
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood of Franklin, TN from $900 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Franklin area of Franklin.


Greenhaven

Magnolia Place

The Madison Franklin

Wyndchase Aspen Grove

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Royal Oaks Apartments
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The Whitney Franklin

601 Boyd Mill Ave, Unit D2

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McEwen Northside

1101 Downs Blvd, Unit 257

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Sussex Downs

1101 Downs Blvd
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1705 Granville Rd
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,200 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,345 | $5,312 |
| Downtown Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,034 | $1,750 | $9,900 |
| Downtown Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,994 | $3,874 | $4,115 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 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. Greenhaven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,360. 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 |
| Greenhaven | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Madison Franklin | The Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 2 BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Franklin, TN
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Franklin area is the $1.79 price per square foot 4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage Model at Oakbrook Townhomes in the in the Garden Club Estates neighborhood starting from $3,874. The second greatest value Downtown Franklin apartment is the Abington A Model at The Row at Franklin starting at $3,453 with a $1.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook Townhomes | 4A - Winstead Townhome with Attached Garage | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.79 |
| The Row at Franklin | Abington A | 3BR,3BA | $1.85 |
| The Whitney Franklin | Harlinsdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Sussex Downs | Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 2 BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 bd/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Wyndchase Aspen Grove | Ashlawn Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Greenhaven | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Madison Franklin | The Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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 $1,495 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 $2,137.
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