
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alton, VA from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Willow Creek Apartments (201 Audubon Dr)

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Lynn Street Lofts

Crystal Village

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Willowdaile

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Dan River Crossing

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Autumn Park

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Heritage Apartments

Madison Pointe

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Element at Creekside

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Pinewood Station

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The Royster

3701 US-29 BUS

118 W Stephens St

534 Logan St

124 Girard St

1455 Aspen St

835 Glendale Ave

229 Alpine Dr
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58 West Apartments

863 Stokes St

West Village Apartments

3553 Reeves Mill Rd

Highland Vista

713 Springfield Rd

216 Charlotte Ave

216 Locust Ln
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121 Hamlin Ave
Alton, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alton Studio Apartments | $1,256 | $1,105 | $1,450 |
| Alton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $533 | $1,993 |
| Alton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $695 | $2,072 |
| Alton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $1,067 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Available Alton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alton, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Dillard School priced from $533. Willow Creek Apartments (201 Audubon Dr) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Willow Creek Apartments (201 Audubon Dr) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $929 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Willowdaile | 11D | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Dan River Crossing | DRC - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, VA and Nearby
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $1.37 price per square foot F4 Model at Dan River Falls in the starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Dan River Crossing starting at $1,650 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. |
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| Dan River Falls | F4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Dan River Crossing | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| New Brick Historic Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Oakwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alton Apartment is $533 at Dillard School.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alton is starting from $695 at Willow Creek Apartments (201 Audubon Dr).
What is the most affordable Alton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lynn Street Lofts and starts from $1,067.
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