
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MN from $300 (72 Rentals)
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45 N High Dr NW

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Suite Liv'N - Willmar

1212 Heckman Ct

Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Parkview Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Downtown Estates

Red Skye Lofts

Nyberg Apartments 55+
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907 Dale St Apartments

Hartshorn Manor

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Somerset Properties

Nexus Apartments

St. James Apartments

Country Club Manor

Henry Hill Apartments

Cedar Acres Apartments

Windom Landing

Edgeview Apartments
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Lakeland Apartments

Highland Apartments

Stone Meadow Apartments

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Regency Apartments

Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes

Wolverine Meadows

Block 100

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Block 25 Lofts

Highfield Apartments

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Valleyside Townhomes
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Sterling Manor Apartments

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The Preserve on 24th

520 6th St

Sunrise Manor

Clara City Community Haus

Fairview Apartments

330 4th St SW

River Ridge Apartments

Southview Apartments

Erickson Meadowview Apartments
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Grove Heights Townhomes

Lake Place II

Scotland Green Apartments

539 Pacific Ave SW

Lake Ripley Apartments

North Villa Apartments

Bethel On Bryant

131 W 11th St

Autumn Glen Apartments

Autumn Glen Townhomes
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Franklin, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $889 | $745 | $1,090 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $525 | $1,500 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $625 | $1,759 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,150 | $2,300 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $975 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at RC Square Apartments in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood priced from $625. Bethel On Bryant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Suite Liv'N - Willmar | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 907 Dale St Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MN and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Lower Level ADA Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Parkview Apartments starting at $815 with a $0.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windom Landing | 2 Bedroom - Lower Level ADA | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Valleyside Townhomes | 2BR/1 Bath One Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Somerset Properties | Two Bedroom B - Somerset | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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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 Suite Liv'N - Willmar listed at $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $745 at Bethel On Bryant.
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 $625 at RC Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'N - Willmar and starts from $1,150.
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