Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marion Franklin Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)

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Berwick Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berwick Grove

3240 Tradan DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Elim Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elim Manor

3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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Aries Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aries Court

3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Lockbourne Greene
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lockbourne Greene

1840 Lockbourne RdColumbus, OH 43207
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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. Winchester Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. 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
Winchester OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe Milbrook1BR,1BA$789
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$997
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion Franklin, OH

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marion Franklin area is the $1.09 price per square foot Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,459. The second greatest value Marion Franklin apartment is the 2 Bed Townhouse Model at College Park starting at $1,495 with a $1.46 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.
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit C 4 bedroom TH4BR,2.5BA$1.09
College Park2 Bed Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.46
Millstone Lakes ApartmentsGarden2BR,1BA$1.38
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
Parsons Village East Senior ApartmentsA22BR,1BA$1.46
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
3001 Markham Rd, Unit 3001A3001 Markham Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
TimbercreekSpring Brook2BR,1BA$1.38
The Charles at BexleyOne-Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.33
Winchester OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Marion Franklin, Columbus, OH

Ranked #217

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 price of a cheap apartment in Marion Franklin?

The cheapest apartment in Marion Franklin is Gardenview Flats which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Marion Franklin costs $2,012.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Marion Franklin?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Marion Franklin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Marion Franklin?

Cheap apartments in Marion Franklin have an average cost of $161 which is $1,851 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Marion Franklin.

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