
Cheap Homes for Rent in Johnston County, NC from $900 (16 Rentals)
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2113 Devils Racetrack Rd

317 E Dundee St

312 N Sellers St

404 W 1st St

40 Coats Cir

410 W Watson St
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1205 Gaston St

406 N Walton Ave

14 Coats Cir

12 Coats Cir

379 S Moore St

5 Cheltenham Dr

21 Belhaven Dr

201 Johnson Dr
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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 | $1,381 | $950 | $2,000 |
Johnston County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,890 | $1,200 | $2,695 |
Johnston County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $1,750 | $3,000 |
Johnston County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
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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. Amelia Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. 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 |
Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Walton Farms | Joyner | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Reserve at Glen Laurel | ABIGAIL 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Brayden | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston County area is the $1.33 price per square foot The Clayton Model at Parkside Village in the in the Poole Farms neighborhood starting from $1,910. The second greatest value Johnston County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Alcove Garner Apartments starting at $1,703 with a $1.45 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 | $1.33 |
Alcove Garner Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Riverwood Ranch Townhomes | Falkirk | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
Lionsgate Townhomes | Gloucester | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
Summerwind Apartments | Beaufort | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Reserve at Glen Laurel | ABIGAIL 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston County
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston County?
There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Johnston County, NC with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,030. There are also 282 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston County ranging from $950 to $3,000.
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 $950 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,881.
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 $1,610 to $2,890, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,765.
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