
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA Under $1,200 (42 Rentals)


Crescent Chase

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Winwood Apartments

The Lofts at NorthPark

4837 NW 62nd Ave

Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

6030 Bremen Ct

59th Avenue Senior Lofts
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The Cottages at Johnston Commons

Cornerstone Commons

Element Urbandale

Destination 141

St. Andrews Apartments

The Village at Westchester

Bexley Urbandale

Plaza Manor
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Westchester Square

Legacy Meadows

Bristol Ridge

Meadowlark Place

Oak Crossing

Ashley Square

Crossroad Apartments

Village Green Apartments- 4532 Douglas
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Affordable Grimes apartments minutes from everything!

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

2537 Lynner Dr

2527 Lynner Dr

10151 Sutton Pl

5924 Sutton Pl

4807 NW Aurora Ave.

7815 Douglas Ave
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10141 Sutton Dr

Garden Court Apartments

Thomas Square at Grimes

501 NE Jacob St

Latitude Lofts

Douglas Woods

3615 61st St

The Birch
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Lillis Lofts
Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Studio Apartments | $919 | $599 | $1,269 |
| Johnston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $667 | $2,220 |
| Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $648 | $2,423 |
| Johnston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,048 | $3,158 |
| Johnston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Best Local Schools in Johnston, IA
Henry A Wallace Elementary School
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Johnston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Johnston with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Johnston is at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I listed at $648.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Johnston Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Johnston is $1,232.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Johnston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Johnston is a 1,477 square feet unit starting from $1,315 at SaddleBrook Apartments.
What is the average size for Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Johnston is currently 965 sq ft.
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