
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prairie View Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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Prairie View, Johnston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prairie View?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Prairie View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $701 | $1,480 |
Prairie View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $701 | $1,885 |
Prairie View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,450 | $2,340 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Prairie View Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Cheapest Available Prairie View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prairie View area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. The Village at Westchester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $701. Here are the most affordable Prairie View apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $648 |
The Village at Westchester | Rye | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie View, IA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Prairie View area is the $1.27 price per square foot Echo Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons in the in the Green Meadows West neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value Prairie View apartment is the TWO BED/PATIO WALK -OUT/WASHER/DRYER Model at St. Andrews Apartments starting at $1,325 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prairie View apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
St. Andrews Apartments | TWO BED/PATIO WALK -OUT/WASHER/DRYER | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
Mansions at Hemingway | Pilar | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
Element Urbandale | B3p | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Cadence | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Brick Towne at Johnston | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
The Village at Westchester | Rye | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePrairie View, Johnston, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prairie View Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie View Apartment is $701 at The Village at Westchester.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prairie View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prairie View is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.
What is the most affordable Prairie View Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prairie View Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ave at Johnston Commons and starts from $1,455.
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