402 E Branch St
BensonNC27504
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62 Coats Cir
BensonNC27504
15 Coats Cir
BensonNC27504
95 T-Bar Rd
BensonNC27504
500 Ivey Rd
Four OaksNC27524
105 Loganshire Way
PrincetonNC27569
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102 Loganshire Way
PrincetonNC27569
402 Collier St
SmithfieldNC27577
39 Alex St
Willow SpringNC27592
38 Alex St
Willow SpringNC27592
439 E Stallings St
ClaytonNC27520
403 E Branch St
BensonNC27504
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1076 Norris Rd
ClaytonNC27520
707 S Moore St
ClaytonNC27520
1132 Norris Rd
ClaytonNC27520
101 Mayfair Ct
ClaytonNC27520
33 Cheltenham Dr
ClaytonNC27520
205 Spirea Dr
SmithfieldNC27577
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32 S Prospect Dr
ClaytonNC27520
43 S Prospect Dr
ClaytonNC27520
832 W Stallings St
ClaytonNC27520
513 Jones Ave
SelmaNC27576
404 E Elizabeth St
SelmaNC27576
13037 NC-96
ZebulonNC27597
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2813 Bennington Dr
ClaytonNC27520
428 E Rose St
SmithfieldNC27577
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Johnston County, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,396 | $1,100 | $1,750 |
| Johnston County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,879 | $1,300 | $2,499 |
| Johnston County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,203 | $1,200 | $3,120 |
| Johnston County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,383 | $1,995 | $2,800 |
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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 $1,224. Spinning Mill Lofts in the Willowbrook 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Parkside Village | The Patterson | 2BR,2BA | $1,404 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | Abigail | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
| River Oaks Landing | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Flower Mill | 2BR,2BA | $1,527 |
| The Averly at Flowers | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,538 |
| Views at Flowers | The Hibiscus | 2BR,2BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of August 02, 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 Magnolia Model at The Arbors at East Village starting at $1,832 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Riverwood 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 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Magnolia | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Floyd - Vaulted & Tray Ceilings | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Cotton Mill | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Views at Flowers | The Dogwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Averly at Flowers | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | Abigail | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston County
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston County?
There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,224 to $2,465. There are also 225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston County ranging from $1,100 to $3,120.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnston County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston County ranges from $1,100 to $3,120 with an average monthly rent of $1,925.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.