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Highlights

  • Snow removal
  • Heat
  • Cooking gas
  • On-site washer/dryer
  • Off street parking available
  • Downtown neighborhood

Location

1321 N Franklin Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA|Yankee Hill
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Management

Wilkins Property Management

Leasing office

(414) 224-7570

Property Overview

1321 Franklin is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and quality, making it a well-rounded choice. It offers practical features like included utilities, on-site laundry, off-street parking, and a downtown setting, along with walkability, transit access, nearby parks, restaurants, and coworking options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
1321 Franklin is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Front Low2 bed1 bath$1,625 /mo1 unit availableDiscover your dream home with this stunning 2-bedroom apartment just steps from the lake! Bright, clean, and full of charm, it’s nestled in a fantastic neighborhood near downtown, providing you unprecedented access to all the area has to offer. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or simply seeking the perfect balance of tranquility and city living, this quiet, pet-friendly building offers it all. Enjoy the convenience of an on-site washer/dryer and nearby parking options, plus easy access to the lakefront and all the action downtown. Don’t miss out on this incredible find—it’s the perfect place to call home! Close to Milwaukee County Transit, The Hop, Downtown, Metro Market, Pick and Save, Brady Street, Restaurants, Parks, Lake Michigan, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Cooking Gas Electricity Water/Sewer Trash/Recycling Internet Other Amenities: Private Balcony Locked Storage Available Locked Lobby Onsite Building Manager Elevator On Site Washer/Dryer in Building Off Street Parking Available

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Amenities for 1321 Franklin

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Building

Cats OK

Services

Snow Removal
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

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About 1321 Franklin

HomeApartments in MilwaukeeYankee Hill 1321 Franklin

Discover your dream home with this stunning 2-bedroom apartment just steps from the lake! Bright, clean, and full of charm, it’s nestled in a fantastic neighborhood near downtown, providing you unprecedented access to all the area has to offer. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or simply seeking the perfect balance of tranquility and city living, this quiet, pet-friendly building offers it all. Enjoy the convenience of an on-site washer/dryer and nearby parking options, plus easy access to the lakefront and all the action downtown. Don’t miss out on this incredible find—it’s the perfect place to call home! Close to Milwaukee County Transit, The Hop, Downtown, Metro Market, Pick and Save, Brady Street, Restaurants, Parks, Lake Michigan, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Cooking Gas Electricity Water/Sewer Trash/Recycling Internet Other Amenities: Private Balcony Locked Storage Available Locked Lobby Onsite Building Manager Elevator On Site Washer/Dryer in Building Off Street Parking Available


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.2
/10
Excellent
1321 Franklin is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 1321 Franklin
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1321 Franklin offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1321 Franklin goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1321 Franklin receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1321 Franklin is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
1321 Franklin has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1321 Franklin is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 334 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 74 parks and recreation options

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 74 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 7 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 4 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1321 Franklin compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Yankee Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 1321 Franklin cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Yankee Hill.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Yankee Hill
Milwaukee
A table of studio rental data trends in Milwaukee
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$825
September 2024$834
October 2024$890
November 2024$1,110
December 2024$1,072
January 2025$911
February 2025$855
March 2025$846
April 2025$846
May 2025$887
June 2025$864
July 2025$874
August 2025$895
September 2025$898
October 2025$912
November 2025$942
December 2025$961
January 2026$902
February 2026$909
March 2026$885
April 2026$895
May 2026$912
June 2026$910
July 2026$875
August 2026$875
A table of studio rental data trends in Yankee Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$795
September 2024$792
October 2024$831
November 2024$957
December 2024$1,313
January 2025$1,221
February 2025$920
March 2025$796
April 2025$801
May 2025$815
June 2025$811
July 2025$812
August 2025$853
September 2025$802
October 2025$810
November 2025$749
January 2026$783
February 2026$811
March 2026$837
April 2026$825
May 2026$829
June 2026$832
July 2026$824
August 2026$823

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near 1321 Franklin

Cass Street Elementary School

1647 n cass st

milwaukee, WI, 53202

PK, K-8Public
C-

Grant Gordon Learning Center

921 w meinecke ave

milwaukee, WI, 53206

PK, KPublic
B-

Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language

2430 w wisconsin ave

milwaukee, WI, 53233

PK, K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - Penfield Children's Center

833 north 26th st

milwaukee, WI, 53233

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - JO's Learning Academy

4801 west north ave

milwaukee, WI, 53208

PKPublic
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Getting around Milwaukee near 1321 N Franklin Pl

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1321 N Franklin Pl, Milwaukee

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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