
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AR from $400 (47 Rentals)
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The Heights Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

Sugarloaf Studios

The Vue on Self Circle

Courtyard @ The Corner

Williamsburg Apartments

Gladiola Estates

Park Lake
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Meadow Lake Apartments

Country Meadows Apartments

The Links at Jonesboro

Pines Apartments

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Quail Run at Meadow Springs

Park West Senior Apartments

Shadowbrook Apartments

Mountain Station Apartments
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Woodland's Edge

The Flats Apartments

The Greens at Jonesboro

Cardinal Apartments

Norfork Villas

The Grand

Cedar Manor Apartments

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Caraway Commons

Grand Oak Place
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The Ellington

White River Commons

234 S Thayer Ave

1263 St Louis St

414 Pierce St

West End Social

1325 N Main St

232 Hynes St

Valley Estates Heber Springs
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5520 Co Rd 1380

1265 Arch St

Tara Apartments

West Towne Apartments

Black River Studios

1450 North St

686 W 4th St

22 Aaron St

Creekside Village Townhomes
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Villas at Jonesboro

701 McLain St
Franklin, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $755 | $425 | $925 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $475 | $1,950 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $565 | $1,738 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $775 | $1,438 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, AR is a Studio unit found at Mammoth Spring priced from $425. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Spring | Studio | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Sugarloaf Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| The Vue on Self Circle | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| 6444 Highway 178 S | Studio / Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Gladiola Estates | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Park Lake | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| The Links at Jonesboro | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, AR and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Malerie St Model at The Oak Townhomes starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| The Oak Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Malerie St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Wolf River Lodge | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Caraway Commons | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | MEDIUM 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Creekside Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Cedar Manor Apartments | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Sugarloaf Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklin is at Mammoth Spring listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $475 at Breckenridge Apartments.
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 $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Courtyard @ The Corner and starts from $900.
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