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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Meadow Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (29 Rentals)
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4837 NW 62nd Ave
4837 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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The Lofts at NorthPark
8845 Northpark CtJohnston, IA 50131
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Winwood Apartments
6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Brick Towne at Johnston
6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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8650 Crescent C...Johnston, IA 50131
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$1,2801 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7
Johnston Gardens Apartments
5705 NW 57th 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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Residences at 62W
6000 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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Cadence
6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
6895 Jack London Dr
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Cornerstone Commons
6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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59th Avenue Senior Lofts
4720 NW 59th AveJohnston, IA 50131
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The Cottages at Johnston Commons
5814 Northglenn DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Johnston Common Brownstones
6833 Jack London DrJohnston, IA 50131
6870 Jack London Dr
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6909 Daniel Defoe Dr
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Legacy Meadows
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bristol Ridge
4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westchester Square
5528 Meredith DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Ashley Square
5501 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bexley Urbandale
7800 Iltis DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Northwoods Townhomes
8319 Brookview PlUrbandale, IA 50322
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4671 NW 50th St
4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Cross Creek
8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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5908-5924 Sutton Dr
5908-5924 Sutton DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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East Meadow, Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Meadow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Meadow Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| East Meadow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $687 | $1,645 |
| East Meadow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $648 | $1,920 |
| East Meadow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,136 | $2,340 |
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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 Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. The Village at Westchester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $671. Here are the most affordable East Meadow apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $671 |
| Legacy Meadows | S1 Partial Reno | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $710 |
| Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Westchester Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $826 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Winwood Apartments | Bayberry (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $998 |
| Brick Towne at Johnston | One bedroom, one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Meadow, IA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Meadow area is the $1.30 price per square foot Echo Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons in the in the Green Meadows West neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value East Meadow apartment is the 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Merle Hay 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 | $1.30 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 5908-5924 Sutton Dr | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Legacy Meadows | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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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 $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
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 $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
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 $1,495.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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