
Cheap Homes for Rent in Johnston County, NC from $600 (10 Rentals)
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726 Braswell Rd

317 E Dundee St

40 Coats Cir

410 W Watson St
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406 N Walton Ave

312 N Sellers St

1205 Gaston St

28 Coats Cir

12 Coats Cir
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Johnston County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Johnston County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,401 | $950 | $1,900 |
Johnston County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,200 | $2,789 |
Johnston County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,253 | $600 | $2,895 |
Johnston County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,324 | $2,250 | $2,399 |
Johnston County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,645 | $2,645 | $2,645 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverwood Villas in the Churchill neighborhood priced from $1,075. Walton Farms in the Churchill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Riverwood Villas | 1 bdr Biles | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Walton Farms | Joyner | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston County area is the $1.29 price per square foot The Clayton Model at Parkside Village in the in the Poole Farms neighborhood starting from $1,851. The second greatest value Johnston County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Alcove Garner Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Southern Trace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Parkside Village | The Clayton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Alcove Garner Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Riverwood Ranch Townhomes | Falkirk | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
Amelia Village | James Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Lionsgate Townhomes | Gloucester | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
Summerwind Apartments | Brunswick | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston County
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston County?
There are currently 157 Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $2,949. There are also 294 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston County ranging from $600 to $2,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnston County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston County ranges from $600 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $2,104.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Johnston County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnston County range from $1,500 to $2,890, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,789. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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