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Highlights

  • Modern amenities
  • Wonderful amenities
  • Modern and stylish living space
  • Well-equipped gym room

Location

935 Franklin St, Louisville, KY 40206, USA|Butchertown
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Management

PDG Realty

Leasing office

(502) 365-7759

Property Overview

Franklin Lofts offers a strong balance of value, convenience, and quality, with an 8.1 overall rating, a 7 price rating, and a 9 location rating. Its modern, stylish living space and standout amenities, including a well-equipped gym, are complemented by 22 photos and nearby top-rated schools.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Franklin Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Franklin Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath565 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Franklin Lofts in Louisville, KY. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a modern and stylish living space for those seeking convenience and comfort. Residents can enjoy access to a well-equipped gym room to stay active, a cozy conversation area for socializing, and available lounge space for relaxation. The apartment comes fully furnished, making move-in a breeze. Experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at "The Porter" at Franklin Lofts. Contact 502-365-7759
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath565 sqft$2,400 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Franklin Lofts! An historic renovation completed in 2023. Be the first resident in this loft located in the heart of Butchertown! Only 16 lofts make up this beautiful renovation. Amenities include a fitness center, common area lounge for entertaining, EV charging stations and gated parking. Washer & dryers are included along with a fully equipped kitchen. Imbedded on a quiet street yet within walking distance to the entertainment districts of NULU and Butchertown and all the restaurants and shops they offer. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind loft living! Call or text 502-365-7759

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Amenities for Franklin Lofts

Apartment Amenities

FurnishedFurnished Apartment

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Microwave/Vent HoodNew Range
RefrigeratorStackable Washer and Dryer

Building

Fitness CenterResidents Lounge

Grounds

Gym Room
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About Franklin Lofts

HomeApartments in Louisville Franklin Lofts

Located within walking distance from Butchertown is NuLu. Home to many historic restoration projects, as well as several restaurants offering organic and locally sourced ingredients, NuLu has emerged with a culture of sustainability and a “New” way of thinking about working and living in a historic urban neighborhood. Franklin Lofts will maintain a modest street frontage blending into the neighborhood while providing 16 units complete with modern amenities. Special attention is being given to maintain historic integrity and aesthetics of the buildings, which will lend itself to preserving the history of the area and streetscape. With an abundance of space and comfort, all of the units at Franklin Lofts offer wonderful amenities that we’re sure you will love.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Franklin Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Franklin Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Franklin Lofts
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Franklin Lofts has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
Franklin Lofts 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, furnished rental—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.
Franklin Lofts 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Franklin Lofts to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Franklin Lofts is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 155 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 5 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 34 parks nearby

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 Franklin Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Butchertown

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 25% higher than 1-bedrooms in Butchertown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Franklin Lofts to be 49% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Butchertown.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Butchertown
Louisville
A table of studio rental data trends in Louisville
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$850
October 2024$806
November 2024$879
December 2024$884
January 2025$918
February 2025$904
March 2025$891
April 2025$893
May 2025$898
June 2025$867
July 2025$874
August 2025$875
September 2025$907
October 2025$929
November 2025$935
December 2025$964
January 2026$971
February 2026$933
March 2026$913
April 2026$915
May 2026$899
June 2026$882
July 2026$890
August 2026$860
September 2026$895
A table of studio rental data trends in Butchertown
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,095
September 2025$1,103
October 2025$1,146
November 2025$1,118
December 2025$1,118
January 2026$1,115
February 2026$1,106
March 2026$1,116
April 2026$1,134
May 2026$1,250
June 2026$1,223
July 2026$1,229
August 2026$1,210
September 2026$1,220

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near Franklin Lofts

Home of the Innocents Discovery

1100 east market st

louisville, KY, 40206

PK, K-12Public

Home of the Innocents School

1100 east market st

louisville, KY, 40206

K-12Public

Breckinridge/Franklin Elementary School

1351 payne st

louisville, KY, 40206

K-5Public
C

Kentucky School for the Blind

1867 frankfort ave

louisville, KY, 40206

K-12Public

Dawson Orman Education Center

900 s floyd st

louisville, KY, 40203

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Butchertown | Louisville, KY

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

Getting around Louisville near 935 Franklin St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 935 Franklin St, Louisville

Groceries

7/10
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

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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