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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Built-in shelving
- Nice hardwood floors
Location
118 Franklin Ave, Athens, OH 45701, USA
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Property Overview
118 Franklin Avenue is a highly rated rental option, featuring excellent amenities like built-in shelving and hardwood floors. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.3, it offers a competitive price and high value, ranking in the 92.31 percentile for value for money. The property’s prime location provides convenient access to top-rated schools and key points of interest, complemented by a solid trustworthiness rating of 7, indicating transparency in its descriptions and management.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 118 Franklin Avenue - Unit... | Studio | 1 bath | 300 sqft | $630 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. | |
| 118 Franklin Avenue - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | 420 sqft | $709 /mo | 1 unit available | Discounted 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 OK | Dogs 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
Dog policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | -1 |
Cat policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | -1 |
Required one-time fees
| Security Deposit | $0 |
|---|---|
Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 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 GoodWith 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.
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:
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 1% less than the average rent price for studios in Athens.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Athens.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Athens
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $600 |
| October 2023 | $1,050 |
| November 2023 | $2,400 |
| December 2023 | $2,400 |
| January 2024 | $2,400 |
| February 2024 | $900 |
| March 2024 | $660 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 118 Franklin Ave?
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 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.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 118 Franklin Ave, 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.
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