
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Green Meadows West Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Green Meadows West area of Johnston.


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Brick Towne at Johnston

Crescent Chase

The Lofts at NorthPark

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Winwood Apartments

Providence Pointe
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Sterling Pointe

The Ave at Johnston Commons

Adam Ridge

Cornerstone Commons
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The Cottages at Johnston Commons

Bristol Ridge

Westchester Square

Bexley Urbandale

4211 65th St

Ashley Square
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The Reserve at Destination Pointe

5924 Sutton Pl

10151 Sutton Pl

Reserve at Glenstone

Cross Creek

Foxdale Condominiums
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5908-5924 Sutton Dr
Green Meadows West, Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Green Meadows West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadows West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $800 | $2,147 |
| Green Meadows West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $648 | $2,669 |
| Green Meadows West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,395 | $2,907 |
| Green Meadows West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Green Meadows West Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Bristol Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Green Meadows West 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 |
| Bristol Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $765 |
| Brick Towne at Johnston | One bedroom, one bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cross Creek | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Green Meadows West, IA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Green Meadows West 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 Green Meadows West apartment is the 4 BR 2 1/2 BA Model at 6957 Poppy Ct starting at $1,995 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Green Meadows West 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 |
| 6957 Poppy Ct | 4 BR 2 1/2 BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Providence Pointe | 3D 1503 sf | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Adam Ridge | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Sterling Pointe | Brooklyn | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Bristol Ridge | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 5908-5924 Sutton Dr | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Brick Towne at Johnston | One bedroom, one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Green Meadows West, Johnston, IA
Timber Ridge Elementary
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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 $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
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 Sterling Pointe and starts from $1,375.
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