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19 Chester St

53-55 Main St, Unit 53-2

658 Old West Central St

338 Summer St, Unit 9
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49 Miller St

150 Rumford Ave

5 Austin St

173 Main St, Unit 1A

67 Milliken Ave, Unit 22B
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,750 | $1,900 | $4,800 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,337 | $2,700 | $4,900 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,142 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Woods Apartments in the 495 South neighborhood priced from $1,432. Franklin Landings in the 495 South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Woods Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| Franklin Landings | One Bedroom Traditional Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Franklin Extended Stay Hotel | Studio Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $2.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Franklin Commons in the in the 495 South neighborhood starting from $2,555. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Glen Meadow Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the 495 South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Commons | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Glen Meadow Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Hathon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| The Curtis | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Charles Bellingham | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Station 117 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| Union Place | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Halstead Franklin | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Oak Woods Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Franklin Landings | One Bedroom Traditional Style | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $3,950. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $800 to $16,500.
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 $800 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,360.
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