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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prairie View Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (8 Rentals)
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4837 NW 62nd Ave
4837 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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Cornerstone Commons
6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Legacy Meadows
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bristol Ridge
4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westchester Square
5528 Meredith DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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4671 NW 50th St
4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Prairie View, Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prairie View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie View Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| Prairie View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $683 | $1,645 |
| Prairie View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,113 | $648 | $1,920 |
| Prairie View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $1,130 | $2,340 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Prairie View Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Cheapest Available Prairie View Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prairie View area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. The Village at Westchester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $671. Here are the most affordable Prairie View 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 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $671 |
| Legacy Meadows | S1 Partial Reno | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie View, IA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prairie View area is the $1.30 price per square foot Echo Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons in the in the Green Meadows West neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Prairie View 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 Prairie View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Lofts at NorthPark | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 5908-5924 Sutton Dr | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Westchester Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 4837 NW 62nd Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prairie View Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie View Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prairie View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prairie View is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the most affordable Prairie View Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prairie View Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ave at Johnston Commons and starts from $1,495.
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