
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, MA from $500 (8 Rentals)
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Franklin County, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin County?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County Studio Apartments | $981 | $500 | $1,750 |
| Franklin County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,350 | $2,375 |
| Franklin County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $799 | $2,805 |
| Franklin County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $999 | $2,970 |
| Franklin County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
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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 priced from $1,410. Berkshire Apartments 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 | 1x1 Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| 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 June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin County area is the $1.75 price per square foot 22 Phillips St Model at 22 Phillips St, Unit 4 in the starting from $1,925. 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 . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Phillips St, Unit 4 | 22 Phillips St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Berkshire Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| North 116 Flats | B4 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Sugarloaf Estates | The Corporate | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 6 Long Farm Ter, Unit 6 Long Farm Ter | 6 Long Farm Ter | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 392 Montague Rd | 392 Montague Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Cliffside Apartments | 1x1 Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Franklin County?
The cheapest apartment in Franklin County is Cliffside Apartments which is listed at $1,410, while the average apartment in Franklin County costs $2,497.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Franklin County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Franklin County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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