
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, MA from $500 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin County?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County Studio Apartments | $898 | $500 | $1,750 |
| Franklin County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,350 | $2,243 |
| Franklin County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $843 | $2,805 |
| Franklin County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $999 | $2,785 |
| Franklin County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $900 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin County, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cliffside Apartments in the Franklin County neighborhood priced from $1,364. Berkshire Apartments in the Franklin County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Junior Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
| Berkshire Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, MA
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin County area is the $1.42 price per square foot 155 Federal St Model at 155 Federal St, Unit 155 in the in the Franklin County neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Franklin County apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Berkshire Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Franklin County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155 Federal St, Unit 155 | 155 Federal St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Berkshire Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| North 116 Flats | B2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Mill House Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| The Social Amherst | Boston Deluxe Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Sugarloaf Estates | The New England | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 106 Chapman St, Unit 2a | 106 Chapman St | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Cliffside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Junior Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 12 Miles St, Unit 3 | 12 Miles St | Studio ,1BA | $2.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin County Apartment is $1,364 at Cliffside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklin County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin County is starting from $1,595 at Berkshire Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cliffside Apartments and starts from $2,589.
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