
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (7 Rentals)
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Garden Heights Apartments

1963 W Broad St
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753 1/2-878-872 Sullivant Ave

Trace Quarter

39 S Yale Ave
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1963 W Broad St
Franklinton, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklinton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklinton Studio Apartments | $1,042 | $959 | $1,104 |
| Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $675 | $1,597 |
| Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $999 | $1,870 |
| Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,124 | $1,550 |
| Franklinton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,275 | $1,275 |
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Cheapest Available Franklinton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franklinton area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 204 Souder Ave priced from $675. Garden Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204 Souder Ave | 204F | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 0A | Studio,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at 838-846 W Rich St in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Garden Heights Apartments starting at $899 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Franklinton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklinton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 838-846 W Rich St | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 204 Souder Ave | 204F | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 0B | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklinton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklinton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklinton is at Trace Quarter listed at $959.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment is $675 at 204 Souder Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklinton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklinton is starting from $999 at Garden Heights Apartments.
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