
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (12 Rentals)
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975-975.5-9755 Campbell Ave

Garden Heights Apartments
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153-155-155 Wisconsin Ave

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153 Wisconsin Ave
Franklinton, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklinton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Franklinton Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $1,074 | $1,300 |
Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $650 | $1,912 |
Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $864 | $2,183 |
Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $1,000 | $2,200 |
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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 Garden Heights Apartments priced from $799. Starling Yard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
Trace Quarter | Trace - 0B | Studio,1BA | $1,074 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $1.82 price per square foot 754 Sullivant Ave Model at 754 Sullivant Ave, Unit 754 in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the 756 Sullivant Ave Model at 756 Sullivant Ave, Unit 756 starting at $2,000 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus 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. |
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754 Sullivant Ave, Unit 754 | 754 Sullivant Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
756 Sullivant Ave, Unit 756 | 756 Sullivant Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
438 Columbian Ave | 438 Columbian Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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 |
Garden Heights Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Trace Quarter | Trace - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranklinton, Columbus, OH
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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 $1,074.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment is $799 at Garden Heights Apartments.
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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