Yes, there are free freelance job postings out there on the that there internet.
Check out Freelancewriting.com – they have a morning coffee newsletter that goes out every Tuesday morning and pools tons of freelance opportunities. Some will be geographically specific, some will come from Craigslist postings, but there is good stuff there. I’ve used it and gotten work.
Also look at Freelance Writing Jobs. While this is a blog, jobs and useful advice can be found there.
What other sites list freelance job postings without calling for a free to apply?