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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 Winchester Oaks priced from $695. 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
Winchester OaksStudioStudio,1BA$695
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe AlumStudio,1BA$739
Camellia CourtOne Bedroom (1,1)1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion Franklin, OH

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion Franklin area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 365 Frebis Ave in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Marion Franklin apartment is the 662 Southwood Avenue Model at 662 Southwood Avenue starting at $1,950 with a $1.65 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.
365 Frebis Ave3 Bed3BR,3.5BA$1.67
662 Southwood Avenue662 Southwood Avenue3BR,2BA$1.65
Indian Mound3-Bed, 1-1/2-Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.32
Millstone Lakes ApartmentsGarden2BR,1BA$1.38
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$1.03
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
College Park1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.47
The Charles at BexleyOne-Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.37
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1A1BR,1BA$1.57
Camellia CourtOne Bedroom (1,1)1BR,1BA$1.52

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Marion Franklin, Columbus, OH

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marion Franklin

What type of rentals are currently available in Marion Franklin?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Marion Franklin, OH with pricing that ranges from $695 to $7,281. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marion Franklin ranging from $1,395 to $1,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Marion Franklin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Marion Franklin ranges from $1,395 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,588.

Expert Rental Resources

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