
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alton, VA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Willowdaile

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Element at Creekside

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940 Green St
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305 Girard St

3701 US-29 BUS

534 Logan St

1725 Turner St

6260 Renan Rd

1414 N Main St

124 Girard St
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Crossdale Flats

58 West Apartments

5109 Dry Fork Rd

815 Rison St

517 Stephens St

300 Main St
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108 Sweetbriar Dr

1473 Myrtle 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 | $1,301 | $1,105 | $1,500 |
| Alton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $533 | $1,780 |
| Alton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $991 | $2,358 |
| Alton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,132 | $2,831 |
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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. Willowdaile in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $879. 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 |
| Willowdaile | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Crossdale Flats | A1 - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, VA and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Ferrell Historic Lofts in the starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Ashbury Square Apartments starting at $1,390 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Farms neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrell Historic Lofts | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Ashbury Square Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Crossing 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Chatham Lofts | Two Bedroom Two Bath Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 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 $1,100 at Strawberry Hill Apartments.
What is the most affordable Alton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rippling Stream Townhomes and starts from $1,349.
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