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Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Johnston, IA under $1200. 123 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    6031 Meadow Crest Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $935+
    2 BEDS $1,160+
  • a living room filled with furniture and a fire place
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    8650 Crescent Chase, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,056+
  • A living room with a striped rug and two white chairs.
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    6300 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,093+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    100 5409 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $548+
    2 BEDS $648+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    100 5509 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,150+
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  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator and brown cabinets.
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    6365 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • 6450 Merle Hay Road 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    6450 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,000+

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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    935 SE Silkwood Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    1 BED $978+
  • A spacious kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a black refrigerator.
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    1360 NE Primrose Lane, Grimes, IA 50111
    STUDIO $895+
    1 BED $1,095+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black oven.
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    551 SE Gateway Circle, Grimes, IA 50111-2260
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $537+
    2 BEDS $892+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a countertop is visible.
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    8714 Meredith Dr., Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $879+
    2 BEDS $881+
    3 BEDS $1,071+
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  • A living room with a grey couch, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    4435 NW 86Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $911+
    2 BEDS $937+
    3 BEDS $997+
  • A modern kitchen with dark brown cabinets and a white island.
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    1250 SE 11Th Street, Grimes, IA 50111
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,029+
    2 BEDS $1,033+
    3 BEDS $1,024
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter and a door to a living room
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    5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $716+
    2 BEDS $716+
  • a living room with carpet and a door to a hallway
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    5528 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $839+
    2 BEDS $958+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a green chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.
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    5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $991+
    2 BEDS $1,005+
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
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    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $655+
    2 BEDS $758+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a fireplace
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    8301 Colby Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $820+
  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    3650 Patricia Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $894+
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,130
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen and living room with a couch and a table
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,130
  • A living room with a brown couch and a coffee table.
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    2510 Canterbury Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
    STUDIO $736+
    1 BED $853+
    2 BEDS $988+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    8825 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $766+
    2 BEDS $751+
  • A spacious living room with a carpeted floor and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
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    408 Sandpiper Court, Polk City, IA 50226
    2 BEDS $1,046+
  • A kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets.
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    2715 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $935+
    3 BEDS $1,140+
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Getting around in Johnston, IA

3 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 3, Bike Score®: 28

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Johnston, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Johnston, IA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Johnston, IA?

The best apartments in Johnston, IA are: Winwood Apartments, Crescent Chase, Residences at 62W, Cadence and White Oak Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Johnston, IA?

In Johnston 28% of the housing is rented out compared to 72% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 27% of Johnston’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 69% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Johnston, IA under $1,200

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 123 apartments for rent in Johnston, IA from 25 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Johnston, IA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $537 in Johnston, IA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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