
Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA (134 Rentals)


Sterling Pointe

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Residences at 62W

Providence Pointe

The Ave at Johnston Commons

Adam Ridge

Mansions at Hemingway

Crescent Chase

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Winwood Apartments

The Lofts at NorthPark
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Johnston Gardens Apartments

White Oak Apartments

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Cadence

6957 Poppy Ct

Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

6935 Bluebell Ct

9702 Hazelwood Ave

6918 Bluebell Ct

6925 Holly Ct

6910 Bluebell Ct
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6929 Holly Ct

8912 Highland Oaks Dr

10320 Norfolk Ct

6942 Bluebell Ct

6941 Holly Ct

6879 Daniel Defoe Dr

The Village at Westchester

Destination 141

The Reserve at Destination Pointe

Bexley Urbandale
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Westchester Square

Latitude Lofts

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Diamond Ridge Estates

The Allure at 141

Reserve at Glenstone

Meadowlark Place

Bristol Ridge

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

Ashley Square

Northwoods Townhomes
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Sunrise Crest Apartments

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

811 SE 10th Ln

9020 Iltis Dr

301 SE 11th St, Unit 805

4003 79th St

14210 Springbrook Trl

14216 Springbrook Trl

7003 Madison Ave

8914 Hickory Dr
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Waterford, Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $894 | $1,571 |
| Waterford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $655 | $2,121 |
| Waterford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $648 | $2,597 |
| Waterford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,048 | $3,038 |
| Waterford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,440 | $1,345 | $1,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,885 | $1,245 | $2,665 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,666 | $2,299 | $2,895 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterford, Johnston, IA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waterford, Johnston, IA
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Johnston Senior High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa, including Johnston. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Johnston, Waterford has come to be one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, and access to the best-rated education resources.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and green spaces is something they look for when they rent. This residential neighborhood has now become known as providing good access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town is now ranked as one of the A-list high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there furry friends in your life? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterford
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Waterford area of Johnston, IA?
As of today, August 23, 2026, there are currently 134 available Waterford apartments priced from $648 to $3,038, with an average monthly rent of $1,436.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Waterford Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Waterford ranges from $655 to $2,121 with an average monthly rent of $1,253.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterford cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Waterford range from $648 to $2,597. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,270.
How expensive are Waterford Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 38 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Waterford on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,048 to $3,038 - averaging $1,869 for the location.
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