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

728 Bolling St

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Newport Village Apartments

Church Manor

Arbors at Western Branch

Autumn Ridge Apartments
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Taylor Pointe Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments II

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Miars Farm

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Hillpoint Woods Apartments

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The Commons at Centerbrooke
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Royal Sail Apartments at Bridgeport

Stonebridge Apartments

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Meridian Harbourview

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3800 Acqua at Bridgeport

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The Westerly at Benn’s Grant
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The Gallery at Godwin

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The Apartments at Hallstead Reserve

Chuckatuck Square

Peanut Crossing

115 Railroad St

214 Belvidere St

Saratoga Place

804 City Park Ave
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Franklin, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $1,275 | $1,375 |
| Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $829 | $2,255 |
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $979 | $2,938 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,065 | $3,038 |
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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 in the Suffolk City County neighborhood priced from $995. Forest Pine Apartments in the Franklin City County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Forest Pine Apartments | 2b | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| The Elliott Apartments | The Mace | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Meadowridge Apartments | Garden- 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Taylor Bend Apartments | 1b1.5b | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Morris Creek Landing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath with W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1,429 |
| Hillpoint Woods Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Miars Farm | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, VA and Nearby
As of July 29, 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 in the Suffolk City County neighborhood starting from $2,663. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 3 bedroom waitlist Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillpoint Preserve Townhome Apartments | Weldon | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | 3 bedroom waitlist | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Miars Farm | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Meadowridge Apartments | Garden- 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Taylor Bend Apartments | 1b1.5b | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| Morris Creek Landing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath with W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Taylor Pointe Apartments | The Lakeside | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Forest Pine Apartments | 2b | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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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 $1,090 at Forest Pine Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Ridge Apartments II and starts from $1,267.
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