
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altoona, AL from $400 (41 Rentals)
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2559 St Clair St

5266 AL-132

Fox Run

Mountain Lakes

Hunters Landing at Mallard Pointe

Quail Ridge at Mallard Pointe

Magnolia Terrace Apartments
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Riverbend Apartments

Emerald Court

Clay Landings

Summer Waters Apartments

Spring Lake Lodge

Chateau Apartments

Ridgewood Apartments

Serenity Montreat Village
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Pine Ridge

Meadows of Alexandria

The Glenwood at Pinson

The Pavilion

Pinegrove

Barrington Parc Apartments

Cascade Place Apartments

Musgrove Estates Apartments
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Orleans Apartments

The Reserve at Wynwood

Magnolia Court

Highland Park Townhome Apartments

Riverwalk

Cain Creek Apartments

Ashbrook Apartments

2 W Tuscaloosa Ave
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504 Pearl St

420 5th Ave NW

1113 Peachtree St

273 Rocky Hollow Rd

206 N Emmett St

310 Maple Ave

3815 W Meighan Blvd

Walson Way
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97 White Oak Village
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 | $1,091 | $505 | $9,455 |
| Altoona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,063 | $525 | $1,371 |
| Altoona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $671 | $2,086 |
| Altoona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $1,420 | $1,435 |
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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 in the St Clair County neighborhood priced from $525. Magnolia Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. 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 |
| Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $695 |
| Summer Waters Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Clay Landings | Renovated 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Serenity Montreat Village | 2 Bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Pine Ridge | 1x1PR | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Meadows of Alexandria | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| The Pavilion | One Bedroom with Platform | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Barrington Parc Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $876 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, AL and Nearby
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $0.91 price per square foot 4B Model at Jubilee Townhomes in the in the St Clair County neighborhood starting from $1,420. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 3 Bed Townhouse Model at Serenity Montreat Village starting at $850 with a $0.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Townhomes | 4B | 4BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| 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 | $0.70 |
| Highland Park Townhome Apartments | 2-Bedroom Townhome Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Musgrove Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Meadows of Alexandria | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Cascade Place Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 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 $775 at Summer Waters Apartments.
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 Magnolia Terrace Apartments and starts from $695.
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