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Franklin, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Lexington Village Senior Apartments in the Alcott Park neighborhood priced from $896. Brenwood Park Senior Apartments in the Fountainwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lexington Village Senior Apartments1BD/1BA - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$896
Brenwood Park Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom Affordable1BR,1BA$1,020
Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+Two Bedroom Deluxe2BR,2BA$1,140
Mission Hills1bx1b1BR,1BA$1,185
Sunburst Apartments1 BR / 1BA Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, WI and Nearby

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath w/ Tandem 2 Car Garage - Upper In... Model at The Orchard Apartments in the in the Alcott Park neighborhood starting from $1,698. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 8900-#309 MID JULY 2025 Model at Brandywood Apartments starting at $1,695 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the River Park neighborhood. 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.
The Orchard Apartments2 Bed, 2 Bath w/ Tandem 2 Car Garage - Upper In...2BR,2BA$1.27
Brandywood Apartments8900-#309 MID JULY 20253BR,1.5BA$1.43
Riverwood Estates ApartmentsKingswood2BR,2BA$1.47
Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+Two Bedroom Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.08
Village Park11BR,1BA$1.31
Southfield ApartmentsPhase 1 - 1 Bed, 1 Bath Cardinal1BR,1BA$1.44
6th and CollegeRenovated 2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Mission Hills1bx1b1BR,1BA$1.52
Lexington Village Senior Apartments1BD/1BA-60% Median County Income1BR,1BA$1.43
Brenwood Park Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom Affordable1BR,1BA$1.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin

What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?

There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, WI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $10,733. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $790 to $3,400.

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 $790 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,952.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Franklin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franklin range from $1,625 to $6,140, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,299 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,025.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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