
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, TN from $900 (50 Rentals)
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613 Hillsboro Rd

Viera Cool Springs

Franklin Manor Apartments

Carrington Hills

Town Center at Berry Farms

Magnolia Place Apartments

32205 N Course View

The Madison Franklin

South Wind Apartment Homes
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Wyndchase Aspen Grove

IMT at the Galleria

IMT Cool Springs

Artessa Apartments

Ashton Brook

Heritage Place

Furnished Studio-Nashville - Franklin - Cool Springs

Harpeth River Oaks

Sussex Downs

Heartwood at Lockwood Glen
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Grove at Shadow Green Apartments

Mandolin at Stream Valley

MAA Cool Springs

Paxton Cool Springs

Greenhaven

101 Generals Retreat Pl

The Harper

Vintage Franklin

ELLISON COOL SPRINGS

The Whitney Franklin
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IMT Franklin Gateway

Cadence Cool Springs Apartments

Dwell at McEwen

749 Mt Hope St

Legacy Cool Springs Apartments

McEwen Northside

3201 Aspen Grove Drive, Unit A7

Liberty Oaks Apartments

335 Granbury St

Royal Oaks Apartments
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5576 Hargrove Rd

Camden Franklin Park

2004 Granville Rd

404 Granville Rd

613 Hillsboro Rd

The Everly at Historic Franklin

1101 Downs Blvd

200 Royal Oaks Blvd

The Landings of Brentwood Apartments

Vintage Tollgate Apartments
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Franklin, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,799 | $1,499 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,224 | $4,004 |
| Cheap Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $1,345 | $5,378 |
| Cheap Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $1,750 | $9,900 |
| Cheap Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,851 | $3,845 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Franklin, TN
Pricing Updated: 01/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Franklin, TN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Franklin Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Franklin | $4,250 | $1,200 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Viera Cool Springs in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood priced from $1,324. Carrington Hills in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viera Cool Springs | Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| Carrington Hills | Dominion | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Town Center at Berry Farms | A1a | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| The Landings of Brentwood Apartments | Ashlawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,382 |
| The Madison Franklin | The Henley | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Wyndchase Aspen Grove | Aspen Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,422 |
| Vintage Tollgate Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| IMT at the Galleria | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| IMT Cool Springs | A2W | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, TN
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.78 price per square foot 4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage Model at Oakbrook Townhomes in the in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood starting from $3,845. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Colonial A Model at 780 Townhomes starting at $3,400 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Garden Club Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook Townhomes | 4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.78 |
| 780 Townhomes | Colonial A | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.81 |
| 3201 Aspen Grove Drive, Unit A7 | 3201 Aspen Grove Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| IMT Franklin Gateway | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| The Whitney Franklin | Harlinsdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Sussex Downs | Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Heritage Place | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| Ashton Brook | A2 Diplomat | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Madison Franklin | The Henley | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 Paxton Cool Springs listed at $1,605.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $1,324 at Viera Cool Springs.
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 $1,459 at The Landings of Brentwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wyndchase Aspen Grove and starts from $1,956.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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