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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
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4837 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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3821-3823 66th AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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The View on Douglas
5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Legacy Meadows
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Flats on 56th Apartments
3710 56th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bristol Ridge
4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Crossroad Apartments
3720 57th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Westchester Square
5528 Meredith DrDes 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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Oak Crossing
310 Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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3650 Patricia DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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1360 Mocking Bird LnGrimes, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Johnston Studio Apartments | $853 | $650 | $1,189 |
| Cheap Johnston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $642 | $2,126 |
| Cheap Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $648 | $2,761 |
| Cheap Johnston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $748 | $2,751 |
| Cheap Johnston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $1,495 | $2,295 |
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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. The View on Douglas in the Merle Hay 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 |
| The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Legacy Meadows | S1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $710 |
| The Village at Westchester | Harrison II | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| SaddleBrook Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bristol Ridge | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $797 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Reserve at Destination Pointe in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,229. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 2X2 1006 Plus Den Model at The Lofts at NorthPark starting at $1,040 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Cross Creek 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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| The Reserve at Destination Pointe | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 2X2 1006 Plus Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Alley Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Recently updated apartments near to shopping, dining, and public transportation | Birch elevated 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B1r | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Bristol Ridge | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Village at Westchester | Harrison II | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 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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Getting Around Johnston, IA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 Oak Crossing and starts from $1,008.
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