
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Franklintown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (35 Rentals)
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1502 Brown St

1639 Poplar St, Unit LL2

1217 Spring Garden St, Unit B

647 N 16th St, Unit 1

2101 Chestnut St, Unit 1614

1217 Spring Garden St, Unit A

1320 N 17th St
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2016 Locust St

1417 N 17th St

2101 Chestnut St

711 Walnut St

1832-34 Callowhill St

1309 N 19th St

2441 Brown St

1601 Spring Garden St, Unit 417
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1513 W Thompson St

1611 Swain St

2623 Poplar St

1217 Spring Garden St, Unit C

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2019 N College Ave, Unit 3

1323 N 15th St

2826 Poplar St

843 Cameron St

1211 Ridge Ave, Unit 1

2101 Chestnut St, Unit Riverwest 1BR

1228 N Myrtlewood St

111 S 15th St, Unit 1814
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2401 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 12c52

30 S 22nd St

111 N 9th St, Unit 218
Franklintown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklintown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklintown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,222 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Franklintown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,825 | $1,350 | $7,995 |
| Franklintown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,138 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Franklintown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,186 | $997 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Franklintown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Franklintown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franklintown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Antoinette priced from $750. Guild House West 62+ Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $924. Here are the most affordable Franklintown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Antoinette | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Guild House West 62+ Senior Apartments | Senior 62+ Apts | Studio,1BA | $924 |
| The Greenery Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Apartments @ 1220 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Juniper Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| 1421-1435 Cambridge St | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,111 |
| Girard Court Apartments | 1bd1b | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklintown, PA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklintown area is the $0.81 price per square foot 1531 Poplar St Model at 1531 Poplar St, Unit 1 in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Franklintown apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Summit House starting at $1,787 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Poplar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franklintown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1531 Poplar St, Unit 1 | 1531 Poplar St | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Summit House | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 2111 W Seybert St, Unit B | 2111 W Seybert St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| The Chatham | 602 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Skyline Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| The Greenery Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Nest at 1324, Luxury Student Housing | 2 Bedroom 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Girard Court Apartments | 1bd1b | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Apartments @ 1220 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 1121 Mt Vernon St | 1121 Mt Vernon St | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Franklintown
What type of rentals are currently available in Franklintown?
There are currently 1449 Apartments for Rent in Franklintown, PA with pricing that ranges from $647 to $24,995. There are also 137 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklintown ranging from $997 to $24,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Franklintown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franklintown ranges from $997 to $24,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,454.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Franklintown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franklintown range from $1,100 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $7,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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