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Cheap Homes for Rent in East Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (41 Rentals)
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51 N Princeton Ave
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672 E Mithoff St
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112 Hanford St, Unit a
112 Hanford StColumbus, OH 43206
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241 W Park Ave
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673 E Sycamore St
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997 Neil Ave, Unit 2
997 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43201
794 E Mound St
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393 St Clair Ave
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387 St Clair Ave
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873 Heyl Ave
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697 Reinhard Ave
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735 E Mithoff St
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461 Reinhard Ave
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66 S Douglass St
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365 Auden Ave
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751 N 6th St
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110 Dana Ave
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757 Wager St
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121 Chicago Ave
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274 S Skidmore St
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547 E Deshler Ave
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506 Thurman Ave
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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East Franklinton, Columbus, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in East Franklinton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Franklinton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,179 | $1,100 | $5,500 |
| East Franklinton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,271 | $1,095 | $5,250 |
| East Franklinton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,143 | $1,650 | $5,000 |
| East Franklinton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,687 | $2,000 | $5,000 |
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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 $450. Here are the most affordable East Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
| Belmont Apartments | Student Room | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Starling Yard | 3 bdr | 3BR,2BA | $530 |
| The Americana Apartments | EFF Ren Stainless | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Charwalde | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Broadway Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| 620 E. Town Street Apartments | 1 BR - +$50 Water | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 161 W Hubbard Ave | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 65-75 Moler St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Franklinton area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 85-87 N Yale Ave in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value East Franklinton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Jenkins Lofts starting at $1,458 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Franklinton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 85-87 N Yale Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Sonnenblick | The Morning | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| 672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672 Stewart Ave | 672 Stewart Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Jeffrey and Metal Works | Cove Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 726 N High St | 726 N High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue | ff2x1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Charwalde | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Franklinton
What type of rentals are currently available in East Franklinton?
There are currently 837 Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $10,279. There are also 161 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Franklinton ranging from $575 to $5,500.
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 $575 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,570.
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 $530 to $7,174, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $5,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,585.
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