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Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,224 | $700 | $1,695 |
| Johnston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,835 | $1,145 | $2,295 |
| Johnston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,438 | $2,100 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I in the Green Meadows West neighborhood priced from $548. The View on Douglas in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
| The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $710 |
| Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA and Nearby
As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Model at Reserve at Glenstone in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,304. The second greatest value Johnston 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 Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Glenstone | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Legacy Meadows | B3 Partial Renovation | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Douglas Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in Johnston, IA
Henry A Wallace Elementary School
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Public School - Grades PK-5 (0)
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Johnston Senior High School
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9 out of 10
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What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston?
There are currently 148 Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA with pricing that ranges from $599 to $2,931. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston ranging from $700 to $2,950.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston ranges from $700 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,698.
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