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1117 E 41st St

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1831 Logan Ave

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2604 NE 44th Ave

3611 E 41st St
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1229 SE Village View Ln
Altoona, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Altoona?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Altoona 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,361 | $1,200 | $1,595 |
Altoona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,756 | $1,395 | $2,450 |
Altoona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,313 | $1,550 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Broadway Heights in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood priced from $765. Blue Ridge Commons in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Broadway Heights | A1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Blue Ridge Commons | Apartment Style- Studio | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
Altoona Towers | 9018S1_0X1S1_347 | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Bridlewood Apartments | Two Bedroom Open Style | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA and Nearby
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.05 price per square foot D1 - 40 - Income Restricted Model at Hawthorne Pointe in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,421. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the Haven Model at Golfview Condos starting at $1,193 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. 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. |
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Hawthorne Pointe | D1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 4BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Golfview Condos | Haven | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Rock Creek Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Rising Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Ironwood | 1x1 Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Venbury Trail | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Centennial Place Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Bridlewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona
What type of rentals are currently available in Altoona?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA with pricing that ranges from $765 to $2,860. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona ranging from $595 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altoona?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altoona ranges from $595 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,527.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Altoona?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Altoona range from $863 to $2,860, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.
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