Franklin Square Historic District
Grand historic homes around Bloomington's oldest park
About Franklin Square Historic District
Franklin Square wraps around Franklin Park, Bloomington's oldest park, and was listed on the National Register in 1976. Its blocks hold some of the city's grandest historic homes in Queen Anne, Italianate, Georgian Revival and Romanesque styles, including residences tied to Vice President Adlai Stevenson I and Governor Joseph Fifer. For buyers drawn to architectural pedigree and a true sense of place, this is Bloomington's showcase district.
Photos
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Aerial View
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Take a Look Around
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Schools
These are the closest public schools — actual attendance boundaries are set by address, so confirm the exact assigned schools before you buy.
Please note:school attendance boundaries in Unit 5 and District 87 are redrawn frequently, so we can't guarantee any home in this neighborhood is assigned to a specific school. Always confirm the current assignment for an exact address directly with the school district before making a decision.
Browse the full schools guide or ask Lucinda to help you verify a specific address.
Homeowners Association
Local and National Register historic district; design review applies but no mandatory HOA.
HOA status and dues can change — confirm current details before purchase.
Nearby Amenities
Distances are approximate (straight-line) from the center of the neighborhood.
Getting Around
Approximate distance from Franklin Square Historic Districtto Bloomington-Normal's largest employers, schools, and hospitals:
Approximate straight-line distance.
Neighborhood Highlights
- ✓Wraps Franklin Park, the city's oldest park
- ✓Queen Anne, Italianate and Revival homes
- ✓National Register district since 1976
- ✓Ties to notable Illinois figures
Who It's Great For
Thinking about Franklin Square Historic District? I'd be happy to walk you through current listings, recent sales, and what life is really like here. As a lifelong local, I can give you the honest, insider perspective you won't find online.
— Lucinda Miller, Realtor®
Lucinda Miller
Realtor® · Keller Williams Revolution
BJ Armstrong Homes Team
Lifelong Bloomington-Normal local
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