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property at 451 E Town St

$1,095 - $1,295

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

451 E Town St

ColumbusOH43215

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property at 494 Forest St

$1,175

1 Bedroom Rentals

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494 Forest St

ColumbusOH43206

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property at 120 E Mound St

$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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120 E Mound St

ColumbusOH43215

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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
74 E Engler St3CStudio,1BA$785
620 E. Town Street Apartments1 BR - +$50 Water1BR,1BA$825
1114 N High StJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$840
Atcheson Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$841
Gordon HouseStudioStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH

As of January 25, 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
1210 Dennison Ave, Unit 12101210 Dennison Ave2BR,1BA$1.19
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
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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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 #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Franklinton

What type of rentals are currently available in East Franklinton?

There are currently 850 Apartments for Rent in East Franklinton, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $8,644. There are also 233 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Franklinton ranging from $750 to $6,500.

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 $750 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,217.

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 $650 to $8,644, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.

Expert Rental Resources

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.