
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, NJ from $1,320 (54 Rentals)
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362 Rutherford Ave

58 Nestor St.

Franklin House Senior Apartments

174 Main St, Unit 2R

Alpine Village

Hillside Terrace

175 NJ-23

Wilson Manor

Brentwood Gardens
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NETCONG HEIGHTS

109 Quarry Rd

81 Main St, Unit 2

The Carriage Club

Treetop Apartments

Newtonian Gardens Apartments

69 King St

Boulder Hills at Wantage
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Shore Hill Apartments

Pinefield Manor

55 Gingerbread Castle Rd

Waterfall Village

Meridia Transit Plaza

The View At Mine Hill

Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes

Rustic Ridge

Mountain Top Estates

Avalon Wharton
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Kinnelon Ridge

80East

34 Bank at Netcong

Hillside Gardens

10 N. Main

Catherine Street

Valley Ridge on West Main

22 Croft Rd

1 S Lakeside Ave

27 Old Rte 23
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83 High St

224 Glen Rd

Carlton Village

14 Hillside Terrace

88 Trinity St

2 Gunstock Dr

Country Village

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

11 Hillside Terrace

5 Arapahoe Dr
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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 | $2,164 | $1,335 | $2,500 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,294 | $1,320 | $3,150 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,739 | $1,458 | $4,400 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $3,400 | $4,700 |
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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 Wilson Manor in the Rolling Hills Estates neighborhood priced from $1,650. 10 Unit Multifamily + Additional Income in the Rolling Hills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 10 Unit Multifamily + Additional Income | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Brook Bridge Apartments | Small 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,757 |
| NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Newtonian Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Shore Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 1,000 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, NJ and Nearby
As of August 29, 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 $2.10/sq.ft. - The Avon Model at Kinnelon Ridge starting at $2,590 with a $2.10 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 | $2.10/sq.ft. - The Avon | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Hillside Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,100 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Crown Walk | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 91 Main St, Unit 1 | 91 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Brook Bridge Apartments | Small 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 10 Unit Multifamily + Additional Income | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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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
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklin is at 80East listed at $2,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $1,650 at Wilson Manor.
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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