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The Cottages at Johnston Commons
5814 Northglenn Dr,
Johnston,
IA
50131
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About The Cottages at Johnston Commons
Welcome home to a relaxing, maintenance-free lifestyle! The Cottages at Johnston Commons is an affordable adult living community, for those 55 and better. Enjoy the peace and quiet of suburban living and the convenience of living just minutes from great shopping, dining, and all central Iowa has to offer.
The Cottages at Johnston Commons is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50131 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Johnston Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Community Garden
- Income Restricted Apartments Available
- Storage
Community Amenities
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
5814 Northglenn Dr,
Johnston,
IA
50131
Located 11 miles northwest of Des Moines, the quaint city of Johnson, Iowa offers safe neighborhoods and a family-friendly environment. With the Des Moines River flowing along the eastern border of Johnston and Beaver Creek running directly through town, residents enjoy fantastic waterfront views. Part of Johnston resides on the shores of Saylorville Lake where residents can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and boating.
This suburb belongs to the Johnston Community School District, offering a top-tier education system for K-12 like Johnston High School. With river and lakefront views, a welcoming community, public parks, and secure neighborhoods, Johnston is the perfect place to raise a family in Iowa. Johnston provides a wonderful variety of rentals between luxury and affordable apartments. There’s something for everyone in this suburbia.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 10.0 mi |
The Cottages at Johnston Commons is within 16 minutes or 7.2 miles from Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny. It is also near Drake University and Des Moines Area C.C., Urban.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
571 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,166 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,112 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,790 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
1 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
4 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
388 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
490 Students
Nearby
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Walkability Near The Cottages at Johnston Commons
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
75
/ 100
Traffic
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
5814 Northglenn Dr
Johnston, IA 50131