
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (26 Rentals)
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1336 -1338 Sullivant Ave Columbus, OH 43223

1234-1236 W Broad St

849-851 W Town St

931-937 W Town St

241-243 Martin Ave
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397 Catherine St

309-321 Martha Ave

424-430 Columbian Ave

1657 Sullivant Ave

1575 Sullivant Ave

Hariett's Hope
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1601 Sullvant Ave

949-957 W Broad St

1416-1424 Rickenbacker St

928 W Rich St

739 W Rich St

767 W Rich St
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McKinley Manor

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Starling Yard

1963 Broad - Lechner

1691 Sullivant Ave

Yale Avenue Apartments
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Town Square Station

400-410 S Glenwood Ave
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 | $1,067 | $900 | $1,117 |
| Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $725 | $1,618 |
| Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $915 | $1,738 |
| Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
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Cheapest Available Franklinton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franklinton area of Columbus, OH is a 3 Beds unit found at Starling Yard priced from $530. 204 Souder Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starling Yard | 3 bdr | 3BR,2BA | $530 |
| 204 Souder Ave | 204G | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 0A | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
| McKinley Manor | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,193 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $1.33 price per square foot 52 N Yale Ave Model at 52 N Yale Ave, Unit 52 A in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the 1 bdr Model at Starling Yard starting at $915 with a $1.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 N Yale Ave, Unit 52 A | 52 N Yale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| McKinley Manor | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 1641 Sullivant Ave, Unit C | 1641 Sullivant Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| 204 Souder Ave | 204G | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 $1,044.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment is $725 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 $933 at Starling Yard.
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