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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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1309 Burns Avenue

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Cheapest Available Johnson County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnson County, IA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Hills Apartments in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood priced from $695. The Banks Student Living in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnson County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakewood Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
The Banks Student Living4x4 A4BR,4BA$695
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
280 S Chestnut St270 S chestnut2BR,1BA$800
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$812
Forest Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$830
Knollridge Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$875
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson County, IA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnson County area is the $0.51 price per square foot 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom Model at Hawks Ridge in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $645. The second greatest value Johnson County apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnson County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawks Ridge4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.51
The Quarters Iowa CityC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.59
280 S Chestnut St270 S chestnut2BR,1BA$0.80
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.20
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Nex Senior (55+) ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.13
Coral Ridge Senior (55+) ApartmentsTwo Bedroom B2BR,1BA$1.15
Knollridge Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
837 1/2 Maggard St, Unit Maggard837 1/2 Maggard StStudio ,1BA$0.98

Frequently Asked Questions about Johnson County

What type of rentals are currently available in Johnson County?

There are currently 311 Apartments for Rent in Johnson County, IA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,567. There are also 116 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnson County ranging from $700 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnson County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnson County ranges from $700 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,727.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Johnson County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnson County range from $695 to $3,567, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,490 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.