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Altoona Towers
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Altoona Towers

1414-1616 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Spruce Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

1000 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Oakland Pointe
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland Pointe

615-619 17th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Prairie Woods Apartments
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$825 - $1,200
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Prairie Woods Apartments

4014 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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property at 3650 NE 57th Ave

$985

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

3650 NE 57th Ave

BerwickIA50032
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Cypress II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress II

4214 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317

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Altoona, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, IA is a Studio unit found at Altoona Towers in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood priced from $850. Venbury Trail in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altoona TowersS1Studio,1BA$850
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$915
Golfview CondosVista1BR,1BA$925
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$986
Bridlewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Open Style2BR,1BA$999
Oakland Pointe1 Bed A1BR,1BA$1,004
Altoona Park Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1,025
Blue Ridge CommonsApartment Style- Studio1BR,1BA$1,038

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.32 price per square foot C2 - Carbon - Townhome Model at Forge65 in the in the Golf View Heights neighborhood starting from $2,179. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 3x2 Sycamore Model at Ironwood starting at $1,847 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forge65C2 - Carbon - Townhome3BR,3.5BA$1.32
Ironwood3x2 Sycamore3BR,2BA$1.33
Ironwood Glen Townhomes3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome in Altoona3BR,2BA$1.43
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Centennial Place Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.21
Prairie Woods ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Bridlewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Open Style2BR,1BA$1.19
Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative2BR2BR,1BA$1.19
Venbury Trail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Golfview CondosVista1BR,1BA$1.50

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $900 at Venbury Trail.

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 $915 at Prairie Woods Apartments.

What is the most affordable Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altoona Park Apartments and starts from $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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