
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Centennial Place Neighborhood of Altoona, IA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Centennial Place, Altoona, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Centennial Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Place Studio Apartments | $929 | $857 | $1,087 |
| Centennial Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $734 | $2,335 |
| Centennial Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $855 | $2,627 |
| Centennial Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,150 | $2,745 |
| Centennial Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $1,910 | $1,910 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Centennial Place Neighborhood of Altoona, IA.
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Cheapest Available Centennial Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Centennial Place area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative priced from $846. Altoona Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $857. Here are the most affordable Centennial Place apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| Altoona Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $857 |
| Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Blue Ridge Commons | Apartment Style- Studio | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Oakland Pointe | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $913 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centennial Place, IA
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centennial Place area is the $1.42 price per square foot Rosewood Model at Redwood Altoona in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,832. The second greatest value Centennial Place apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Rock Creek Condos starting at $1,295 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Centennial Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Altoona | Rosewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Ironwood | 2x2 Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 3BR TH | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Oakland Pointe | 3 Bed GS | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| The Emory - Altoona | 1 Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Altoona Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Partial Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Centennial Place Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Centennial Place?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Centennial Place is under $1,142.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Centennial Place?
The cheapest apartment in Centennial Place is Venbury Trail which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Centennial Place costs $1,910.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Centennial Place?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Centennial Place that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Centennial Place?
Cheap apartments in Centennial Place have an average cost of $720 which is $1,190 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Centennial Place.
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