It isn't an option in the App Store itself, and the AppleSE answer from 2012 is no longer valid.
Mac – How to search only FREE apps on Mac App Store
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Best Answer
There are a number of websites that offer this option including one that I found with a quick Google:
https://theappstore.org
When you search you can select "Price: Free".