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Highlights

  • Controlled access
  • Newly renovated apartments
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern finishes
  • Granite countertops
  • Professional management

Location

30 Franklin St, Petersburg, VA 23803, USA
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Management

Marwaha Real Estate

Leasing office

(804) 466-3118

Property Overview

30 Franklin Apartments offers a strong overall rating of 8.6, reflecting its appeal for renters due to excellent price-to-value balance and exceptional amenities rated at 9 out of 10. The updated units feature modern finishes and stainless steel appliances, while the property is enhanced by controlled access and professional management. With its prime location granting easy access to essential services, including a grocery store just under four miles away, it stands out as a desirable choice in the competitive rental market.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 30 Franklin Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 30 Franklin Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Floor plans

400s - StudioStudio1 bath426 sqft$895 /mo1 unit available30 Franklin is a historical multi-purpose building transformed from a post office with broad stretching views of Petersburg. There are studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom options. Experience newly renovated apartments with granite countertops and Stainless Steel kitchen appliances including a microwave oven. Apply today to reserve your future home. Water/Sewer/Trash/Internet included in Utility Bundle for $149 per month. Additional Fees: $60.00 application fee per person over 18. $299.00 one-time non-refundable setup fee (due 48 hours after approval). $299.00 one-time non-refundable pet fee per pet, two pet max. $45.00 per month per pet. Security Deposit $499.00 to equivalent to 1 month’s rent dependent on credit. Also due 48 hours after approval. Requirements: Applicant(s) make 3x the rent in monthly gross income. A credit score of 550+. Good landlord/tenant history. No outstanding utilities in collections.
500s - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath580 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit availableLuxury Apartment in the heart of Petersburg Downtown. This newly renovated one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment home is available to those seeking an active lifestyle in a warm, self-sufficient, creatively designed environment. Our vintage buildings offer modern finishes with some of Petersburg's great history in the detail. Every apartment has a spacious living room for relaxing and entertaining. The property has controlled access to the building. Professional Management and Maintenance are provided when you live at one of our properties. Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen with marble countertops and modern light fixtures in the apartments. All of our apartments come with a stackable washer and dryer. Internet, trash, sewer and water service is $149 per month. Reserve your apartment today! Additional Fees: $60.00 application fee per person over 18. $299.00 one-time non-refundable setup fee. $299.00 one-time non-refundable pet fee per pet, two pet max. $45.00 per month per pet. Security Deposit $499.00 to equivalent to 1 month’s rent dependent on credit. Requirements: Applicant(s) make 3x the rent in monthly gross income. A credit score of 550+. Good landlord/tenant history. No outstanding utilities in collections.
700s - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath739 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit availableLuxury Apartment in the heart of Petersburg Downtown. The newly renovated property features one-bedroom, two-bedroom, studio with one bath apartment homes to those seeking an active lifestyle in a warm, self-sufficient, creatively designed environment. Our vintage buildings offer modern finishes with some of Petersburg's great history in the detail. Every apartment has a spacious living room for relaxing and entertaining. The property has controlled access to the building. Professional Management and Maintenance are provided when you live at one of our properties. Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen with marble countertops and modern light fixtures in the apartments. All of our apartments come with a stackable washer and dryer. Internet, trash, sewer and water service is $149 per month. Reserve your apartment today! $60 application fee $299 one-time non-refundable setup fee. Security Deposit - $499 and up, credit dependent Minimum Requirements: Applicant(s) make 3x the rent in monthly gross income. A credit score of 550+. Good landlord/tenant history. No outstanding utilities in collections.
800s - Two Bedroom2 bed2 bath822 sqft$1,395 /mo2 units available30 Franklin is a historical multi-purpose building transformed from a post office with broad stretching views of Petersburg. There are studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom options. Experience newly renovated apartments with granite countertops and Stainless Steel kitchen appliances including a microwave oven. Apply today to reserve your future home. Water, sewer, trash & internet included in Utility bundle for $149 per m9nth. Additional Fees: $60.00 application fee per person over 18. $299.00 one-time non-refundable setup fee. Security Deposit $499.00 to equivalent to 1 month’s rent dependent on credit. Requirements: Applicant(s) make 3x the rent in monthly gross income. A credit score of 550+. Good landlord/tenant history. No outstanding utilities in collections.

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About 30 Franklin Apartments

HomeApartments in Petersburg 30 Franklin Apartments

30 Franklin is a historical multi-purpose building transformed from a post office with broad stretching views of Petersburg. There are studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom options. Experience newly renovated apartments with granite countertops and Stainless Steel kitchen appliances including a microwave oven. Apply today to reserve your future home. Our Utility Bundle includes water, sewer, trash & internet for just $149/mo! Additional Fees: $60 application fee per person over 18. $299.00 one-time non-refundable setup fee. $450.00 one-time non-refundable pet fee per pet, two pet max. $45.00 per month per pet. Security Deposit $499.00 to equivalent to 1 month’s rent dependent on credit. Requirements: Applicant(s) make 3x the rent in monthly gross income. A credit score of 550+. Good landlord/tenant history. No outstanding utilities in collections.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 30 Franklin Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 30 Franklin Apartments 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 30 Franklin Apartments
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.
30 Franklin Apartments 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·9A 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.
30 Franklin Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on special. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 30 Franklin Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
30 Franklin Apartments 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 30 Franklin Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

This staff was very professional and easy to work with. I told them what I wanted and they hit the mark with everything. Food and decorations were superb. If ever I am in the need to have another celebration in Petersburg. This will be the place!!!

Serethea Brown

Serethea Brown

May 27, 2024

Beautiful space to rent out for private events! The event today was for #singleparents and definitely motivational! Great job @Brandishephard💜

Vonettia Calloway

Vonettia Calloway

Mar 18, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 30 Franklin Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 72 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in Petersburg

Studio apartments at 30 Franklin Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Petersburg.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in Petersburg.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 30 Franklin Apartments to be 8% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Petersburg.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,019
March 2024$1,019
April 2024$983
May 2024$993
August 2024$932
September 2024$996
April 2025$1,075
May 2025$1,035
June 2025$1,055
July 2025$1,003
August 2025$1,030
September 2025$1,021
October 2025$981
November 2025$947
December 2025$1,019
January 2026$947

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 30 Franklin Apartments

Westview Early Childhood Education Center

1100 patterson st

petersburg, VA, 23803

PKPublic

Pleasants Lane Elementary School

100 pleasants ln

petersburg, VA, 23803

K-5Public
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Getting around Petersburg near 30 Franklin St

Walking

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

Driving

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

Points of interest for 30 Franklin St, Petersburg

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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