Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood of Franklin, TN from $900 (26 Rentals)

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Royal Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Oaks Apartments

179 N Royal Oaks BlvdFranklin, TN 37067
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Downtown Franklin, Franklin, TN Local Guide

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 The Madison Franklin priced from $1,431. Wyndchase Aspen Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable Downtown Franklin apartments for rent in Franklin, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Madison FranklinThe Oxford1BR,1BA$1,431
Wyndchase Aspen GroveAspen Renovated1BR,1BA$1,437
Magnolia Place Apartments1 BD | 1 BA 668 sf1BR,1BA$1,470
South Wind Apartment HomesSodina1BR,1BA$1,471
The Whitney FranklinFieldstone1BR,1BA$1,495
Sussex DownsHuntington2BR,2BA$1,542
GreenhavenA11BR,1BA$1,581
Harpeth River OaksThe Cypress2BR,1BA$1,586
Grove at Shadow Green ApartmentsA2 Dogwood1BR,1BA$1,590
Heritage PlaceB2 - Partially Renovated2BR,1BA$1,599

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Franklin, TN

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Franklin area is the $1.76 price per square foot 4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage Model at Oakbrook Townhomes in the in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood starting from $3,819. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakbrook Townhomes4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage4BR,3.5BA$1.76
780 TownhomesColonial A3BR,3.5BA$1.81
Sussex DownsHuntington2BR,2BA$1.47
Harpeth River OaksThe Cypress2BR,1BA$1.64
Heritage PlaceB2 - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.84
South Wind Apartment HomesSodina1BR,1BA$1.81
Grove at Shadow Green ApartmentsA2 Dogwood1BR,1BA$1.99
GreenhavenA11BR,1BA$2.11
Wyndchase Aspen GroveAspen Renovated1BR,1BA$2.03
The Madison FranklinThe Oxford1BR,1BA$2.11

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Franklin, Franklin, TN

Ranked #2

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood in Franklin, TN

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,431 at The Madison Franklin.

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 $1,542 at Sussex Downs.

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 $1,973.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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