
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, NJ from $500 (46 Rentals)
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58 Nestor St., Unit E

Franklin House Senior Apartments

174 Main St, Unit 3R

Valley Ridge on West Main

Alpine Village

Hillside Terrace

175 NJ-23

Brook Bridge Apartments
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104 Quarry Rd

Wilson Manor

Brentwood Gardens

Jefferson Ridge Apartments

The Carriage Club

NETCONG HEIGHTS

10 N. Main

109 Quarry Rd

Treetop Apartments
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Newtonian Gardens Apartments

69 King St

Boulder Hills at Wantage

Pinefield Manor

Shore Hill Apartments

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

55 Gingerbread Castle Rd

Waterfall Village

Avalon Wharton
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Irondale at Wharton Apartments

Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes

2 Great Gorge Terrace

22 Croft Rd

27 Old Rte 23

224 Glen Rd

83 High St

Carlton Village

55 Madison St
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Country Village

45 Sussex St

132 Sparta Ave

88 Trinity St

2 Squaw Valley Ct

1 Red Lodge Dr

16 Mattison Ave

10-12 Maple Cres

37 Georgia Ave
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1 S Lakeside Ave
Franklin, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $2,079 | $1,335 | $2,600 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,139 | $3,050 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $1,458 | $4,300 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,561 | $2,800 | $4,495 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brook Bridge Apartments in the Sussex County neighborhood priced from $1,513. Wilson Manor in the Rolling Hills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Bridge Apartments | Small 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,513 |
| Wilson Manor | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Treetop Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Basement) | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 10 N. Main | Y1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Newtonian Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Shore Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, NJ and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $2.04 price per square foot 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 Model at Mountain Ridge at Sussex in the in the Briar Crest at Crystal Springs neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the $2.03/sq.ft. - The Avon Model at Kinnelon Ridge starting at $2,510 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Grandview at Kinnelon 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Ridge at Sussex | 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Kinnelon Ridge | $2.03/sq.ft. - The Avon | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Hillside Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,100 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 34 Bank at Netcong | 2B6 Lake View & Top Floor - Two Bedroom - 1,098... | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Brook Bridge Apartments | Medium 2BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.44 |
| The Crown Walk | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Woodmont West at Mt. Arlington | Laguna | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 91 Main St, Unit 1 | 91 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Best Local Schools in Franklin, NJ
Hardyston Elementary School
Delsea Regional High School
Delsea Regional Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $1,513 at Brook Bridge Apartments.
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 $2,100 at Mountain Top Estates.
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