
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Franklin, MI from $800 (34 Rentals)
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12 North

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The Franklin

Parc on 12

The Pines

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Franklin, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,044 | $800 | $1,550 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $899 | $1,750 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,015 | $3,079 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,099 | $3,669 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, MI is a Studio unit found at Oak Ridge in the Southfield neighborhood priced from $800. Regal Towers in the Southfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Regal Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Pine Aire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| The Franklin | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Parc on 12 | Nelson - Edward | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Pebble Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| The Lakes | 2 BED 1 BATH STYLE C | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| The Addison at Southfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MI and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.22 price per square foot Woodville Model at Lancaster Hills in the in the Southfield neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Claymoor Luxury Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Southfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Hills | Woodville | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Claymoor Luxury Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Carnegie Park Apartments | C1 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Franklin River Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Regal Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| The Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Pebble Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Lakes | 1 BED 1 BATH STYLE B | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Franklin | Studio - A | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklin is at Oak Ridge listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $849 at Regal Towers.
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 $1,015 at Oak Ridge.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Aire and starts from $1,450.
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