
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnstown, OH from $700 (47 Rentals)
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Redwood Johnstown

Johnstown Manor Apartments

Ridgeview Manor Apartments

165 W Jersey St

Fairway Lakes

Arden Park Apartments

Enclave at Albany Park

Roxford Village
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HQ Flats

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Sugar Run at New Albany

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The Woods at Perry Lane

Emerson Park

The Gramercy New Albany

The Fenimore

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Hamilton Woods

Ravines at Rocky Ridge
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Albany Commons

The Chelsea Apartments

Oxford Park

The Landon at New Albany Park

Fairmont Apartments

Maison Apartments

Market & Main

Camden

Dalton Residences
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Brynn Mar Crossing - Brand New Townhomes

166 S Main St

ALBANY LANDINGS

Baxter Park

4262 Bridgelane Pl

1383 Pansy St

130 Dusky Willow Dr

8180 Royal Elm Dr

7203 Taylor Rd
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153 Cornell Ct

334 Silver Maple Dr
Johnstown, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnstown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown Studio Apartments | $1,516 | $1,188 | $1,845 |
| Johnstown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $1,170 | $3,585 |
| Johnstown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,200 | $6,830 |
| Johnstown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,350 | $5,856 |
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Cheapest Available Johnstown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnstown, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairway Lakes in the North East Columbus neighborhood priced from $1,170. Arden Park Apartments in the North East Columbus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnstown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Lakes | The Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Arden Park Apartments | Holister | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Clifton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom -720 Sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Enclave at Albany Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,230 |
| LC New Albany | Town Center - EXC | 1BR,1BA | $1,243 |
| ALBANY LANDINGS | The York | 1BR,1BA | $1,246 |
| Hudson Square Apartments | Suite H | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| HQ Flats | Ella | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| LC Gahanna | Bentley Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| Catalina Club Apartments | The Reef | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnstown, OH and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnstown area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Brynn Mar Crossing - Brand New Townhomes in the in the Cameron Chase neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Johnstown apartment is the Hockney | Renovated Model at The Chelsea Apartments starting at $1,660 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnstown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynn Mar Crossing - Brand New Townhomes | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| The Chelsea Apartments | Hockney | Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Leafy Dell Apartments | 2 Bedroom Mid Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Catalina Club Apartments | The Reef | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Woods at Perry Lane | Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| ALBANY LANDINGS | The Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Warner West Apartments | Cp - Premium Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Fairway Lakes | The Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Andrew Reserve | THE CARDINAL | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Clifton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom -720 Sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Best Local Schools in Johnstown, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnstown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnstown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnstown Apartment is $1,170 at Fairway Lakes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnstown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnstown is starting from $1,230 at Enclave at Albany Park.
What is the most affordable Johnstown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnstown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Andrew Reserve and starts from $2,125.
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