Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (221 Rentals)

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property at 248 1/2 W 5th Ave

$950 - $1,145

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 28

248 1/2 W 5th Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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East Franklinton, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Franklinton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Franklinton area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. Belmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here are the most affordable East Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$425
204 Souder Ave204F1BR,1BA$675
CharwaldeStudio1BR,1BA$775
620 E. Town Street Apartments1 BR - +$50 Water1BR,1BA$825
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$825
1114 N High StJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Atcheson Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$841
Gordon HouseStudioStudio,1BA$850
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff1x11BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Franklinton area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value East Franklinton apartment is the 294 E Long 3rd floor Model at Lear Block starting at $1,900 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Franklinton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414-416 E. Whittier St4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.85
Lear Block294 E Long 3rd floor2BR,2BA$0.70
164 N 18th St164 N 18th St3BR,3.5BA$1.14
619 Oak St, Unit 619 A Oak Street619 Oak St2BR,1BA$0.89
65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 2B65 S 5th St2BR,2BA$1.09
New Yorker2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.04
552 Bradley St, Unit duplex552 Bradley St2BR,1BA$1.04
726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B726 N High St1BR,1BA$1.10
The Abigail2B1B - Custom Lx22BR,1BA$1.08
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Franklinton, Columbus, OH

Ranked #7

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio including East Franklinton, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Franklinton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Franklinton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Franklinton is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Franklinton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Franklinton Apartment is $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Franklinton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Franklinton is starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.

What is the most affordable East Franklinton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Franklinton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jenkins Lofts and starts from $1,142.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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