Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alta Vista, IA from $400 (43 Rentals)

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Northern Place Apartments
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$875 - $1,350
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$795 - $1,270
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$875 - $1,350
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14

Northern Place Apartments

203 SW 31st StAustin, MN 55912
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Shalom Tower II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shalom Tower II

321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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131 S Vine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

131 S Vine St

131 S Vine StWest Union, IA 52175
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The Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manor

4 3rd St NWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
property at 1506 7th St SE

$900

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$900
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1506 7th St SE

AustinMN55912

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Pointe West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West Apartments

1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
Corporate Housing
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Grant Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Village

815-843 6th St SWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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property at 121 Main St S

$1,000

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$1,000
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

121 Main St S

Grand MeadowMN55936

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property at 302 19th St NE

$1,095

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$1,095
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 31

302 19th St NE

AustinMN55912
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Alta Vista, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta Vista, IA is a Studio unit found at Key Apartments priced from $500. 18 S Adams Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$620
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25)1BR,1BA$815
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Thunder Ridge ApartmentsStylish 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment with Bal...1BR,1BA$920
Rolling Meadows Apartments3 bedroom/2bath3BR,2BA$975
Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)Studio - Rent Based on IncomeStudio,1BA$992

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, IA and Nearby

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.17 price per square foot Palace Apartments - Two Bedrooms Model at Palace Apartments in the starting from $1,520. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS starting at $1,325 with a $1.26 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palace ApartmentsPalace Apartments - Two Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.17
UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.26
Rolling Meadows Apartments3 bedroom/2bath3BR,2BA$0.96
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 082BR,1BA$1.46
The Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25)1BR,1BA$1.27
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$1.03
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alta Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alta Vista is at Key Apartments listed at $500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta Vista is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alta Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.

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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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