
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC from $500 (9 Rentals)
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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 | $1,404 | $1,277 | $2,150 |
| Johnston County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $950 | $2,405 |
| Johnston County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $999 | $2,651 |
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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 Reserve at Glen Laurel in the Churchill neighborhood priced from $1,286. Stallings Mill Apartment Homes in the Poole Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | ABIGAIL 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1,286 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of February 12, 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 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Alcove Garner Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Southern Trace 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 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Elyse | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Views at Flowers | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | ABIGAIL 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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 $1,286 at Reserve at Glen Laurel.
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 Summerwind Apartments and starts from $1,690.
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