Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $900 (9 Rentals)

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property at 3841 69th St

$975 - $1,200

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$975 - $1,200

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1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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3841 69th St

UrbandaleIA50322

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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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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

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waterford, Johnston, IA

Ranked #3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterford

What type of rentals are currently available in Waterford?

There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA with pricing that ranges from $648 to $3,153. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterford ranging from $975 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterford ranges from $975 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,187.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waterford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waterford range from $1,142 to $3,153, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,390 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,195.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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