
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AL from $500 (39 Rentals)
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Atlas at Richland Road

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Shepherds Cove Apartments

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The Rosemary

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The Greens at Auburn I/II

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The Fairways at Auburn I/II

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Arbors On Taylor

Oakley Cove Apartments
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Summer Brooke Apartments

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Grayton on Dean

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Village West Apartments II

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Club 34

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The Domain On Donahue

Berry Hill Apartments

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Peppertree

The Grove at Stone Park

Broadstreet at EastChase Apartments
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Verandas at Mitylene

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Barrington Place

Deerwoode Apartments

The Morgan

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Asbury Hills

Woodland Hills

3297 S College St

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1007 Stonegate Dr
Franklin, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,763 | $1,629 | $2,103 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $662 | $1,940 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $806 | $2,700 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $645 | $3,600 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $590 | $5,000 |
| Franklin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,048 | $1,207 | $6,500 |
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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 Quarters Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $590. The Greens at Auburn I/II in the South Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $590 |
| The Greens at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Fairways at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II/IV | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Rosemary | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Grayton on Dean | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,137 |
| Club 34 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Village West Apartments II | The Nova | 2BR,2BA | $1,220 |
| Peppertree | Classic - Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| The Grove at Stone Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AL and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.40 price per square foot The ONE~22 Model at THE ONE-AUBURN in the in the North Auburn neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 3 Bedroom Duplex Model at Creekside of Auburn starting at $945 with a $0.66 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| THE ONE-AUBURN | The ONE~22 | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.40 |
| Creekside of Auburn | 3 Bedroom Duplex | 3BR,3BA | $0.66 |
| The Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.42 |
| Asbury Hills | Sandhurst | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Verandas at Mitylene | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 319 Bragg | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Barrington Place | Dalton | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Grove at Stone Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Village West Apartments II | The Nova | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Club 34 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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 $920 at The Rosemary.
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 $1,025 at Oakley Cove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakley Cove Apartments and starts from $1,125.
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