Cheap Homes for Rent in the Altoona Meadows Neighborhood of Altoona, IA from $900 (6 Rentals)

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property at 105 7th St SW

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105 7th St SW

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Cheapest Available Altoona Meadows Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Altoona Meadows area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Prairie Woods Apartments priced from $905. Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable Altoona Meadows apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$905
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$909
Oakland Pointe1 Bed A1BR,1BA$967

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona Meadows, IA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona Meadows area is the $1.39 price per square foot Forestwood Model at Redwood Altoona in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Altoona Meadows apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome in Altoona Model at Ironwood Glen Townhomes starting at $1,695 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AltoonaForestwood2BR,2BA$1.39
Ironwood Glen Townhomes3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome in Altoona3BR,2BA$1.43
Ironwood2x2 Birch2BR,2BA$1.25
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Centennial Place Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.21
4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment4434 Honey Bee Rdg1BR,1BA$1.11
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$1.14
Bridlewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Oakland Pointe1 Bed AM1BR,1BA$1.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona Meadows

What type of rentals are currently available in Altoona Meadows?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Altoona Meadows, IA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,045. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona Meadows ranging from $995 to $2,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altoona Meadows?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altoona Meadows ranges from $995 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,754.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Altoona Meadows?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Altoona Meadows range from $1,150 to $3,045, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $2,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.

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