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The average rent in Johnston, as of July 2026, is up 4.67% compared to last month and up 9.22% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
Garage parking | Balcony | Walk-in closets
3 beds
3.5 baths
$1,895
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1d ago
8650 Crescent Chase, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$973–$1,368
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Johnston
5793 Nw 54th Ct #NA, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
6929 Holly Ct, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site management
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,975
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
6942 Bluebell Ct #1, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
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Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,650
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
4 beds
3 baths
$2,895
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
4 beds
3 baths
$2,699
House for rent
Available Jun 15
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,345
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
3 beds
3 baths
$1,995
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Available Jul 20
Walk-In Closets
Garage Parking
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Grimes
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$1,395
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in Des Moines
Assigned parking | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
4d ago
4422 Nw Olivia Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
3d ago
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1225 S.W. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
1 bed
1 bath
$1,090
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Urbandale
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,350
$2,250
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$990
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5d+ ago
Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Ankeny
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
House for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$995
Apartment for rent
12h ago
1155 Sw Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,900
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3d ago
4925 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
On-site laundry | On-site management
1–2 beds
1 bath
$825–$910
Apartment for rent
19h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$865
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4534 4532, 4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$1,045–$1,150
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Locals appreciate Johnston for its variety of recreational opportunities, with nearby parks and trails often highlighted. Residents enjoy a suburban feel paired with convenient access to urban amenities in Des Moines, creating a comfortable living environment. Many families find the local schools to be a strong point, and there are plenty of shopping options and restaurants in the area. On the downside, some residents mention that traffic can be an issue during peak hours, which may affect daily commutes.
Johnston's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,300 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's available inventory.
April offers the lowest rental prices in Johnston, while September sees the highest rent with approximately 7.4% difference between these months. Timing your apartment search for spring rather than fall months could result in meaningful savings on your monthly rent.
Johnston offers excellent options for pet owners, with 85% of rental listings welcoming pets. This high percentage means you'll have plenty of choices when searching for an apartment that accommodates your furry companions.
Utilities are not typically included in Johnston rental properties, with 0% of listings including utilities as part of the monthly rent. Renters should budget separately for electricity, water, gas, and other utility costs when calculating their total housing expenses.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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