
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glenstone Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $600 (59 Rentals)
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Winwood Apartments

Crescent Chase

Providence Pointe

Sterling Pointe

White Oak Apartments

10516 Dorset Dr

10457 Dorset Dr

Adam Ridge Condos

The Ave at Johnston Commons
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Mansions at Hemingway

10301 Dorset Dr

10448 Dorset Dr

10425 Dorset Dr

6030 Bremen Ct

Johnston Common Brownstones

Plaza Manor

Douglas Park Apartments

Chad Estates

Elm Village Apartments
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Affordable Grimes apartments minutes from everything!

Oak Crossing

Destination 141

Bristol Ridge

Element Urbandale

Walnut Lake Apartments

The Allure at 141

Bexley Urbandale

St. Andrews Apartments

The Summit at Heritage Apartments
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Meadowlark Place

10151 Sutton Dr, Unit 6

The Reserve at Destination Pointe

10151 Sutton Pl

Reserve at Glenstone

2150 NE 18th St, Unit 15, Unit 15

301 SE 11th St, Unit 105, Unit 105

105 NW 8th St, Unit 205, Unit 205

Furnished Studio-Des Moines - Urbandale

Peppertree Apartments
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Northway Apartments

612 NE 4th St

Parkview Apartments

Grimes Park Apartments

Latitude Lofts

Thomas Square at Grimes

Grimes Park

501 NE Jacob St

Brookside Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments
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Glenstone, Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Glenstone?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenstone Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $895 | $1,621 |
| Glenstone 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $700 | $2,116 |
| Glenstone 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $719 | $2,416 |
| Glenstone 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $998 | $2,908 |
| Glenstone 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Glenstone Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Cheapest Available Glenstone Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Glenstone area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lofts at NorthPark priced from $700. Douglas Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Glenstone apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 1X1 656 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Oak Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $853 |
| Destination 141 | Apartment - Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Bristol Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $904 |
| Cross Creek | 2 Bed-Fs | 2BR,2BA | $956 |
| Walnut Lake Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| Winwood Apartments | Bayberry (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Element Urbandale | C1p | 2BR,2BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glenstone, IA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glenstone area is the $1.20 price per square foot 4BR/2.5BA Model at Orchard View Townhomes in the in the Cross Creek neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Glenstone apartment is the 4 BR 2 1/2 BA Model at 6956 Poppy Ct starting at $2,195 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glenstone apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard View Townhomes | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| 6956 Poppy Ct | 4 BR 2 1/2 BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Reserve at Glenstone | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 3 BDRM | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Element Urbandale | B3p | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B2r | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Bristol Ridge | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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How much rent can you afford?
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Best Local Schools in Glenstone, Johnston, IA
Johnston Senior High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glenstone Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Glenstone?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Glenstone is at Destination 141 listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Glenstone Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glenstone Apartment is $700 at The Lofts at NorthPark.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Glenstone Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Glenstone is starting from $750 at Douglas Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Glenstone Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Glenstone Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crossing and starts from $998.
Expert Rental Resources
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