Frankenmuth, MI

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Population
5,197
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
637 ft
Median Home Value
$300,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$851/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$85,433
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Frankenmuth

Known throughout the state as Michigan’s Little Bavaria, Frankenmuth is a close-knit community of roughly 5,000 residents situated along the Cass River. German settlers founded the town in 1845, and that heritage is still alive today in the timber-framed Main Street buildings, traditional bakeries, and famous year-round festivals. It has the cozy charm of a historic village alongside modern essentials like popular local shops and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland.

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For new residents, daily living centers around excellent schools, peaceful neighborhoods, and a strong sense of safety. Heritage Park sits right by the water, offering walking trails, sports fields, and community gatherings throughout every season. Thanks to quick access to I-75 and M-83, you can easily commute to Saginaw or Birch Run while enjoying a quiet, well-maintained hometown to return to each evening.

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