Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Franklin County, IA
The median gross rent in Franklin County is $707 — 7% below the Iowa state median. It ranks #20 of 99 counties for affordability.
Median rent$707
1-bedroom$422
2-bedroom$729
3-bedroom$829
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How to find the cheapest rent in Franklin County
- Target the $422–$729 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Iowa.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Franklin County
- Decatur County$621
- Sac County$622
- Floyd County$627
- Wayne County$627
- Palo Alto County$631