
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (22 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the South Franklinton area of Columbus.


65 W Moler St

449 Nace Ave

349 E Welch Ave

513 Cline St
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418 Catherine St

220 W Park Ave

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510 E Markison Ave

1560 S 4th St
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155 W Main St

241 W Park Ave

90 E Neff Ave

60 W Park Ave

190 Dana Ave
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879 Sullivant Ave

51 N Princeton Ave

381 Brehl Ave

147 Schultz Ave

46-48 Dakota Ave
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150 E Main St

65 Dana Ave
South Franklinton, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Franklinton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Franklinton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,303 | $925 | $5,500 |
South Franklinton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,012 | $1,250 | $4,100 |
South Franklinton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Franklinton Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available South Franklinton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Franklinton area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. Starling Yard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $400. Here are the most affordable South Franklinton apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
Belmont Apartments | Student Room | Studio,1BA | $425 |
Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Woodbury Garden Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Franklinton, OH
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Franklinton area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Franklinton apartment is the 1584 S 4th St Model at 1584 S 4th St, Unit 1584 4th st starting at $1,350 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Franklinton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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414-416 E. Whittier St | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.85 |
1584 S 4th St, Unit 1584 4th st | 1584 S 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
52 1/2 N Yale Ave | 52 1/2 N Yale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
52 N Yale Ave | 52 N Yale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $0.47 |
The Abigail | 2B1B - Custom Lx2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Columbus Renaissance Housing I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Garden Heights Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Woodbury Garden Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Franklinton
What type of rentals are currently available in South Franklinton?
There are currently 453 Apartments for Rent in South Franklinton, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $9,650. There are also 101 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Franklinton ranging from $840 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Franklinton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Franklinton ranges from $840 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,901.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Franklinton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Franklinton range from $511 to $9,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,585.
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