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Starling Yard
120 S Central AveColumbus, OH 43222
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (13 Rentals)
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416 S Yale Ave
ColumbusOH43223
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$899 - $9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Garden Heights Apartments
1440-1491 W Rich StColumbus, OH 43223
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Newly Renovated Apartment Building
1963 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43223
197-199-199 Stevens Ave
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741 Sullivant Ave
ColumbusOH43222
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$1,054 - $2,050Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Trace Quarter
80 S Sounder AveColumbus, OH 43222
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197 Stevens Ave
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112 Dana Ave
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137.5 Avondale Ave
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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 | $1,206 | $1,099 | $1,323 |
| Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $899 | $1,787 |
| Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $864 | $2,050 |
| Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $1,225 | $1,524 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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 Starling Yard priced from $401. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $401 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 0A | Studio,1BA | $1,058 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $1.05 price per square foot 190 Schultz Ave Model at 190 Schultz Ave, Unit 190 in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the 2 bdr Model at Starling Yard starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190 Schultz Ave, Unit 190 | 190 Schultz Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Starling Yard | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 30 Martin Ave, Unit B | 30 Martin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 71 Martin Ave, Unit 71.5 | 71 Martin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranklinton, Columbus, OH
Ranked #163
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Franklinton Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklinton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Franklinton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Franklinton is under $1,058.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Franklinton?
The cheapest apartment in Franklinton is Starling Yard which is listed at $401, while the average apartment in Franklinton costs $1,929.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Franklinton?
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 12 regular apartments in Franklinton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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