New Franklin offers everyday lake living within minutes of regional job centers. Set amid the Portage Lakes, it gives residents quick access to boating, paddling, and year-round community events coordinated by the City of New Franklin, while a short drive connects you to Akron, Barberton, and other nearby hubs.
Outdoor lovers find abundant ways to explore: Portage Lakes State Park anchors the area with seven lakes, public boat launches, a swim beach, disc golf, fishing, and winter recreation; and just south, Nimisila Reservoir Metro Park delivers quiet coves, dark-sky stargazing, and one of the Midwest’s best late-summer hummingbird roosts. Across Summit County, interconnected greenways and nature areas extend your weekend plans.
Families appreciate strong local schools, with Manchester Local Schools serving much of the city and Coventry Local Schools nearby, plus career-tech options at the Portage Lakes Career Center. Daily life is convenient too: quick I‑77 access links neighborhoods to Green and the greater region, while marinas, boat clubs, and lakeside patios make staying close to home just as appealing. Seasonal events like lake parades and outdoor concerts add a welcoming, waterfront energy.
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