Johnston, Iowa, is a vibrant city situated in the heart of Central Iowa, just north of the state capital, Des Moines. Known for its quality of life and a prime location covering 18.37 square miles, Johnston is home to approximately 22,000 residents. It is famous for being the headquarters of Pioneer Hi-Bred seeds and housing Camp Dodge, the state’s National Guard base. With a robust educational system, welcoming residents, and charmingly scenic trails and parks, including the picturesque Saylorville Lake, the city embodies a mix of metropolitan benefits while preserving a close-knit community feel. It continues to draw in families and businesses alike, offering a safe, comfortable, and opportunity-rich environment.
Find your next used car, truck or SUV at Capital City Motor Company
Capital City Motor Company is Johnston's destination for cars, trucks, and SUVs. We're located at 2110 East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317.
- Head west on NW 62nd Ave toward NW 59th Ct (479 ft)
- Sharp left to stay on NW 62nd Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Merle Hay Rd
Pass by Sonic Drive-In (on the right in 1 mi)
(1.5 mi) - Turn left to merge onto I-35 N/I-80 E (5.7 mi)
- Take exit 137A for I-235 W toward Des Moines (0.2 mi)
- Take the ramp onto I-235 W (3.4 mi)
- Take exit 10A for Lowa 163/East University Avenue toward State Fairgrounds (0.5 mi)
- Turn left onto IA-163 E/E University Ave (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto E 21st St (177 ft)
- Turn right
Destination will be on the left
(226 ft)
