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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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410 S 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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317 S Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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501 NE Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Waterford, Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $904 | $1,656 |
| Waterford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $776 | $2,092 |
| Waterford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $648 | $2,438 |
| Waterford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,100 | $2,736 |
| Waterford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Waterford, Johnston, IA Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Waterford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterford 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 $751. Here are the most affordable Waterford 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 | $751 |
| Cross Creek | a | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 501 NE Jacob St | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterford area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4 BR 2 1/2 BA Model at 6956 Poppy Ct in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Waterford apartment is the 3 Bdrm Model at Reserve at Glenstone starting at $1,320 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 6956 Poppy Ct | 4 BR 2 1/2 BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Reserve at Glenstone | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Reserve at Destination Pointe | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Adam Ridge Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B1r | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Village at Westchester | Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 501 NE Jacob St | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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Best Local Schools in Waterford, Johnston, IA
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (571)
7 out of 10
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades 1-12 (1790)
8 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterford is at Destination 141 listed at $931.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterford Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterford is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the most affordable Waterford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crossing and starts from $1,101.
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