
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC from $500 (12 Rentals)
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205 E Holt St, Unit 205 E Holt St, Unit 205 E Holt St

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Johnston County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston County Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Johnston County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,199 | $2,194 |
| Johnston County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,000 | $1,880 |
| Johnston County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,403 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Amelia Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood priced from $1,199. The Averly at Flowers in the Churchill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,267. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| Views at Flowers | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston County area is the $1.32 price per square foot Bailey 2 Model at Walton Farms in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Johnston County apartment is the The Patterson Model at Parkside Village starting at $1,506 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Poole Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Farms | Bailey 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Parkside Village | The Patterson | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 205 E Holt St, Unit 205 E Holt St | 205 E Holt St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Views at Flowers | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| River Oaks Landing | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnston County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston County Apartment is $1,199 at Amelia Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnston County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnston County is starting from $1,390 at Cobblers Station.
What is the most affordable Johnston County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnston County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cobblers Station and starts from $1,529.
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