
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, MO from $400 (19 Rentals)
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990 S Lay Ave

1050 Plaza Ct N, Unit 23

Summit Valley Apartments

17 Woodland Oaks Dr, Unit Woodland Oaks

Osage Estates Apartments
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101 Sunset Ln
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $873 | $642 | $1,150 |
| Franklin County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $699 | $1,350 |
| Franklin County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $1,100 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin County, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at 990 S Lay Ave priced from $680. Summit Valley Apartments in the Gray Summit neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | Bedrooms Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, MO
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin County area is the $0.96 price per square foot 3B/2B Model at Washington Terrace in the starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Franklin County apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Osage Estates Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Gray Summit 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Terrace | 3B/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | Bedrooms Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 2460 East 5th Street, Unit Newly Remodeled Condo | 2460 East 5th Street | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 619 Palisades Dr | 619 Palisades Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 1050 Plaza Ct N, Unit 23 | 1050 Plaza Ct N | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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 $680 at 990 S Lay Ave.
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 $900 at Summit Valley 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 Osage Estates Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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