
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, IA from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Shalom Tower II

Key Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

18 S Adams Ave
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University Manor

Rolling Meadows Apartments

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

7 6th St SE
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12 6th Ave NE

117 6th Ave SW

510 N Frederick Ave
Alta Vista, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alta Vista Studio Apartments | $888 | $405 | $1,285 |
Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $495 | $1,702 |
Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $700 | $3,433 |
Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $750 | $2,000 |
Alta Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $937 | $937 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta Vista, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
City Center Kent Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, IA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at The Meadows in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 2 Bedroom Updated Model at Wild Grove Apartments starting at $950 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Meadows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Wild Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Webster Apartments | Apt. 10 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 2Bd | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept'25 ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Alta Vista, IA
Walk Score®
3 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alta Vista Apartment is $495 at City Center Kent Apartments.
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 $700 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 $750.
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