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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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4837 NW 62nd Ave
4837 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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Cornerstone Commons
6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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The View on Douglas
5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Plaza Manor
3821-3823 66th AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Bristol Ridge
4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Legacy Meadows
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Crossroad Apartments
3720 57th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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3835 Boston Ave
3835 Boston AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Elm Village Apartments
3705 Elm DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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410 S 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Ashley Square
5501 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Destination 141
1360 Mocking Bird LnGrimes, IA 50111
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Lillis Lofts
6313 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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612 NE 4th St
612 NE 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Garden Court Apartments
3700 Martin Luther King PkyDes Moines, IA 50310
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Lovington Apartments
4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 56th Apartments
3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Latitude Lofts
551 SE Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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Thomas Square at Grimes
601 SE Dovetail RdGrimes, IA 50111
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Douglas Woods
2800 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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501 NE Jacob St
501 NE Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Johnston Studio Apartments | $864 | $650 | $1,229 |
| Cheap Johnston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $695 | $2,034 |
| Cheap Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $648 | $2,305 |
| Cheap Johnston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,131 | $2,693 |
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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. Douglas Oaks in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The View on Douglas | Completely Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $710 |
| Legacy Meadows | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA
As of March 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Model at Reserve at Glenstone in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,322. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the AC.3B.2B.B/P Model at Adam Ridge Condos starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Reserve at Glenstone | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Adam Ridge Condos | AC.3B.2B.B/P | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Bristol Ridge | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Johnston, IA
Henry A Wallace Elementary School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (876)
9 out of 10
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades 1-12 (1790)
9 out of 10
Johnston Middle School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades 8-9 (1166)
7 out of 10
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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 Douglas Oaks listed at $650.
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 Bristol Ridge and starts from $1,131.
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