for relaxing
Welcome to this charming home tucked away on a dead-end block. The main floor features a sunlit living room and formal dining room with crown moldings. A well-appointed kitchen with side entrance access from the driveway. A spacious primary bedroom with double closet, a second bedroom, and a full bathroom round out the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find two tandem bedrooms and crawl space
Welcome to 8 Clinton Street, Elmont – A Perfect Blend of Comfort, Space, and Location!Set in one of Elmont’s most desirable neighborhoods, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers comfort, flexibility, and unbeatable convenience. Just a 4-minute walk to the beloved King Umberto restaurant, a 2-minute stroll to Averill Park, and a 5-minute walk to Covert Avenue Elementary
Great Home In The Heart Of Franklin Square, Close Distance To All, Featuring Updated Boiler and Hot Water Heater, Beautiful Family Room With Vaulted Ceilings, Gas Heat and Cooking,Solar System Paid Off, Full Finished Basement!
Renovated Kitchens & Bathrooms with Hardwood Floors. A/C Fujitsu Mini Splits on 1st & 2nd Floor. Detached 2 Car Garage with Parking behind & front of fence. Separate entrances for 1st Floor & 2nd Floor also Entrance to Basement from the back. Perfect for Large Families, Move in Ready!
Huge Cape just hit the market! Hugh 4-bedroom, 2 full-bath home sits on a generous 60x100 corner lot with attractive brick and stone facing and desirable East exposure. Enjoy an open-concept kitchen filled with natural light, hardwood floors throughout, and 5 ductless A/C units. The home features gas and steam heating, washer & dryer, high ceilings on every level, and a finished basement with
This property is in a highly favorable location, which has the convenience of being close to all the shops and public transportation. It is a recently renovated home with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The finished basement comes with an outside entry and laundry amenities. The kitchen is fully equipped with brand-new stainless steel appliances. The house has ample storage and spacious
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
27,940
Median Age
43
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,853
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,653
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
38.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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