
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altoona, AL from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Fox Run

Emerald Court

Mountain Lakes

Quail Ridge at Mallard Pointe

Hunters Landing at Mallard Pointe

Magnolia Terrace Apartments

Walson Way
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Riverbend Apartments

Summer Waters Apartments

Clay Landings

Spring Lake Lodge

Chateau Apartments

Riverwalk

Ridgewood Apartments

Serenity Montreat Village
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The Glenwood at Pinson

The Pavilion

Barrington Parc Apartments

Cascade Place Apartments

Musgrove Estates Apartments

Orleans Apartments

Meadows of Alexandria

The Reserve at Wynwood
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Magnolia Court

Highland Park Townhome Apartments

Sutton Bridge

Harrison Estates Apartments

Pinegrove

Cain Creek Apartments

Ashbrook Apartments

2 W Tuscaloosa Ave
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504 Pearl St

3714 California Ave

1003 Peachtree St

1501 Van Buren Ave

3712 California Ave

338 S 11th St

97 White Oak Village

156 Kinney Rd
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543 7th Ave NW
Altoona, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altoona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $958 | $505 | $1,261 |
| Altoona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $525 | $1,418 |
| Altoona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $671 | $2,173 |
| Altoona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,717 | $1,805 |
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Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Fox Run priced from $525. Emerald Court 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 Altoona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Summer Waters Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Spring Lake Lodge | 1x1 B R | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Serenity Montreat Village | 2 Bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Glenwood at Pinson | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Pavilion | One Bedroom with Platform | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Barrington Parc Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $876 |
| Cascade Place Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, AL and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $0.71 price per square foot 3 Bed Townhouse Model at Serenity Montreat Village in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 2x2 Model at Barrington Parc Apartments starting at $876 with a $0.76 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Montreat Village | 3 Bed Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| Barrington Parc Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Highland Park Townhome Apartments | 2-Bedroom Townhome Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Sutton Bridge | 2x2TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Musgrove Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Meadows of Alexandria | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| Fox Run | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altoona Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Altoona Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altoona Apartment is $525 at Emerald Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altoona Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altoona is starting from $525 at Fox Run.
What is the most affordable Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Serenity Montreat Village and starts from $850.
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