Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Green Meadows West Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (5 Rentals)

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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
Senior Living
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Green Meadows West, Johnston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Green Meadows West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Green Meadows West area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. The Lofts at NorthPark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Green Meadows West apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$648
The Lofts at NorthPark1X1 6751BR,1BA$810
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2c2BR,1BA$871

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Green Meadows West, IA

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Green Meadows West area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3E 1332 sf Model at Providence Pointe in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,614. The second greatest value Green Meadows West apartment is the Alpha Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons starting at $1,295 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Green Meadows West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Providence Pointe3E 1332 sf3BR,2BA$1.21
The Ave at Johnston CommonsAlpha2BR,2BA$1.26
Reserve at Glenstone2 Bdrm 10062BR,2BA$1.19
Adam Ridge CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.20
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$1.00
Crescent ChaseThe Professional2BR,2BA$1.25
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B1r2BR,1BA$1.08
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.17
The Lofts at NorthPark1X1 6751BR,1BA$1.20

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Green Meadows West, Johnston, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Northwest Des Moines, IA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Green Meadows West Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Green Meadows West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Green Meadows West Apartment is $810 at The Lofts at NorthPark.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Green Meadows West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Green Meadows West is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the most affordable Green Meadows West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Green Meadows West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bristol Ridge and starts from $1,095.

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