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218 Illinois St

272 S Shannon St

1 C Ln

2913 N Brownsville Rd
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319 E Mill St

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500 E College St

711-C S Poplar St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,016 | $800 | $1,700 |
| Johnston City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,120 | $399 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston City, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $460. The Metropolitan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston City, IL and Nearby
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston City area is the $1.05 price per square foot Black Diamond C2 Model at Storyboard on Black Diamond in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Johnston City apartment is the 1X1 Model at 2600 Fairway Dr starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storyboard on Black Diamond | Black Diamond C2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 2600 Fairway Dr | 1X1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Four Bedroom (1.5 bath or 4 bath) | 4BR,4BA | $0.91 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| The Reserve at Saluki Pointe | 2X2 By the bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston City?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Johnston City, IL with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,300. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston City ranging from $399 to $1,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnston City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston City ranges from $399 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,037.
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