
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC from $1,235 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Johnston County.


6 Joyner Bridge Rd

Amelia Village

506 S Vermont St

The Averly at Flowers

Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments

100 Bryant Dr

Summerwind Apartments

Stallings Mill Apartment Homes
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121 Henley Pl

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Kenly Court

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Smithfield Senior Manor

Clayton Manor
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105 N Alford Ave

South Moore-549

103 N Alford Ave

Caswell at Cambridge

101 E Woodall St, Unit D

101 E Woodall St

Walton Farms

402 E Branch St

147 Sturbridge Dr
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Riverwood Villas

40 Coats Cir

113 AJ Ln

Greenwood Townhomes

305 E Lizzie St

406 S Walton Dr

515 Fisher St

Candlewood Apartments

406 W Front St
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215 N 4th St

4316 NC-242

Cobblers Station
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $1,297 | $2,050 |
| Johnston County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,249 | $2,379 |
| Johnston County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,571 | $2,574 |
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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 Parkside Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood priced from $1,235. South Moore-549 in the Poole Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Village | The Plank | 1BR, 1BA | $1,235 |
| South Moore-549 | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $1,299 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR, 1BA | $1,304 |
| Amelia Village | Carlyle | 2BR, 2BA | $1,324 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,369 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR, 1BA | $1,371 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR, 1BA | $1,499 |
| River Oaks Landing | 1.1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,523 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,593 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of September 23, 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 Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Johnston County apartment is the The Maple Model at Views at Flowers in the Churchill neighborhood starting at $1,750 with a $1.47 price per square foot. 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 |
| Views at Flowers | The Maple | 2BR, 2BA | $1.47 |
| Amelia Village | Carlyle Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $1.36 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR, 1BA | $1.40 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.54 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR, 1BA | $1.68 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.72 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.98 |
| Parkside Village | The Plank | 1BR, 1BA | $1.57 |
| South Moore-549 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.83 |
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 $969 at South Moore-549.
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 $1,324 at Amelia Village.
What is the most affordable Johnston County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnston County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Moore-549 and starts from $1,299.
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