
Cheap Homes for Rent in Franklintown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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1410 N Willington St, Unit 1

1324 Locust St, Unit 1514

1233 N 29th St

1223 N 29th St

143 N 21st St

1384 Ridge Ave
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1324 Locust St, Unit 412

1324 Locust St

1846 Master St

1320 W Girard Ave

1220 N Broad St

1707 Spruce St

1220 N Broad St
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923 N 19th St

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1512 Spruce St

2728 W Girard Ave

1407 N Bouvier St

1723 Master St

1309 Cambridge St
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1417 N 17th St

1523 W Girard Ave

1305 N 15th St

1330 N 15th St

1203 Locust St

1243 N 26th St
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1714 Mt Vernon St

330 S Juniper St

1217 N 28th St
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 | $2,145 | $1,150 | $4,200 |
| Franklintown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,491 | $1,300 | $5,000 |
| Franklintown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,816 | $1,900 | $3,500 |
| Franklintown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,350 | $3,200 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 31 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 1432 N. Carlisle priced from $900. Apartments @ 1220 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Franklintown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1432 N. Carlisle | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Apartments @ 1220 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 1501 Locust St Residential | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Drake | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,011 |
| The Chancellor | 03 | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Juniper Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| The Lyle on Broad | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Girard Court Apartments | 2bd1b | 2BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| LVL North | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,216 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklintown, PA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franklintown area is the $1.03 price per square foot 765 N Ringgold St Model at 765 N Ringgold St, Unit B in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Franklintown apartment is the 765 N Ringgold St Model at 765 N Ringgold St, Unit B starting at $2,175 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Belmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 765 N Ringgold St, Unit B | 765 N Ringgold St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 765 N Ringgold St, Unit B | 765 N Ringgold St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1321 N 19th St, Unit C | 1321 N 19th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Temple Apartments | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| 1240 Lecount St, Unit A | 1240 Lecount St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1325 N 18th St, Unit B | 1325 N 18th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Skyline Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| 1324 N 17th St, Unit 2 | 1324 N 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1322 N 17th St, Unit 2 | 1322 N 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Girard Court Apartments | 2bd1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Franklintown
What type of rentals are currently available in Franklintown?
There are currently 1496 Apartments for Rent in Franklintown, PA with pricing that ranges from $647 to $24,995. There are also 175 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklintown ranging from $575 to $8,000.
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 $575 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,313.
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 $1,130 to $14,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,160.
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