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1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,325
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
Garage parking | Walk-in closets | Package service
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,500
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
3 beds
3.5 baths
$1,895
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,799
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
Garage parking | Walk-in closets | Package service
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,695
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,695
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1d ago
8650 Crescent Chase, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,061–$1,408
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Johnston
6954 Marigold Ct, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Fireplace
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,195
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Available Jan 1
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4d ago
10509 Dorset Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,175–$1,490
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
4 beds
3 baths
$2,799
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Available Jun 15
Swimming Pool
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Garage Parking
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,345
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnston
10340 Powell Ave, Johnston, IA 50131
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
5 beds
3 baths
$3,500
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,290
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,195
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$1,290
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,340
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,340
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnston
3 beds
3 baths
$1,995
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Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Des Moines
Assigned parking | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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5d+ 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
Merle Hay apartment for rent in Des Moines
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
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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
$1,025
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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 2024 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.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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