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795 Jenkins Mill Rd

2076 Queens Point Dr

214 Belvidere St
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509 Ryland St

410 S College Dr

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207 Chestnut St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,697 | $1,395 | $2,000 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,154 | $875 | $4,000 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,870 | $2,300 | $3,500 |
| Franklin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,236 | $2,995 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Forest Pine Apartments in the Franklin City County neighborhood priced from $1,090. Autumn Ridge Apartments II in the Suffolk City County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,098. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Pine Apartments | 2b | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| The Elliott Apartments | The Mace | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, VA and Nearby
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.63 price per square foot Virginian Model at Hillpoint Preserve Townhome Apartments in the in the Suffolk City County neighborhood starting from $2,763. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the Beacon - Patio Model at The Westerly at Benn’s Grant starting at $2,153 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Isle Of Wight County 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 | Virginian | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| The Westerly at Benn’s Grant | Beacon - Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Meadowridge Apartments | Garden- 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath- Upstairs- Deluxe- End | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Taylor Bend Apartments | 1b1.5b | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| Hillpoint Woods Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Morris Creek Landing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath with W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Forest Pine Apartments | 2b | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, VA with pricing that ranges from $829 to $3,040. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $700 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Franklin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franklin ranges from $700 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,339.
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