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THE BERGEN COUNTY COMMUNITY GUIDE

Living in
Franklin Lakes, NJ.

Woodland walks and space to settle in.

Franklin Lakes offers a residential setting with nature close at hand. Lorrimer Sanctuary provides a place to explore woodland trails, while local restaurants and recreation programs add to the everyday picture. Tour the community with your actual routine in mind: where you would shop, get outside, and travel during the week.

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Schools & education

The borough’s school directory lists Colonial Road, High Mountain Road, and Woodside Avenue elementary schools, followed by Franklin Avenue Middle School. Ramapo and Indian Hills serve the regional high-school district. Confirm school assignment and high-school attendance procedures with the districts for any home you are considering.

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Restaurants & everyday stops

Pazza offers an Italian dining option in Franklin Lakes. For another setting nearby, The Brick House in Wyckoff features steakhouse dining. Explore both the local choices and your route to neighboring towns when thinking about meals out and everyday convenience.

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Recreation & things to do

New Jersey Audubon’s Lorrimer Sanctuary has self-guided woodland trails, birdwatching, and nature programming on Ewing Avenue. The borough recreation department provides information on municipal activities. Check visitor hours and program registration before planning an outing.

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Getting around

Evaluate driving and transit connections from the individual address. If you expect to use a train, compare nearby station options and parking requirements before choosing a route. Your door-to-door trip will depend on the departure time, connection, and destination.

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Finding your home

Look closely at how a home uses its setting: natural light, outdoor living areas, yard maintenance, and the flow between rooms. If a property has special features such as a pool, include their condition and upkeep in your comparison. Kaitlin can help you align the search with how you want to live.

Selling in Franklin Lakes? Start with a strategy →

Local resources reviewed September 2026. Confirm school placement and enrollment directly with the district. Restaurant offerings, recreation access, and transit schedules can change; linked local resources have the latest details.

Planning a move? Read our Bergen County home-buying guide or home-selling guide for the next steps.

LET’S MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE

Could Franklin Lakes
be your next home?

Talk with Kaitlin about the town, your priorities, and a plan.