Cheap Homes for Rent near Alta Vista, IA from $500 (11 Rentals)

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property at 108 Main St N

$550

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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108 Main St N

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 1506 7th St SE

$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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property at 121 Main St S

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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121 Main St S

Grand MeadowMN55936

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

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

As of July 26, 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
Federal Ave Rowhomes2x12BR,1BA$1.34
The Meadows2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.28
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Alta Vista

What type of rentals are currently available in Alta Vista?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, IA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,509. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alta Vista ranging from $550 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alta Vista?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alta Vista ranges from $550 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,666.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alta Vista?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alta Vista range from $850 to $2,509, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $1,680. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

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