Franklin Towers, Residential high-rise building in Portland, Maine
Franklin Towers is a residential high-rise with 16 floors located at the corner of Franklin Street and Cumberland Avenue in Portland. The building contains apartments along with an on-site convenience store, medical facilities, and shared community spaces.
The tower was completed in 1969 and has shaped Portland's skyline since then. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024, recognizing its place in the city's history.
The building serves as a home for seniors and people with disabilities, with residents benefiting from on-site services and its central location in the city.
The building sits at a central junction with direct access to public transit and nearby local services. On-site facilities including shops and health services make it practical to meet daily needs without leaving the complex.
Until 2023, this building held the title of Maine's tallest residential structure before 201 Federal Street surpassed it. This shift marked a turning point in the state's high-rise development.
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