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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I
5409 NW Johnston DrJohnston, IA 50131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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The Village at Westchester
5413 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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4515 86th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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4671 NW 50th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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Westchester Square
5528 Meredith DrDes Moines, IA 50310
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Bexley Urbandale
7800 Iltis DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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MORT- 410 SE 4th St.
410 S 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Destination 141
1360 Mocking Bird LnGrimes, IA 50111
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Waterford, Johnston, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $895 | $1,797 |
| Waterford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $725 | $2,747 |
| Waterford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $740 | $3,451 |
| Waterford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,073 | $3,652 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Waterford Neighborhood of Johnston, IA.
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Cheapest Available Waterford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterford area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $648. Meadowlark Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Waterford apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $648 |
| Meadowlark Place | B1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Reserve at Glenstone | Studio | Studio,1BA | $861 |
| Destination 141 | Apartment - Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterford, IA
As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterford area is the $1.17 price per square foot A Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Waterford apartment is the Echo Model at The Ave at Johnston Commons starting at $1,455 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| James Point Luxury Townhomes | A | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Reserve at Destination Pointe | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| White Oak Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Adam Ridge Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Sterling Pointe | Two Bedroom SP | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Bexley Urbandale | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Ashley Square | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Best Local Schools in Waterford, Johnston, IA
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (571)
7 out of 10
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades 1-12 (1790)
8 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Waterford, Johnston, IA
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (571)
7 out of 10
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Community School District
Public School - Grades 1-12 (1790)
8 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa including Waterford, Johnston, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterford is under $943.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterford?
The cheapest apartment in Waterford is Ashley Square which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Waterford costs $1,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterford?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Waterford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waterford?
Cheap apartments in Waterford have an average cost of $118 which is $1,477 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterford.
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