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123 Declaration Dr

278 Walnut St

120 Brookside Dr

3741 Lima Ct

77 E Jefferson St
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73 Virgil Dr

88 Keran Manor Ct

637 Joy Dr

464 Carol Dr

1541 Brookfield Cir

640 Walnut St
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2781 Grand Fir Dr
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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 | $1,388 | $1,240 | $1,595 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,941 | $1,345 | $4,500 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,314 | $1,750 | $4,950 |
| Franklin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,672 | $2,400 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, IN is a Studio unit found at Waterbury Apartments in the Tracy Commons neighborhood priced from $775. Polo Run Apartments in the Winchester Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $836. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Polo Run Apartments | The Morgan 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $836 |
| The Fairways at Valle Vista | Birdie | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Yorktowne Farms Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| St. Andrews | 1Bd/1Ba Superior 2 Shwr | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, IN
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.20 price per square foot L3 Model at The Links at Franklin in the in the Cityview Farm neighborhood starting from $1,937. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Platinum Model at Copper Chase at Stones Crossing starting at $1,953 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Barton Lakes 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Franklin | L3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Copper Chase at Stones Crossing | Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Hartshire Lakes Apartments | Hawthorn | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Park Madison Apartments | Garden Style 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| City View Farm Apartments | The Vantage | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Devonshire Apartments | The Wellington Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Pinebrook Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Auburn Place | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Summit Pointe | The Columbus | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Yorktowne Farms Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, IN with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,227. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $1,240 to $4,950.
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 $1,240 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,078.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Franklin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franklin range from $1,375 to $3,227, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,760.
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