
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alta Vista, IA from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

105 Main St S

Flats on 21

Pebble Creek Apartments
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Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC
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Northern Place Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

The Meadows

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Webster Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

Cottages of Stewartville
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Shalom Tower II

131 S Vine St

307 Riehl St

821 Willow St

The Manor

1203 D St

12 6th Ave NE

302 7th Ave
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Pointe West Apartments

Grant Village

806 Cedar River Dr NW

220 9th St SW

310 N Frederick Ave

714 2nd Ave NW

747 Boston Ave

1518 Linda Dr
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104 Main St S
Alta Vista, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Studio Apartments | $1,103 | $500 | $1,339 |
| Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $200 | $1,915 |
| Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $700 | $2,279 |
| Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $850 | $2,459 |
| 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 1 Bed unit found at Regency Apartments priced from $200. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Brentwood Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, IA and Nearby
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.00 price per square foot Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments Model at Pointe West Apartments in the starting from $1,100. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe West Apartments | Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Brentwood Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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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 $200 at Regency 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 $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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