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10 King Arthur Ct

334 Silver Maple Dr

1383 Pansy St

7203 Taylor Rd
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7741 Sherridon Dr

3985 Sweet Shadow Ave

153 Cornell Ct

7208 Billy Goat Dr

1299 Hanson St
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108 Clayburn Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnstown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,162 | $1,250 | $6,000 |
| Johnstown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,617 | $1,747 | $4,297 |
| Johnstown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,249 | $2,200 | $7,450 |
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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 Arden Park Apartments in the North East Columbus neighborhood priced from $1,175. LC New Albany in the North East Columbus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,210. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnstown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Park Apartments | Holister | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| LC New Albany | Bentley Flat - FARMS | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Enclave at Albany Park | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| ALBANY LANDINGS | The Ashbrook | 2BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Hudson Square Apartments | Suite H | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnstown, OH and Nearby
As of May 07, 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 Two Bedroom Two Bath-1144 sqft Model at Palmer House Apartment Homes starting at $1,640 with a $1.43 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 |
| Palmer House Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bath-1144 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Dalton Residences | 2 Bed 2 Bath C | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Emerson Park | The Akron - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Leafy Dell Apartments | 2 Bedroom Mid Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| ALBANY LANDINGS | The Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Catalina Club Apartments | The Reef | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Fairway Lakes | The Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Andrew Reserve | THE CARDINAL | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Clifton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 778 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Johnstown?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Johnstown, OH with pricing that ranges from $1,117 to $6,830. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnstown ranging from $1,250 to $7,450.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnstown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnstown ranges from $1,250 to $7,450 with an average monthly rent of $3,009.
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