Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $750 (37 Rentals)

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property at 362 E Markison Ave
$1,100

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Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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362 E Markison Ave

ColumbusOH43207

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property at 188 W Park Ave
$1,299

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Total Monthly Price$1,299
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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188 W Park Ave, Unit 186

188 W Park Ave
ColumbusOH43223

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property at 794 E Mound St
$1,300
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794 E Mound St

ColumbusOH43205
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property at 110 Dana Ave
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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110 Dana Ave

ColumbusOH43222
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property at 161 S Princeton Ave
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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161 S Princeton Ave

ColumbusOH43222

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property at 1037 Neil Ave
$1,425

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1037 Neil Ave, Unit A

1037 Neil Ave
ColumbusOH43201

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Best Value Homes for Rent in East Franklinton, OH

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the East Franklinton area is the $0.47 price per square foot 188 W Park Ave Model at 188 W Park Ave, Unit 186 in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value East Franklinton rental home is the 219 S Cypress Ave Model at 219 S Cypress Ave in the Franklinton neighborhood starting at $1,950 with a $0.81 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Franklinton homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
188 W Park Ave, Unit 186188 W Park Ave2BR, 2BA$0.47
219 S Cypress Ave219 S Cypress Ave3BR, 3BA$0.81
104 Thurman Ave104 Thurman Ave3BR, 2BA$1.23
43 W Markison Ave43 W Markison Ave4BR, 3BA$1.24
106 N High St106 N High St2BR, 2BA$1.06
1268 Michigan Ave1268 Michigan Ave3BR, 2.5BA$1.28
161 S Princeton Ave161 S Princeton Ave3BR, 1BA$1.12
247 E Jenkins Ave247 E Jenkins Ave3BR, 1.5BA$1.23
110 Dana Ave110 Dana Ave3BR, 1BA$1.19
362 E Markison Ave362 E Markison Ave2BR, 1BA$1.10

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East Franklinton, Columbus, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Franklinton

What type of rentals are currently available in East Franklinton?

There are currently 831 Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $8,130. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Franklinton ranging from $750 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Franklinton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Franklinton ranges from $750 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,149.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Franklinton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Franklinton range from $695 to $6,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,210 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,585.

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