What are the average rent costs in Johnston, IA?

The average rent in Johnston, IA is $1,075.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Johnston, IA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Johnston, IA is $1,071.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA is $1,075.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA is $1,342.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA is $1,516.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Johnston, IA is $2,104.

Student Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA

74 Rentals

2 Months Free

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STUDIO

$1,059+

1 BED

$1,134+

2 BEDS

$1,399+

The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1

2337 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023

Call (515) 329-3689
3 BEDS

$2,300

Prairie Trails

1904 SW Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Call (515) 444-5675
1 BED

$695+

2 BEDS

$795+

The Grove at Hickman

2400 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Call (515) 400-4146
3 BEDS

$1,775

Cove at Prairie Trail

1801-1919 SW Lesina Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023

Call (515) 329-3979
2 BEDS

$710

4837 NW 62nd Ave

4837 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131

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1 BED

$800+

2 BEDS

$900+

3 BEDS

$1,100+

4 BEDS

$1,295+

New Haven Apartments

2501 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,475

3204 SW Sharmin Ln

3204 SW Sharmin Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
1 BED, 1 BATH

$850

2120 23rd St

2120 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Call (515) 612-6608
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,000

3600 Urbandale Ave Unit 3600 Urbandale Ave

3600 Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Call (641) 449-6541
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,875

2101 30th St

2101 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,500

1815 SW White Birch Cir #5

1815 SW White Birch Cir #5, Ankeny, IA 50023

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$850

2118 23rd St

2118 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$1,500

3161 SW Sharmin Ln

3161 SW Sharmin Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$1,815

Cove at Prairie Trail Townhomes - Prairie View End Unit Unit 1860 Veracruz

1860 SW Vera Cruz Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,100

Chautauqua Park Townhomes Unit 2020 SW Chautauqua Ln

2020 SW Chautauqua Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$800

614 Douglas Ave Unit 3

614 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$1,875

Cove at Prairie Trail Townhomes - Prairie View End Unit Unit 1846 Veracruz

1846 SW Vera Cruz Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$945

3914-3916 2nd Avenue Unit 3916 2nd Avenue

3914-3916 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,250

2 Bed Home in Beaverdale area (Available March 15th)

2509 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,450

Sublease - 2 Bedroom Townhome Available February 16th, 2026!

3128 SW Sharmin Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,475

Comfort, Convenience & Location — 3-Bedroom Ankeny Condo

1835 SW White Birch Cir, Ankeny, IA 50021
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$925

2427 Welbeck Rd

2427 Welbeck Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
STUDIO

$605+

2 BEDS

$786+

Clover Creek

2901-2907 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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2413 24th St

2413 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Johnston at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,075

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Johnston, IA Apartments for Rent

Johnston, located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, has grown from 8,649 residents in 2000 to over 24,000 today. The city's eastern border follows Saylorville Lake and the Des Moines River, offering residents access to hiking trails, fishing spots, and water activities.

Apartments in Johnston generally start around $1,100 for one-bedroom floor plans and $1,521 for three-bedroom layouts. The area is home to major employers including Corteva Agriscience and John Deere Financial. Residents appreciate the easy access to Interstate 80 and nearby shopping centers, combining residential living with metropolitan convenience.

Renting in Johnston

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 624 Sq Ft $1,071 / mo
1 Bedroom 727 Sq Ft $1,075 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,022 Sq Ft $1,342 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,296 Sq Ft $1,516 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,732 Sq Ft $2,104 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Johnston

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Providence Pointe West 796 Sq Ft $1,574/mo

Getting Around Johnston

Transportation

Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

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Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny Ankeny Campus

Public University

Drake University

Private University

Grand View University

Private University

Des Moines Area C.C., Urban Urban Campus

Des Moines Area C.C., West West Campus

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Johnston Senior High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 10-12

1,790 Students

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Johnston Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 8-9

1,166 Students

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Summit Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-7

1,112 Students

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Beaver Creek Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

571 Students

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Lawson Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

607 Students

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Horizon Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

647 Students

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Timber Ridge Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

662 Students

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