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Cheapest Available Franklin County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin County, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older in the Discovery District neighborhood priced from $300. Juniper Crossing in the South Columbus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Juniper Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$390
Granville Woods Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$395
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$425
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$506
The CanterburyAspenStudio,1BA$635
Hometeam PropertiesStudio - Multiple AvailableStudio,1BA$650
Holiday House Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$660
Alpine Village1 X 21BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, OH

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklin County area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Franklin County apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414-416 E. Whittier St4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.85
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.50
Northern Place Townhomes2 BDRM2BR,1.5BA$0.77
Hyde Park Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse2BR,1BA$0.85
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.71
Providence Glen3b2b3BR,2BA$0.87
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.53
Juniper Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$0.53
Granville Woods Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.55
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin County

What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin County?

There are currently 4682 Apartments for Rent in Franklin County, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $21,000. There are also 1266 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin County ranging from $575 to $16,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franklin County ranges from $575 to $16,250 with an average monthly rent of $5,725.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franklin County range from $650 to $6,146, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.