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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • Trash services
  • Covered porch
  • Cozy and warm atmosphere
  • Central gas heating

Location

1612 Franklin Ave, Charleston, WV 25311, USA|East End
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Management

WV RENTALS & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC

Leasing office

(304) 419-1328

Property Overview

1612 Franklin Avenue offers strong value with an 8.8 expert rating, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location, along with a solid trustworthiness score. It also features off-street parking, washer/dryer hookups, trash services, a covered porch, and central gas heating, with the nearby top-rated elementary school adding to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1612 Franklin Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1612 Franklin Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Balcony
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$750 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your new home in the heart of Charleston, WV. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable living space with the added convenience of washer/dryer hookups. The apartment is carpeted throughout, providing a cozy and warm atmosphere. The central gas heating ensures you stay warm during the colder months. The rent includes trash services. Enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of your covered porch, a perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening relaxation. While the apartment offers street parking, there is also an option for off-street parking available for an additional fee. Please note, this apartment maintains a no pets and no smoking policy to ensure the comfort and well-being of all residents. Showings are conducted Monday-Friday. Apply online at wvrentals biz All applicants 18+ are subject to a credit/background check and must provide proof of income.

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Amenities for 1612 Franklin Avenue

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCentral Heat
Covered PorchPatio
Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator

Building

No Smoking

Services

Central Heat (Gas)Trash Included

Other

No PetsOff Street Parking Available For a Fee
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 1612 Franklin Avenue

HomeApartments in CharlestonEast End 1612 Franklin Avenue

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Charleston, WV. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable living space with the added convenience of washer/dryer hookups. The apartment is carpeted throughout, providing a cozy and warm atmosphere. The central gas heating ensures you stay warm during the colder months. The rent includes trash services. Enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of your covered porch, a perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening relaxation. While the apartment offers street parking, there is also an option for off-street parking available for an additional fee. Please note, this apartment maintains a no pets and no smoking policy to ensure the comfort and well-being of all residents. Showings are conducted Monday-Friday. Apply online at wvrentals biz All applicants 18+ are subject to a credit/background check and must provide proof of income.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1612 Franklin Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1612 Franklin Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1612 Franklin Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1612 Franklin Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1612 Franklin Avenue stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1612 Franklin Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1612 Franklin Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1612 Franklin Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 10 parks and recreation options

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • 10 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1612 Franklin Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in East End

1-bedroom apartments at 1612 Franklin Avenue cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East End.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
East End
Charleston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$802
December 2024$808
January 2025$768
February 2025$731
March 2025$746
April 2025$733
May 2025$728
June 2025$725
July 2025$725
August 2025$797
September 2025$806
October 2025$822
November 2025$874
December 2025$780
January 2026$801
February 2026$810
March 2026$787
April 2026$762
May 2026$750
June 2026$911
July 2026$786
August 2026$775
September 2026$776
October 2026$750
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East End
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$726
December 2024$726
January 2025$727
February 2025$725
March 2025$734
April 2025$726
May 2025$725
June 2025$725
July 2025$725
August 2025$733
September 2025$732
October 2025$730
November 2025$737
December 2025$736
January 2026$739
February 2026$731
March 2026$725
April 2026$722
May 2026$659
July 2026$725
August 2026$730
September 2026$728
October 2026$716

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 1612 Franklin Avenue

Piedmont Year-Round Education

203 bradford st

charleston, WV, 25301

PK, K-5Public
C

Chandler Academy

1900 school st

charleston, WV, 25312

PK, K-12Public

William J. Raglin Center

142 marshall ave

dunbar, WV, 25064

PKPublic
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Getting around Charleston near 1612 Franklin Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1612 Franklin Ave, Charleston

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1612 Franklin Ave

Capitol Market
800 Smith St
Johnnies Fresh Meats
800 Smith St
WV Market Place
800 Smith St
Piggly Wiggly
10 Spring St
OSI LLC
412 Tennessee Ave

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