Franklin Township located in the heart of Somerset County. The Central New Jersey location is ideal for living and working, with a perfect balance of metropolitan conveniences in a suburban setting. With two interchanges on I-287, businesses and homes in Franklin Township are minutes away from the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, Route 27, and the busy Route 1 corridor. Franklin township is located midway between New York City and Philadelphia, with convenient access to Amtrak and several major airports. Franklin's resident population is 45,575 according to the 1994 State Department of Finance Report.
Franklin Township is the home of many professionals employed in the area and New York.
Local universities and community colleges offer excellent advanced educational opportunities. Rutgers University, Middlesex County College, Raritan Valley Community College are all located within 10 miles from Franklin Township. Franklin Township offers a wide range of homes in style, size, and affordability. In addition to a number of established single family residential neighborhoods, Franklin Township offers a large supply of multi-family homes, including modern apartments, condominiums, and town homes. Housing in Franklin Township is reasonably priced compared to nearby cities, adding to its appeal to young families.