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Johnston, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Mansion House Apartments priced from $1,350. Shorewood Apartments in the Outer Downcity East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,685. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mansion House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Shorewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom (R)1BR,1BA$1,685
Rising Sun MillsFrederickStudio,1BA$1,725
Westwood Manor2A-R2BR,1BA$1,750
Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community1 x 1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, RI

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.08 price per square foot 68 Bergen St Model at 68 Bergen St, Unit Bergen street in the in the Manton neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 800 Plainfield St Model at 800 Plainfield St starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Manton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
68 Bergen St, Unit Bergen street68 Bergen St3BR,2BA$1.08
800 Plainfield St800 Plainfield St2BR,1BA$1.50
35 Valley St, Unit #235 Valley St4BR,1BA$1.83
8 Auburn Ave, Unit 10 Auburn Ave8 Auburn Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
95 Wayland Ave, Unit 295 Wayland Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
25 Fallon Ave, Unit 125 Fallon Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
Chateau ChatillonClassic 2 Bed Chatillon2BR,2BA$1.90
177 Greenville Ave, Unit 2177 Greenville Ave2BR,1BA$1.75
Bainbridge Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
22 Woonasquatucket Ave, Unit 2nd Floor22 Woonasquatucket Ave2BR,1BA$1.72

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston

What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston?

There are currently 579 Apartments for Rent in Johnston, RI with pricing that ranges from $850 to $5,579. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston ranging from $950 to $4,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston ranges from $950 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,369.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnston range from $1,600 to $3,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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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