
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Franklin, MI from $800 (40 Rentals)
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Regal Towers

12 North

Pine Aire

Park at Franklin Senior Living

Parc on 12

The Franklin

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30052 W 12 Mile Rd

24056 Middlebelt Rd

30204 Southfield Rd

Pebble Creek

30276 Southfield Rd

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19639 W 12 Mile Rd

24060 Middlebelt Rd

14 Mile Condo 80

5000 Town Center

30042 W 12 Mile Rd

29880 W 12 Mile Rd

27915 Berrywood Ln

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $800 | $1,850 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $849 | $2,000 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $1,015 | $3,300 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,349 | $3,600 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,600 | $3,900 |
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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. Pine Aire in the Southfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. 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 |
| Pine Aire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Parc on 12 | Nelson - Edward | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Franklin | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Regal Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,054 |
| The Lakes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| The Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| The Addison at Southfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Franklin River Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MI and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.37 price per square foot The Charleston Model at Edge At Farmington Hills - Farmington Hills, MI in the in the Woodcreek neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Malone Model at Glens of Bloomfield starting at $2,155 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Bloomfield Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edge At Farmington Hills - Farmington Hills, MI | The Charleston | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Glens of Bloomfield | Malone | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Lancaster Hills | Woodville | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Carnegie Park Apartments | A2 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Franklin River Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Regal Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Lakes | 1 BED 1 BATH STYLE A | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Addison at Southfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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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 $915 at Oak Ridge.
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 Regal Towers and starts from $1,349.
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