Cheap Apartments for Rent near Franklin, AL from $540 (32 Rentals)

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Grayton on Dean
$1,137 - $1,667

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Base Rent$1,137 - $1,667

Total Monthly Price$1,137 - $1,667
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Grayton on Dean

420 N Dean RdAuburn, AL 36830
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The Rosemary
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$1,141 - $1,553

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Base Rent$1,141 - $1,553

Total Monthly Price$1,141 - $1,553
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The Rosemary

135 Hambleton RdMontgomery, AL 36117
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Arbors On Taylor
$1,151 - $1,536

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Base Rent$1,151 - $1,536

Total Monthly Price$1,151 - $1,536
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 11

Arbors On Taylor

485 Taylor RdMontgomery, AL 36117
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The Domain On Donahue
$1,200 - $1,500

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Base Rent$1,200 - $1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,200 - $1,500
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The Domain On Donahue

1001 N Donahue DrAuburn, AL 36832
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Club 34
$1,250 - $1,550

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Base Rent$1,250 - $1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,250 - $1,550
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Club 34

1000 N Donahue DrAuburn, AL 36832
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Peppertree
$1,269 - $1,779

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Base Rent$1,269 - $1,779

Total Monthly Price$1,269 - $1,779
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 3

Peppertree

8201 Vaughn RdMontgomery, AL 36116
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Barrington Place
$1,444 - $1,754

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Base Rent$1,444 - $1,754

Total Monthly Price$1,444 - $1,754
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Barrington Place

280 New Haven BlvdMontgomery, AL 36117
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2038 Lee Rd 137

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Woodland Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Hills

830 N Donahue DrAuburn, AL 36832
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, AL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Mill at Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $655. The Quarters Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mill at Auburn4BR/4BA - D1 Luxe4BR,4BA$655
The Quarters Auburn4x44BR,4BA$695
Atlas at Richland Road3BR/2.5BA - Duplex - Furnished3BR,2BA$749
The Fairways at Auburn I/IIClassic Deluxe II/IV1BR,1BA$965
The Greens at Auburn I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$965
Oakley Cove Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Summer Brooke Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Shepherds Cove Apartments3 Bed x 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,135
Grayton on Dean1A1BR,1BA$1,137
The RosemaryOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,189

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AL and Nearby

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.58 price per square foot Sanders Model at 423 Sanders St in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 4bd 4.5 bath Model at 406 N Donahue Dr starting at $1,300 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
423 Sanders StSanders5BR,5.5BA$0.58
406 N Donahue Dr4bd 4.5 bath4BR,4.5BA$0.62
Creekside of Auburn4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,4BA$0.51
The Grove at Stone Park3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.08
The Domain On DonahueMiddle Two Bedroom 1/2 Bath Platinum2BR,2.5BA$1.03
Evergreen Auburn2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.78
The Quarters Auburn2x22BR,2BA$0.89
Shepherds Cove Apartments3 Bed x 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.08
The Mill at Auburn2BR/2BA - B1 Standard - LVP2BR,2BA$0.97
Samford Square2x2s2BR,2BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $965 at The Greens at Auburn I/II.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin is starting from $940 at The Quarters Auburn.

What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Quarters Auburn and starts from $725.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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