Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
Senior Living
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612 NE 4th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

612 NE 4th St

612 NE 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Latitude Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Latitude Lofts

551 SE Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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Alley Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alley Landing

2701 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Douglas Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglas Woods

2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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SaddleBrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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501 NE Jacob St
2 Bedroom Apartments

501 NE Jacob St

501 NE Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Johnston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I in the Green Meadows West neighborhood priced from $548. Legacy Apartments in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Legacy ApartmentsS1 ClassicStudio,1BA$665
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Douglas Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$700
4837 NW 62nd Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.20 price per square foot AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at Adam Ridge Condos in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Silver Oak Condos starting at $1,195 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the The Pinnacle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Adam Ridge CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.20
Silver Oak Condos2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom B2BR,2BA$1.01
Recently updated apartmentsBirch elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.11
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2r2BR,1BA$1.15
The Lofts at NorthPark1X1 8141BR,1BA$1.04
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.01
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
4837 NW 62nd Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Bristol RidgeA21BR,1BA$1.15

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Getting Around Johnston, IA

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Johnston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Johnston is at Legacy Apartments listed at $665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnston is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the most affordable Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elm Village Apartments and starts from $955.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.