Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, VA from $500 (43 Rentals)

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Pretlow Homes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pretlow Homes

925 Pretlow StFranklin, VA 23851

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Taylor Pointe Apartments
$1,085 - $2,099
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$1,085 - $2,099

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Taylor Pointe Apartments

3245 Meadows WayChesapeake, VA 23321
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Port 58 Apartments @ Hillpoint
$1,461 - $2,556
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$1,445 - $2,540
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$16

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$1,461 - $2,556
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Port 58 Apartments @ Hillpoint

1000 Skipjack LnSuffolk, VA 23434
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Meridian Harbourview
$1,561 - $2,136
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$1,533 - $2,108
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$28

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$1,561 - $2,136
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Meridian Harbourview

7190 Harbour Towne PkySuffolk, VA 23435
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The Gallery at Godwin
$1,647 - $3,022
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$1,535 - $2,910
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$112

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$1,647 - $3,022
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Gallery at Godwin

3061 Godwin BlvdSuffolk, VA 23434
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property at 564 1st Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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564 1st Ave

SuffolkVA23434

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Chuckatuck Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chuckatuck Square

5757 Godwin BlvdSuffolk, VA 23432
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Peanut Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peanut Crossing

273 S Saratoga StSuffolk, VA 23434
property at 309 1st St

$1,275

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$1,275

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$1,275

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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309 1st St

JarrattVA23867
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Saratoga Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga Place

341 S Saratoga StSuffolk, VA 23434
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property at 13184 Longevity Rd

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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13184 Longevity Rd

Stony CreekVA23882
property at 804 City Park Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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804 City Park Ave

PortsmouthVA23701
property at 3468 Clover Meadow Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3468 Clover Meadow Dr

ChesapeakeVA23321
property at 3725 Sugar Creek Cir

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 15

3725 Sugar Creek Cir

PortsmouthVA23703

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property at 2863 Low Ground Rd

$1,575

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$1,575

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$1,575

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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2863 Low Ground Rd

EmporiaVA23847
property at 210 Baker St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 16

210 Baker St

SuffolkVA23434
property at 307 Central Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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307 Central Ave

SuffolkVA23434

Franklin, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumn Ridge Apartments priced from $995. The Elliott Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Autumn Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
The Elliott ApartmentsThe MaceStudio,1BA$1,275
Meadowridge ApartmentsGarden- 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Upstairs2BR,1BA$1,315
Maplewood2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,365
Taylor Bend Apartments1b1.5b1BR,1BA$1,425
Taylor Pointe ApartmentsThe Lakeside2BR,1BA$1,499
The Commons at CenterbrookeLuxury Without the Guesswork — One Price, Just ...2BR,2BA$1,539
Stonebridge Apartments1 bedroom waitlist1BR,1BA$1,550
Bradford Mews Apartments - Tax CreditThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,556
Hillpoint Woods Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, VA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.66 price per square foot Weldon Model at Hillpoint Preserve Townhome Apartments in the starting from $2,663. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Bradford Mews Apartments - Tax Credit starting at $1,556 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillpoint Preserve Townhome ApartmentsWeldon3BR,2.5BA$1.66
Bradford Mews Apartments - Tax CreditThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.18
Harbour Breeze Luxury Lifestyle ApartmentsThe Seaport2BR,2BA$1.72
Meadowridge ApartmentsGarden- 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.40
Hillpoint Woods Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.78
Taylor Bend Apartments1b1.5b1BR,1.5BA$1.57
Maplewood2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.52
The Commons at CenterbrookeAll the Comfort. None of the Hidden Costs — Jus...2BR,2BA$1.73
Taylor Pointe ApartmentsThe Lakeside2BR,1.5BA$1.70
Autumn Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 The Elliott Apartments listed at $1,275.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $995 at Autumn Ridge Apartments.

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 $1,095 at Autumn Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bradford Mews Apartments - Tax Credit and starts from $1,556.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.