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2038 Lee Rd 137

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Franklin, AL Local Guide

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. Atlas at Richland Road in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Quarters Auburn4x44BR,4BA$590
Atlas at Richland Road3BR/2.5BA - Duplex - Furnished3BR,2BA$699
The Greens at Auburn I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AL and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.83 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Villa Model at Stone Park Villas in the in the Outer East neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Greenwich Model at The Standard at Auburn starting at $1,638 with a $0.93 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.
Stone Park Villas4 Bedroom Villa4BR,2.5BA$0.83
The Standard at AuburnGreenwich5BR,5BA$0.93
Creekside of Auburn4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,4BA$0.51
THE ONE-AUBURNThe ONE~223BR,3.5BA$1.40
The Grove at Stone Park3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.07
The Domain On DonahueMiddle Two Bedroom 1/2 Bath Platinum2BR,2.5BA$1.03
The Quarters Auburn4x44BR,4BA$0.42
Logan SquareC23BR,3BA$0.65
319 Bragg3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C13BR,3BA$1.11
The Mill at Auburn2BR/2BA - B1 Standard - LVP2BR,2BA$0.97

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin

What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AL with pricing that ranges from $540 to $6,500. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $505 to $3,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franklin ranges from $505 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,000.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Franklin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franklin range from $699 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $505 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $540.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.