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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Built-in shelving
  • Nice hardwood floors

Location

118 Franklin Avenue, Athens, Ohio 45701, United States
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Management

Prokos Managements, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 278-3514 ext. 7008

Property Overview

118 Franklin Avenue receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. With a perfect price rating of 10 out of 10 and an amenities rating of 8, it offers excellent value and a high standard of living. The property is conveniently located near top-rated schools and ranks in the 93.33 percentile for value in the area, featuring desirable aspects like built-in shelving and attractive hardwood floors.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 118 Franklin Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 118 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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

118 Franklin Avenue - Unit...Studio1 bath300 sqft$630 /moThis petite apartment features plenty of built-in shelving, a small back yard and is a short walk to campus and uptown. Listed rent is discounted and is based on one tenant. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent. $78 for water, trash, and sewer. Tenant puts gas and electric in their name.
118 Franklin Avenue - Unit...1 bed1 bath420 sqft$709 /moDiscounted Rent Per Bedroom x 1 Bedroom This cozy, cottage-style apartment has been recently updated and features nice hardwood floors. easy walking distance to campus & uptown. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent. $78 for water, trash, sewer. Tenant puts electric and gas in their name.

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Amenities for 118 Franklin Avenue

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 118 Franklin Avenue

HomeApartments in Athens 118 Franklin Avenue

This petite apartment features plenty of built-in shelving, a small back yard and is a short walk to campus and uptown. Listed rent is discounted and is based on one tenant. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent. $78 for water, trash, and sewer. Tenant puts gas and electric in their name.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 118 Franklin Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 118 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 118 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.
118 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 118 Franklin Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
118 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 118 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·7A 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.
118 Franklin Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

118 Franklin Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 118 Franklin Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 3 miles away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Athens

Studio apartments at 118 Franklin Avenue cost about 2% less than the average rent price for studios in Athens.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% lower than 1-bedrooms in Athens.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Athens
A table of studio rental data trends in Athens
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$600
April 2024$600
May 2024$765
June 2024$750
July 2024$712
August 2024$650
September 2024$690
October 2024$681
November 2024$663
December 2024$643
January 2025$620
February 2025$620
March 2025$620
April 2025$625
May 2025$621
June 2025$638
July 2025$638
August 2025$638
September 2025$638
October 2025$638
November 2025$638
December 2025$632
January 2026$630
February 2026$638

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Can I afford to live at 118 Franklin Avenue?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$25,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $25,200 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $630.
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Athens near 118 Franklin Avenue

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.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 118 Franklin Avenue, Athens

Groceries

8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

7/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

Nightlife

3/10
The closest bar is within a 10-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

Explore the area around 118 Franklin Avenue

Kindred Market
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Busy Day Market
30 W Stimson Ave
Union Street Market
8 N Court St
Union Street Market
26 W Union St
Jerry's Panda Supermarket Inc
726 E State St

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