
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklin Park Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (14 Rentals)
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Parkview Arms

196 Miller Ave

Park Towers

1621-1631 Oak St

450-452 Fairwood Ave

1903-1909 Bryden Rd
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1954 E Main St

1884-1888 E Rich St

Fairwood Commons

The Neil House Apartments

1485 Oak St

Parkwood HQ

Park Plaza
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Franklin Park, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Park Studio Apartments | $1,360 | $1,129 | $2,000 |
| Franklin Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $764 | $2,175 |
| Franklin Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $807 | $2,150 |
| Franklin Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $2,150 | $3,100 |
| Franklin Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,750 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Franklin Park Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Franklin Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franklin Park area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairwood Commons priced from $764. 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $839. Here are the most affordable Franklin Park apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| THE STATION at Trolley District | Studio - Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,129 |
| Parkview Arms | Stratford | 3BR,2BA | $3,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin Park, OH
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin Park area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Franklin Park apartment is the Stratford Model at Parkview Arms starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom | 5BR,5BA | $1.02 |
| Parkview Arms | Stratford | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | Renovated - Square 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| THE STATION at Trolley District | Studio - Premium | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Franklin Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Franklin Park is under $3,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Franklin Park?
The cheapest apartment in Franklin Park is Fairwood Commons which is listed at $764, while the average apartment in Franklin Park costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Franklin Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Franklin Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Franklin Park?
Cheap apartments in Franklin Park have an average cost of $1,463 which is $2,037 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Franklin Park.
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