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Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Johnston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Johnston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,387 | $1,095 | $1,645 |
Johnston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,878 | $1,000 | $2,450 |
Johnston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,330 | $2,195 | $2,420 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I in the Green Meadows West neighborhood priced from $548. Plaza Manor in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $686. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
Plaza Manor | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $686 |
The Village at Westchester | Buchanan | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA and Nearby
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.13 price per square foot 4711 Valdez Dr Model at 4711 Valdez Dr, Unit 4711 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at Adam Ridge Condos starting at $1,199 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4711 Valdez Dr, Unit 4711 | 4711 Valdez Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Adam Ridge Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
7815 Douglas Ave, Unit 102 | 7815 Douglas Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
The Reserve at Destination Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Elevated 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
The Village at Westchester | Harrison | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston
What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston?
There are currently 139 Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA with pricing that ranges from $648 to $3,542. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston ranging from $800 to $2,450.
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 $800 to $2,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,598.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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