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30052 W 12 Mile Rd
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30024 W 12 Mile Rd

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31993 W 12 Mile Rd
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32212 W 12 Mile Rd

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Franklin, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Franklin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Franklin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,049 | $1,200 | $4,300 |
Franklin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,024 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
Franklin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,121 | $2,250 | $6,800 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Regal Towers in the Woodcreek neighborhood priced from $779. Parc on 12 in the Woodcreek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $905. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franklin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Regal Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
Parc on 12 | Nelson - Edward | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
Park at Franklin Senior Living | Robin | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MI and Nearby
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $1.36 price per square foot Henry Model at Lancaster Hills in the in the Northwestern Highway neighborhood starting from $2,440. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the C3 Renovated Model at Carnegie Park Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Woodcreek 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. |
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Lancaster Hills | Henry | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Carnegie Park Apartments | C3 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Uptown 11 Townhouses | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
Imperial Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Colony Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Franklin River Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Pine Aire | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Regal Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Parc on 12 | Nelson - Edward | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin
What type of rentals are currently available in Franklin?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MI with pricing that ranges from $745 to $8,700. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franklin ranging from $800 to $10,000.
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 $800 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,840.
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 $1,429 to $3,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,435.
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