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Brick Towne at Johnston
6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Meadow Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Residences at 62W
6000 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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The Ave at Johnston Commons
6200 Clark LnJohnston, IA 50131
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Mansions at Hemingway
6701 Hemingway StJohnston, IA 50131
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Winwood Apartments
6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Cadence
6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Johnston Gardens Apartments
5705 NW 57th AveJohnston, IA 50131
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East Meadow, Johnston, IA Local Guide
Johnston, Iowa welcome sign by Flickr User: Iowahwyman is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Meadow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Meadow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $775 | $1,480 |
| East Meadow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $1,180 | $1,885 |
| East Meadow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,450 | $2,340 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Meadow Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Cheapest Available East Meadow Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Meadow area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Winwood Apartments priced from $935. Brick Towne at Johnston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable East Meadow apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Winwood Apartments | Bayberry (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Brick Towne at Johnston | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Johnston Gardens Apartments | g.sycamo | 2BR,2BA | $1,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Meadow, IA
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Meadow area is the $1.27 price per square foot Echo Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons in the in the Green Meadows West neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value East Meadow apartment is the B4 Model at Cadence starting at $1,460 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Meadow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Cadence | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Johnston Gardens Apartments | g.sycamo | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Pilar | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Residences at 62W | Orchard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Brick Towne at Johnston | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Winwood Apartments | Bayberry (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Meadow, Johnston, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Johnston, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Meadow Neighborhood in Johnston, IA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Meadow Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Meadow Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Meadow Apartment is $935 at Winwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Meadow Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Meadow is starting from $1,180 at Winwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Meadow Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Meadow Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ave at Johnston Commons and starts from $1,455.
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