
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin Grove, IL from $400 (44 Rentals)
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High Meadows Apartments

Northland Park Apartments

Amber Manor

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

University Village Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive
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University Heights Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

Ashbury Court

Willis Senior Lofts

Colonial Townhouses

103 W Railroad St

Varsity Square Apartments
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Great Oaks Apartments

Sterling Towers

Lincolnshire West

The Terraces at Dekalb

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Westridge Apartments

503 W North St

Blackhawk Apartments
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908 Greenbrier Rd

Rock Falls Apartments

The Grove Apartments

4682 Trevor Cir

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

914 18th Ave

4651 GOVERNORS DR

4604 Governors Dr
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503 E 5th St

4210-4212 7th St

4714 Trevor Cir

412 W 4th St

4734 Trevor Cir

The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

4566 Governors Dr

4003 9th St
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4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir

1324 Mary Ave
Franklin Grove, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Grove Studio Apartments | $784 | $600 | $896 |
| Franklin Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $953 | $650 | $1,450 |
| Franklin Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $450 | $2,157 |
| Franklin Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $789 | $1,500 |
| Franklin Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,295 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Grove Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin Grove, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $670. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $670 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Ashbury Court | ST | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| 103 W Railroad St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road | Normal Road 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $901 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin Grove, IL and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin Grove area is the $1.29 price per square foot Ridge Two Bedroom Model at The Hamptons in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,265. The second greatest value Franklin Grove apartment is the 3 Model at Eco Park starting at $1,290 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamptons | Ridge Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 103 S Spring St | 103 S Spring St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Lincolnshire West | 1bu | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
| Ashbury Court | ST | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Grove Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklin Grove?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklin Grove is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Grove Apartment is $675 at Dixon River Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklin Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin Grove is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Grove Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Grove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.
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