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Johnston Gardens Apartments

Welcome to Johnston Gardens, a modern apartment community in Johnston, IA, where comfort and convenience come together in a prime Des Moines metro location. Choose from spacious one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans featuring 9′ ceilings, in-unit washers and dryers, stainless-steel energy-efficient appliances, walk-in closets, and high-speed internet access. Select homes offer private balconies or patios and kitchen islands. Residents enjoy community perks like detached garages, storage options, access to nearby biking and walking trails, online rental payments, and responsive on-site management with 24-hour emergency maintenance. Pet lovers will feel right at home, too, with pet-friendly policies and nearby green space for walks. Just off Merle Hay Road, you’re minutes from shopping, dining, recreation, and major employers — making Johnston Gardens the perfect place to call home.

Furry friends are always welcome
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CHOOSE YOUR APARTMENT

Our one, two, and three-bedroom apartments feature 9' ceilings to create a spacious, airy feel. Enjoy the ease of in-unit washer and dryers, as well as Energy Star stainless steel appliances, walk-in closets, and Wi-Fi internet access.

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Take a visual tour of stylish living at Johnston Gardens — where exceptional design meets everyday comfort.

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ALL IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Johnston Gardens offers a modern, inviting place to call home in one of the best locations in the Des Moines metro! Just off of Merle Hay Road, our residents have easy access to top shopping, restaurants and recreation, including beautiful Saylorville Lake.

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Unique & Stylish

Our apartments are pet-friendly and your furry friends will enjoy the close proximity to walking paths and bike trails. You'll love your new home at Johnston Gardens!

DETATCHED GARAGES
PET-FRIENDLY
IN-UNIT LAUNDRY
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