
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (18 Rentals)
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Starling Yard

71 Dana Ave

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197 S Yale Ave

1837 Sullivant Ave

43 1/2 Rodgers Ave, Unit 43 1/2
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205 Lechner Ave

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838-846 W Rich St

Trace Quarter

411-413-413 S Glenwood Ave

204 Souder Ave

1473 Thomas Ave
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1963 Broad - Lechner

878 Sullivant Ave

221 Dana Ave

1301 W Rich St

137.5 Avondale Ave

85-87 N Yale 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 | $1,282 | $1,160 | $1,409 |
| Franklinton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $824 | $1,989 |
| Franklinton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $933 | $2,108 |
| Franklinton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $1,195 | $1,350 |
| Franklinton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,381 | $4,381 | $4,381 |
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There are currently 18 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 $824. Starling Yard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Starling Yard | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| 221 Dana Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 85-87 N Yale Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 838-846 W Rich St | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklinton, OH
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklinton area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 85-87 N Yale Ave in the in the Franklinton neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Franklinton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at 838-846 W Rich St starting at $1,150 with a $1.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85-87 N Yale Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 838-846 W Rich St | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Trace Quarter | Trace-1E | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 197 S Yale Ave | 197 S Yale Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranklinton, Columbus, OH
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklinton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklinton Apartment is $824 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 $865 at Starling Yard.
What is the most affordable Franklinton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklinton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 85-87 N Yale Ave and starts from $1,100.
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