
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood of Franklin, TN from $900 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Franklin area of Franklin.


Franklin Manor Apartments

The Madison Franklin

Royal Oaks Apartments

Grove at Shadow Green Apartments

South Wind Apartment Homes
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The Everly at Historic Franklin

Magnolia Place
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Dwell at McEwen

Vintage Franklin Apartments

Wyndchase Aspen Grove

McEwen Northside
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The Residences at Harpeth Square

210 Maple Dr

Liberty Oaks Apartments

613 Hillsboro Rd

Sussex Downs

The Whitney Franklin
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Downtown Franklin, Franklin, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,913 | $1,913 | $1,913 |
| Downtown Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,200 | $3,028 |
| Downtown Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,195 | $5,312 |
| Downtown Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $1,750 | $9,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood of Franklin, TN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Franklin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Franklin area of Franklin, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Franklin Manor Apartments priced from $1,200. The Madison Franklin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,371. Here are the most affordable Downtown Franklin apartments for rent in Franklin, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 bd/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Madison Franklin | The Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 2 BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Grove at Shadow Green Apartments | A1 Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,468 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Franklin, TN
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Franklin area is the $1.82 price per square foot Abington A Model at 780 Townhomes in the in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood starting from $3,403. The second greatest value Downtown Franklin apartment is the B12 to B14 Model at Dwell at McEwen starting at $2,516 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 780 Townhomes | Abington A | 3BR,3BA | $1.82 |
| Dwell at McEwen | B12 to B14 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| The Whitney Franklin | Harlinsdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Sussex Downs | Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 2 BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 bd/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Heritage Place | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Magnolia Place | 2 x 1.5 R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Greenhaven | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Franklin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Franklin Apartment is $1,200 at Franklin Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Franklin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Franklin is starting from $1,445 at Royal Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wyndchase Aspen Grove and starts from $2,221.
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