Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marion Franklin Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (13 Rentals)

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Seton South Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seton South Apartments

155 Highview BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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Elim Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elim Manor

3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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Parsons Village West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parsons Village West

1854 S Washington AveColumbus, OH 43207
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Aries Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aries Court

3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Fairgate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairgate Apartments

1523 Burstock RdColumbus, OH 43206
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Fair Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Oaks Apartments

1683 Smith RdColumbus, OH 43207
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Marion Franklin, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marion Franklin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marion Franklin area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Gardenview Flats priced from $700. Columbus Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Marion Franklin apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gardenview FlatsYour Dream Apartment + 1 Month FREE — Only at G...Studio,1BA$700
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe AlumStudio,1BA$739
Winchester OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$826
SkyView1 BR, 1 BA - Classic1BR,1BA$963

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion Franklin, OH

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marion Franklin area is the $0.79 price per square foot 409 E Markison Ave Model at 409 E Markison Ave, Unit C in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Marion Franklin apartment is the Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes starting at $1,546 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marion Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
409 E Markison Ave, Unit C409 E Markison Ave3BR,1BA$0.79
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit C 4 bedroom TH4BR,2.5BA$1.15
College Park2 Bed Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.46
The Charles at BexleyTwo-Bedroom Garden2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Millstone Lakes ApartmentsGarden2BR,1BA$1.38
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
539 Southwood Ave539 Southwood Ave2BR,1.5BA$0.73
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1A1BR,1BA$1.45
Winchester OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Marion Franklin, Columbus, OH

Ranked #186

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Marion Franklin Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion Franklin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marion Franklin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marion Franklin is at Gardenview Flats listed at $700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Franklin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Franklin Apartment is $750 at Gardenview Flats.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marion Franklin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marion Franklin is starting from $899 at Columbus Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Marion Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marion Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SkyView and starts from $1,252.

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