Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (55 Rentals)

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Winwood Apartments
$970 - $1,520
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$970 - $1,520
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Winwood Apartments

6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Brick Towne at Johnston
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$1,000 - $1,500
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Brick Towne at Johnston

6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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property at 10457 Dorset Dr

$1,290 - $1,495

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10457 Dorset Dr

JohnstonIA50131

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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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property at 3841 69th St

$975 - $1,200

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3841 69th St

UrbandaleIA50322
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
$1,050
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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property at 105 NW 8th St

$1,390

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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105 NW 8th St, Unit 205

105 NW 8th St
GrimesIA50111
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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
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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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4671 NW 50th St
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4671 NW 50th St

4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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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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Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322

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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 $664. 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 WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$664
Bristol RidgeB12BR,1BA$722
Grimes Park Apartments1BR - 30% of Gross Income1BR,1BA$805
Westchester SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$823
Sunrise Crest Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$885
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Meadowlark PlaceB2 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$904
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$932
Winwood ApartmentsBayberry (Studio)1BR,1BA$970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterford area is the $1.17 price per square foot 4 BR 2 1/2 BA Model at 6957 Poppy Ct in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Waterford apartment is the 3E 1332 sf Model at Providence Pointe starting at $1,515 with a $1.14 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6957 Poppy Ct4 BR 2 1/2 BA4BR,2.5BA$1.17
Providence Pointe3E 1332 sf3BR,2BA$1.14
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
The Lofts at NorthPark2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Crescent ChaseThe Master Suite2BR,2BA$1.06
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.13
Sunrise Crest Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Westchester SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$0.89
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80

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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 Oak Crossing and starts from $1,175.

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