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79 Garfield Ave

297 CT-32
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113 Palmer Rd

159 Connecticut Ave

204 Main St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,296 | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,740 | $2,200 | $3,500 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,100 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Franklin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,650 | $3,300 | $4,000 |
| Franklin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Moosup Gardens Townhomes in the Central Village neighborhood priced from $1,000. 560 On Main in the Northwest New London Colchester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Tulip | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 560 On Main | SM Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, CT and Nearby
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.59 price per square foot Lily Model at Moosup Gardens Townhomes in the in the Central Village neighborhood starting from $1,686. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Oxoboxo Lofts starting at $1,875 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Lily | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Meadowbrook Gardens | 2X2AB | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Blackstone Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Norwich | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Summitwoods Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 35 Chestnut St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 560 On Main | SM 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Lofts at Ponemah Mills | PM1aF-T | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Terraces Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, CT with pricing that ranges from $710 to $3,450. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $1,000 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Franklin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franklin ranges from $1,000 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,523.
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