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Altoona Towers
1414-1616 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Altoona Terrace
1002-1108 4th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Centennial Place Apartments
901 7th Ave SEAltoona, IA 50009
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Bridlewood Apartments
100-112 5th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative
1030 Greenway CtAltoona, IA 50009
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Adventureland Village
807 14th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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901 7th Ave SEAltoona, IA 50009
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Blue Ridge Commons
1040 Blue Ridge Pl NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Venbury Trail
908 8th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Oakland Pointe
615-619 17th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Clover Ridge Apartments
858 8th St SEAltoona, IA 50009
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Meadow Vista Senior Villas
1806 28th Ave SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Schoolside Apartments
302-304 4th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Spruce Pointe
1000 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Broadway Heights
4282 E 50th StDes Moines, IA 50317
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The Crest at Baker Creek
4560 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Donnavue Heights, Altoona, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donnavue Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donnavue Heights Studio Apartments | $959 | $760 | $1,033 |
| Donnavue Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $774 | $2,276 |
| Donnavue Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $855 | $2,835 |
| Donnavue Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $1,150 | $2,975 |
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Cheapest Available Donnavue Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Donnavue Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Altoona Towers priced from $760. Centennial Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Donnavue Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Altoona Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Centennial Place Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Altoona Terrace | 1 Bedroom Classic + | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donnavue Heights, IA
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donnavue Heights area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Ironwood Glen Townhomes in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Donnavue Heights apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donnavue Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ironwood Glen Townhomes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| The Emory - Altoona | 2 Bedroom Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 3BR TH | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Ironwood | 1x1 Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Broadway Heights | B1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Venbury Trail | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Centennial Place Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donnavue Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Donnavue Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Donnavue Heights is under $1,065.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Donnavue Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Donnavue Heights is Centennial Place Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Donnavue Heights costs $1,415.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Donnavue Heights?
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 55 regular apartments in Donnavue Heights 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 Donnavue Heights?
Cheap apartments in Donnavue Heights have an average cost of $648 which is $767 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Donnavue Heights.
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