
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin Lakes, NJ from $600 (28 Rentals)
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Brooklawn Gardens

35 McKinley

Hawthorne Garden

Haledon Estates Apartments

Manchester Village

Kings Arms Garden Apartments
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Lafayette Park Apartments

211 Brittany Dr, Unit 211 Brittany Drive, Unit 211 Brittany Drive

Tudor Gardens

Pompton Hills

East Gate at Ridgewood

Wayne Village Apartments

Residences at Choctaw
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Summer Hill Senior (55+).Apartments

95 Norwood St

John Bartholf House Apartments

145 Parker Ave

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139 Royal

471 Sicomac Ave

44 Ekings Ave

Midland Apartments

15 Cottage St

49 7th Ave

8 N 12th St
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Franklin Lakes, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Lakes Studio Apartments | $3,316 | $2,195 | $10,000+ |
| Franklin Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,640 | $1,720 | $3,550 |
| Franklin Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $2,175 | $4,533 |
| Franklin Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,114 | $2,800 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Lakes Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin Lakes, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brooklawn Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood priced from $1,720. 35 McKinley in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin Lakes apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Lafayette Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Tudor Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Pompton Hills | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Berdan Court | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Waldwick Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,476 |
| Molly Brook on Belmont | Waverly | 1BR,1BA | $2,488 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin Lakes, NJ and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin Lakes area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Sunset Ridge at Totowa in the in the Totowa neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Franklin Lakes apartment is the C2 Model at Avalon Bloomingdale starting at $3,500 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Pompton Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Avalon Bloomingdale | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The VIEW at Wanaque | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Tudor Gardens | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| East Gate at Ridgewood | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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Best Local Schools in Franklin Lakes, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Lakes Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Lakes Apartment is $1,720 at Brooklawn Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklin Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin Lakes is starting from $2,175 at Brooklawn Gardens.
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