Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $634 (56 Rentals)

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Winwood Apartments
$1,045 - $1,495

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Base Rent$1,045 - $1,495
Total Monthly Price$1,045 - $1,495
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Winwood Apartments

6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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Cadence
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$1,199 - $1,860

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Base Rent$1,199 - $1,860
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cadence

6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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Residences at 62W
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$1,445 - $2,340

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Base Rent$1,445 - $2,340
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Residences at 62W

6000 NW 62nd AveJohnston, IA 50131
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Cornerstone Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Commons

6365 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1
$1,000

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5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1

5000 Twana DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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property at 4211 65th St
$1,050
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4211 65th St

UrbandaleIA50322
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property at 10151 Sutton Pl
$1,150
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10151 Sutton Pl

UrbandaleIA50322
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$1,150
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5924 Sutton Pl

UrbandaleIA50322
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4314 67th St, Unit Duplex
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200
Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

4314 67th St, Unit Duplex

4314 67th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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property at 3942 57th St
$1,250
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3942 57th St

Des MoinesIA50310
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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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4671 NW 50th St
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4671 NW 50th St

4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310

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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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Oak Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Crossing

310 Gateway DrGrimes, 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 2 Beds unit found at The Village at Westchester priced from $659. Brick Towne at Johnston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Waterford apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village at WestchesterHarrison II2BR,1BA$659
Brick Towne at JohnstonOne bedroom, one bath1BR,1BA$800
The Summit at Heritage ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$878
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Oak Crossing1x11BR,1BA$904
Bristol RidgeB12BR,1BA$914
Cross CreekB22BR,1BA$922
608 NE 4th Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$935
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2c2BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA

As of September 10, 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 AC.3B.2B.B/P Model at Adam Ridge starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 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
Adam RidgeAC.3B.2B.B/P3BR,2BA$1.16
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.00
Sterling PointeBrooklyn2BR,2BA$1.23
The Lofts at NorthPark2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.15
5908-5924 Sutton Dr2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.27
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2c2BR,1BA$1.21
Bristol RidgeB12BR,1BA$1.14
The Village at WestchesterHarrison II2BR,1BA$0.83
Brick Towne at JohnstonOne bedroom, one bath1BR,1BA$1.18

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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 The Summit at Heritage Apartments listed at $878.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterford Apartment is $800 at Brick Towne at Johnston.

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 $659 at The Village at Westchester.

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 $1,048.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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