Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (60 Rentals)

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Brick Towne at Johnston
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brick Towne at Johnston

6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,290 - $1,495

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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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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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
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

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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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 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. The Lofts at NorthPark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Waterford apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$648
The Lofts at NorthPark1X1 6561BR,1BA$700
The Village at WestchesterBedford II2BR,1BA$729
Oak Crossing1x11BR,1BA$853
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$886
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Bristol RidgeB12BR,1BA$906
Cross Creek2 Bed-Fs2BR,2BA$956
Winwood ApartmentsBayberry (Studio)1BR,1BA$970
Brick Towne at JohnstonOne bedroom, one bath1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterford area is the $1.20 price per square foot 4BR/2.5BA Model at Orchard View Townhomes in the in the Cross Creek neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Waterford apartment is the A Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes starting at $1,975 with a $1.25 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.
Orchard View Townhomes4BR/2.5BA4BR,2.5BA$1.20
James Point Luxury TownhomesA3BR,2.5BA$1.25
Reserve at Glenstone3 Bdrm3BR,2BA$1.13
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Crescent ChaseThe Master Suite2BR,2BA$1.20
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.13
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$0.99
Ashley SquareAurora1BR,1BA$1.27
The Lofts at NorthPark2X12BR,1BA$1.24

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Waterford, Johnston, IA

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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 $700 at The Lofts at NorthPark.

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 $998.

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