
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, LA from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Spanish Lake Apartments

Sugarland Terrace

Stone Bridge

Garden Heights Apartments

Belle Vue Villa Apartments

City Heights Magnolia

Colonial Estates
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Acadian Point Apartments

The Bradford Apartments

Grove At Plantation

Emberwood

CityParc

The Arts Apartments At Broussard Crossing

Mainstreet Annex at River Ranch

Bayou Reserve
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Elora Place

The Plantation at Lafayette

Reserve at Squirrel Run

Plantation Crossing

Lafayette Gardens

Mainstreet at River Ranch

Waterview Apartment Homes

The Reserve at River Place
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Audubon Lake Apartment Homes

Parkway Villas

419 Charles St

405 Anderson St

218 W St Peter St

1110 Walton St

921 S Theater St

517 Lasalle St
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1500 Adam St

505 E Main St

Admiral Pointe

Santa Rosa

306 S Severin St

118 Oak Ridge Ave

104 Oak Ridge Ave

Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes
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1422 Southport Blvd
Franklin, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $959 | $934 | $984 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $650 | $2,850 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $750 | $3,650 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $694 | $2,442 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $745 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot Point of New Iberia in the St Martin Parish neighborhood priced from $650. Stone Bridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot Point of New Iberia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Stone Bridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Belle Vue Villa Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| City Heights Magnolia | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Colonial Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Bradford Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Emberwood | Pinecone | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| CityParc | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| The Arts Apartments At Broussard Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, LA and Nearby
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.12 price per square foot B1 Model at The Highlands Lafayette in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $1,540. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the tu2-th Model at Turnberry Townhomes starting at $1,275 with a $1.02 price per square foot . 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 Highlands Lafayette | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Turnberry Townhomes | tu2-th | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Plantation at Lafayette | 2 Bed 2 Bath (B1) | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Colonial Estates | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Acadian Point Apartments | B1 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Elora Place | One Bedroom (a) | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Stone Bridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| The Bradford Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| City Heights Magnolia | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Patriot Point of New Iberia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Franklin, LA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $650 at Patriot Point of New Iberia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin is starting from $750 at Patriot Point of New Iberia.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stone Bridge and starts from $950.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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