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402 Main,

713-715 W 16th St

1420 E Redwood Blvd

1410 Kayla Pl
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110 E Main St

605 E Maple St

3205 S Covell Ave

413 S Wayland Ave

293 Tiger Way Ct
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920 S Summit Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Alton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,344 | $1,100 | $1,600 |
| Alton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,045 | $1,400 | $2,950 |
| Alton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,548 | $1,800 | $3,595 |
| Alton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,796 | $2,000 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Alton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alton, IA is a Studio unit found at Lewis Hotel Apartments priced from $800. Fair View by Kading has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| 635 8th Ave SW | ONE BED ROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| East Edge Apartments | Woodbury | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Ridge Oaks | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, IA and Nearby
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $0.92 price per square foot 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath Model at River Drive Townhomes in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood Model at Woodland Hills starting at $1,395 with a $1.28 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Drive Townhomes | 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.92 |
| Woodland Hills | 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Alderwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Avenue East | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Gatewood Estates | 2 Bedrooms / 1 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Valley Vue Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| RiverPointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Ridge Oaks | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Alton?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Alton, IA with pricing that ranges from $765 to $2,801. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alton ranging from $1,000 to $3,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alton ranges from $1,000 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,988.
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