
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Franklin Neighborhood of Franklin, TN from $900 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Franklin area of Franklin.


Greenhaven

Franklin Manor Apartments

The Madison Franklin

Wyndchase Aspen Grove

Magnolia Place Apartments
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32205 N Course View

South Wind Apartment Homes

Heritage Place

Artessa Apartments

Harpeth River Oaks

Grove at Shadow Green Apartments
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Sussex Downs

Vintage Franklin

749 Mt Hope St

ELLISON COOL SPRINGS

The Whitney Franklin

Liberty Oaks Apartments
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335 Granbury St

Royal Oaks Apartments

1100 W Main St

404 Granville Rd

613 Hillsboro Rd

101 Generals Retreat Pl
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The Everly at Historic Franklin

1101 Downs Blvd
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 | $1,979 | $1,979 | $1,979 |
| Downtown Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,295 | $2,974 |
| Downtown Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $1,345 | $5,312 |
| Downtown Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,039 | $1,750 | $9,900 |
| Downtown Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,962 | $3,845 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 26 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 The Madison Franklin priced from $1,346. Franklin Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Franklin apartments for rent in Franklin, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Madison Franklin | The Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,346 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 bd/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Wyndchase Aspen Grove | Aspen Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,363 |
| Greenhaven | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,402 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Artessa Apartments | A2.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| Harpeth River Oaks | The Sycamore | 1BR,1BA | $1,532 |
| Grove at Shadow Green Apartments | A1 Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,562 |
| Sussex Downs | Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1,570 |
| Heritage Place | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Franklin, TN
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Franklin apartment is the Colonial A Model at 780 Townhomes starting at $3,350 with a $1.78 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 | $1.78 |
| 780 Townhomes | Colonial A | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.78 |
| 3201 Aspen Grove Drive, Unit A7 | 3201 Aspen Grove Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Whitney Franklin | Harlinsdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Sussex Downs | Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 bd/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Heritage Place | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | 2 BD | 1.5 BA 917 sf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| South Wind Apartment Homes | Sodina | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Wyndchase Aspen Grove | Aspen Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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 $1,346 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 $1,570 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 Harpeth River Oaks and starts from $2,014.
Expert Rental Resources
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