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Altoona, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cypress 2 (Maple Leaf) in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood priced from $747. Centennial Place Apartments in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cypress 2 (Maple Leaf)Elevated 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$747
Centennial Place Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$825
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$850
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$875
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA and Nearby

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.50 price per square foot Ledgewood Model at Redwood Altoona in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,135. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AltoonaLedgewood2BR,2BA$1.50
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Blue Ridge CommonsTownhome Style- 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.46
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative3BR TH3BR,1BA$1.19
Ironwood1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Bridlewood Apartments1x1 700 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$1.37
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Prairie Woods ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Golfview Condos1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1.51
Centennial Place Apartments1BR/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona

What type of rentals are currently available in Altoona?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $3,616. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona ranging from $995 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altoona?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altoona ranges from $995 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,823.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.