Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Green Meadows West Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)

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Brick Towne at Johnston
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brick Towne at Johnston

6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322

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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. Bristol Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $721. 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
Bristol RidgeB52BR,2BA$721
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$886
Cross Creek2 Bed-Fs2BR,2BA$957
Winwood ApartmentsBayberry (Studio)1BR,1BA$970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Green Meadows West, IA

As of April 20, 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 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 Green Meadows West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Orchard View Townhomes4BR/2.5BA4BR,2.5BA$1.20
6956 Poppy Ct4 BR 2 1/2 BA4BR,2.5BA$1.28
Reserve at Glenstone3 Bdrm3BR,2BA$1.13
Johnston Gardens ApartmentsSycamore2BR,2BA$1.27
Adam Ridge CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.30
Crescent ChaseThe Master Suite2BR,2BA$1.24
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B1r2BR,1BA$1.23
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.13
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$1.27

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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 $886 at Ashley Square.

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 Reserve at Glenstone and starts from $1,373.

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