
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alta, IA from $400 (48 Rentals)
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WinnaVegas Villas

Park View Apartments

Woodland Park - Manson

Deer Creek Apartments

Valley Park Apartments

Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes
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Country Estates of Morningside

Fair View by Kading

Chambers

Urbane 1220

635 8th Ave SW

The Shores at Spirit Lake

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Indian Hills
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Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

East Edge Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Country Club Apartments

Ridge Oaks

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Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes

Bluebird Flats
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Avenue East

207 3rd St S

Willow Creek Place

Dodecagon Plaza

Rolfe 20-Unit

505 1/2 11th St

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

335 Elm St
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334 Center St

1420 5th Ave N

Seneca Place Apartments

741 Westridge Rd

Le Mars Estates

216 N 14th St

1337 Ave C

3 27th St

2709 1st Ave
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2417 S St Aubin St

1601 S Alice St

220 S Ontario St
Alta, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Studio Apartments | $914 | $660 | $1,330 |
| Alta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $725 | $1,735 |
| Alta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $775 | $1,895 |
| Alta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,125 | $1,965 |
| Alta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,750 | $1,815 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $495. WinnaVegas Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| WinnaVegas Villas | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Park View Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta, IA and Nearby
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta area is the $1.08 price per square foot Evergreen Model at Ridge Oaks in the starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Alta apartment is the 2 Bedroom Updated Model at Lincoln Woods starting at $1,055 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Oaks | Evergreen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Lincoln Woods | 2 Bedroom Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Country Club Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 301 Buena Vista Street, Unit 2 | 301 Buena Vista Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Park View Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alta is at WinnaVegas Villas listed at $660.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Apartment is $495 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Alta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Woods and starts from $1,245.
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