A lively area with bars, restaurants, and weekend activity. Ideal if you want a social scene steps from your apartment. Best for: Social students, upperclassmen, Greek life members. Typical rent: $850–$1,450/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from East Side to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $850–$1,450/mo in East Side. Studio: $750/mo; 1 bedroom: $900/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,200/mo; Area range: $850–$1,450/mo.

East Side scores 86/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

East Side is a short transit or bike ride to La James International -Johnston. Transit convenience near Johnston, IA scores about 74/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 63% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 68% undergrad vs 32% graduate renters — Social students, upperclassmen, Greek life members.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For La James International College-Johnston, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in East Side is limited right now. Browse the La James International College-Johnston housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.