
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (12 Rentals)
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Garden Heights Apartments

Newly Renovated Apartment Building

1963 W Broad St

1233 Cable Ave

741 Sullivant Ave
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306 1/2 Dakota Ave

Trace Quarter

1020-1026-1026 Cable Ave

1068 Scott St

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 | $1,168 | $1,024 | $1,361 |
| Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $789 | $1,903 |
| Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $925 | $1,902 |
| Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $1,144 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 12 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 $789. 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 | $789 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 0A | Studio,1BA | $1,024 |
| 838-846 W Rich St | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at 838-846 W Rich St in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the 1 bdr Model at Starling Yard starting at $789 with a $0.93 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 | $1.47 |
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 30 Martin Ave, Unit B | 30 Martin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,024.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment is $789 at Starling Yard.
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 $933 at Starling Yard.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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