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8008 W Becher St

1569 S 10th St

1562 S 7th St

2217A S 19th St

3107 S 12th St
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1643 S 1st St

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1219 Milwaukee Ave

845 S 75th St

1321 Manitoba Ave

2358 S 16th St
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1322A W Greenfield Ave

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1506 S 81st St

1504 S 81st St

8225 W Hayes Ave

6310 S 35th St, Unit 6310
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437 S 73rd St

1817 E Rusk Ave
Franklin, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,505 | $900 | $3,200 |
| Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,125 | $1,047 | $3,375 |
| Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,137 | $1,895 | $2,500 |
| Franklin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Franklin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,085 | $2,085 | $2,085 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Franklin Meadows Senior in the River Park neighborhood priced from $841. Pinehaven Apartments in the Far South Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Meadows Senior | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $841 |
| Pinehaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 2827 & 2951 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Brenwood Park Senior Apartments | One Bedroom Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Lexington Village Senior Apartments | 1BD/1BA-60% Median County Income | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Whitnall Park Apartments | 1C/M-2 (WP1CM-2) | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, WI and Nearby
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2,200 sqft - 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Upper Model at Parkwood Lake Apartments in the in the South Milwaukee neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath + Den w/ 1 Car Garage - Upper Int... Model at The Orchard Apartments starting at $2,250 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Alcott Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Lake Apartments | 2,200 sqft - 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Upper | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.91 |
| The Orchard Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath + Den w/ 1 Car Garage - Upper Int... | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Root River Apartments | 3BR 1.5 BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Riverwood Estates Apartments | Stonegate | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Wood Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom - Detached Garage | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Lexington Village Senior Apartments | 2BD/1BA - Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 6850 W Kathleen Ct | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Sunburst | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Franklin Meadows Senior | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 168 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, WI with pricing that ranges from $949 to $3,772. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $675 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 $675 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,783.
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