Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (18 Rentals)

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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
Senior Living
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Northway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northway Apartments

205 NW 8th StGrimes, IA 50111
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612 NE 4th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

612 NE 4th St

612 NE 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Parkview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

403 W 1st StGrimes, IA 50111
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Latitude Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Latitude Lofts

551 SE Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grimes Park

155 SW Maplewood DrGrimes, IA 50111
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501 NE Jacob St
2 Bedroom Apartments

501 NE Jacob St

501 NE Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Waterford, Johnston, IA Local Guide

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 $706. Here are the most affordable Waterford apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
The Village at WestchesterBedford II2BR,1BA$706
Bristol RidgeB52BR,2BA$797
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Meadowlark PlaceB1 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$897

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterford area is the $1.20 price per square foot A Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Waterford apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at White Oak Apartments starting at $1,430 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Cross Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
James Point Luxury TownhomesA3BR,2.5BA$1.20
White Oak Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.22
The Reserve at Destination PointeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
Bristol RidgeC33BR,2BA$1.07
Reserve at Glenstone2 Bdrm 10062BR,2BA$1.21
Ashley SquareJordan2BR,2BA$1.00
Adam Ridge CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.20
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2r2BR,1BA$1.24
The Village at WestchesterBedford II2BR,1BA$0.94
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waterford, Johnston, IA

Ranked #2

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa including Waterford, Johnston, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $895.

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 Meadowlark Place and starts from $1,024.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.