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Rental Market Trends in Franklin, TN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Franklin, TN is $1,728/month.

Rent in Franklin is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,728/month

Average Rent

784 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.5%

Change / Year

887

Available Apartments

Franklin rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Franklin average $1,711 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Franklin average $1,728 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Franklin average $2,166 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Franklin average $3,153 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,711/month
644 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,728/month
784 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,166/month
1,145 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,153/month
1,528 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,158/month
1,242 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,497/month
2,139 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,082/month
3,098 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Franklin, TN?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.5%, which averages out to $26 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Franklin, TN

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Franklin, TN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
10% $1,001 - $1,500/month
52% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Franklin?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Franklin is the most affordable neighborhood in Franklin.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Franklin
$1,813/month
758 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Franklin?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Franklin is the most expensive neighborhood in Franklin.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Franklin
$1,813/month
758 Sq Ft

Which Franklin neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Franklin with the most apartments available is Downtown Franklin .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Franklin
$1,813/month
758 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Franklin, TN?

Because the average rent in Franklin is $1,728, you’ll want to make about $5,760 per month or $69,120 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Franklin, TN is 1.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Franklin is 1.9% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,711 - $3,153. You can expect to pay 0.2% more for groceries, 1.7% less for utilities, and 10.1% less for transportation.

City

Franklin, TN

887 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Franklin, TN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Franklin, TN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Franklin

Franklin, TN

Downtown Franklin

Franklin, TN

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,780/month
$1,780/month
Two Bedroom
$2,039/month
$2,039/month
Three Bedroom
$2,835/month
$2,835/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Thompson's Station

    Thompson's Station

    Avg Rent: $1,615/month

  • Brentwood

    Brentwood

    Avg Rent: $1,590/month

  • Spring Hill

    Spring Hill

    Avg Rent: $1,382/month

Apartment Communities in Franklin We Think You'll Love

The Everly at Historic Franklin

The Everly at Historic Franklin

413 Brick Path Ln,
Franklin, TN 37064

1-3 Beds | $1,695 - $2,595

IMT at the Galleria

IMT at the Galleria

427 Nichol Mill Ln,
Franklin, TN 37067

1-2 Beds | $1,467 - $2,447

Wyndchase Aspen Grove

Wyndchase Aspen Grove

3100 Aspen Grove Dr,
Franklin, TN 37067

1-3 Beds | $1,412 - $2,482

IMT Cool Springs

IMT Cool Springs

101 Gillespie Dr,
Franklin, TN 37067

1-3 Beds | $1,554 - $2,430

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Franklin?

The average rent in Franklin is $1,728 per month, which is 3.8% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Franklin?

The average rent for a house in Franklin, TN is $3,497 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Franklin?

Rents in Franklin, TN are decreasing, with prices down 1.5% year-over-year and $26 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Franklin?

In Franklin, TN, 52% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Tennessee Franklin Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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