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Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Johnston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,427 | $1,000 | $2,400 |
Johnston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,975 | $1,300 | $2,645 |
Johnston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,312 | $1,795 | $2,500 |
Johnston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,775 | $3,300 | $4,250 |
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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. Large Studio Apartments set back in quier in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
Large Studio Apartments set back in quier | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $700 |
4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA and Nearby
As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.15 price per square foot Townhomes Model at Diamond Ridge Estates in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 2 Bdrm 1006 Model at Reserve at Glenstone starting at $1,202 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Kennybrook 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. |
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Diamond Ridge Estates | Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
Reserve at Glenstone | 2 Bdrm 1006 | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Element Urbandale | B3pr | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B2r | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Recently updated apartments | Birch elevated 2 Bed W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Lofts at NorthPark | 1X1 814 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
The Village at Westchester | Buchanan II | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston?
There are currently 151 Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA with pricing that ranges from $648 to $2,662. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston ranging from $900 to $4,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston ranges from $900 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,080.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Johnston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnston range from $736 to $2,662, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,645. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,195.
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