Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MN from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Bethel On Bryant

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Franklin, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franklin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Franklin Studio Apartments | $932 | $795 | $1,035 |
Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $800 | $1,895 |
Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $625 | $2,125 |
Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,150 | $1,990 |
Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $1,100 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Franklin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franklin, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at RC Square Apartments in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood priced from $625. 45 N High Dr NW in the Downtown Hutchinson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. 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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RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
45 N High Dr NW | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
The Rock Apartments | GF: 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
The Nexus | 233 - Studio A/1 BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Briarwood Estates | 901 Pearl Ave | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Red Skye Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Country Club Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Nyberg Apartments 55+ | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franklin, MN and Nearby
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franklin area is the $0.71 price per square foot 4 Bedroom - Lower Level Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Franklin apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes starting at $1,620 with a $1.35 price per square foot . 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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Windom Landing | 4 Bedroom - Lower Level | 4BR,2BA | $0.71 |
Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Briarwood Estates | 901D Briarwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Red Skye Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
803 W Main St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Lakeside Apartments | B - 2 Bed 2 Bath Lakeview | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
Nyberg Apartments 55+ | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
45 N High Dr NW | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Suite Liv'n College Green | 3-bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Getting Around Franklin, MN
Walk Score®
10 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franklin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franklin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franklin is at The Nexus listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franklin Apartment is $850 at Suite Liv'n - Marshall.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franklin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franklin is starting from $625 at RC Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1301 24th St NW and starts from $1,150.
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